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The
Editor's Corner -- February 15, 2003 |
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Welcome to the
latest edition of Aromatherapy News!
Although the day
to day focus at A World of Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils
to alter, and manage both the physical and emotional challenges we all
experience, true healing is a choice as individual as the clothing we
wear. Each of us finds our own path to health, based on personal needs,
and preferences.
Out of respect
for that individualism, this month's article focuses not on the use
of Aromatherapy, but on an alternate form of healing that may prove
of value, and ultimately, of great import, to those amongst our readership
seeking their path to health.
Although not commonly
considered as a form of treatment, dance therapy has proven significance
in many fields, most notably with individuals under stress, seniors,
and within the area of mental health disorders.
Take away from
the article what you will, but regardless of your personal state of
health, and mind, remember the sense of release and freedom that has
carried dance into every culture, on every continent, across all time.
Take a moment for yourself, and take some joy from every moment...
As always, a note
of thanks to both our long time, and new subscribers for joining us
at Aromatherapy News! We look forward to continuing to be your primary
source for premium quality aromatherapy news, and information.
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Our
Featured Article |
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| Dance Therapy
- Healing Through Freedom |
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Renie Burghardt |
Dancing goes back
to primitive times, and magical powers have been attributed to it. When
a witch doctor dances, it is to exorcise evil spirits from the sick
person. I read that during the Middle Ages people even danced to avoid
the plague. The Tarantella of Italy is believed to have originated after
a poisonous spider’s bite caused tarantism, and the cure for it was
a jumping dance. Today’s dance therapy evolved from the age-old idea
that dancing has the power to cure.
These days, dance
therapists are mental health professionals, who treat problems such
as neurosis, psychosis, and even alcoholism with the dance. Dancing
is a primal response to rhythm and music, so the dance therapist uses
dancer’s techniques to put the patient in touch...
read
the entire article on Dance Therapy >>>
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Essential
Oil of the Month |
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Ginger
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| Latin:
Zingiber Officinale Roscoe |
| Scent:
Woody, warm, spicy |
| Effects:
Warming |
| Properties:
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| Analgesic,
antidepressant, stimulant, digestive aid |
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Nervous exhaustion,
colds, arthritis, indigestion
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Ginger is a top
note oil, extracted through steam distillation of the dried, ground
root of this well respected plant.
Native to India,
China, Africa, and Australia, ginger is used extensively in cooking,
and is thought to be a superior digestive aid.
Common uses of
ginger include arthritic and rheumatic conditions as a blended massage
oil or compress. It is considered helpful in the stimulation of poor
circulation. From a digestive standpoint, Ginger is referenced in the
management of issues of flatulence & colic. The oil is also said
to have a positive impact on the nervous system.
Ginger oil combines
well with eucalyptus, cedarwood, and citrus oils. Those with sensitive
skin types should use caution, as Ginger oil may prove to be an irritant.
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| Featured
Aromatherapy in the Kitchen Recipe |
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Citrus
Ginger Cheesecake
Citrus...
ginger... cheesecake. Are you salivating yet? If not, you will
as the aromas of this great combination attack your olfactory
senses...
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| 1
3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs |
| 2/3
cup brown sugar |
| 1/4
cup melted butter |
| 2
1/2 cups ricotta cheese |
| 1
tablespoon finely minced lemon zest |
| 1
tablespoon finely minced orange zest |
| 1/2
cup sugar |
| 1/2
cup sour cream |
| 3
eggs |
| 1/2
tablespoon grated ginger |
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Preheat oven
to 350 degrees fahrenheit. In a bowl, combine the graham cracker
crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter and mix well. Press the mixture
evenly into the bottom of a 9 inch springform pan.
In a separate
bowl, mix the ricotta, citrus zests, sugar, sour cream, eggs, and
ginger. Beat until smooth. Pour the mixture over the crust, and
bake for 50 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the middle comes
out clean. Remove from oven, and let rest for one hour at room temperature,
then chill for 2 - 3 hours before serving.
Your tastebuds
will jump for joy upon the first (but certainly no last) sensational
bite!
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Member News &
Events |
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A
Member Project:
Introducing
By
Samia, an essential oils provider out of Brazil. The website
is beautifully presented, and definitely worthy of a look. All information
is assembled in Brazil's mother tongue, but both the products, and site
design make this a member project of note!
Would
you like your announcement featured here? Simply contact
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Did You Know |
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In
Chinese medicine today, half of all herbal prescriptions contain some
form of ginger.
According
to Chinese medicine, there is a huge difference between fresh and dried
types of ginger. The fresh root is called Sheng-jiang and is used to
chase away pathogens due to its ability to induce sweating.
It
expels cold, relieves nausea and sweeps away toxic waste.
For
more information
on the use and application of traditional chinese medicine, go here.
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Recipe of the Month |
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"Just
wanted to let you know that oregano oil is wonderful for removing warts
- I've used it both on regular and planters warts."
Thanks
to Kathanna for her suggestion!
Do
you have a favorite to share with our readers? Simply forward it via
this email
address.
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