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The
Editor's Corner -- November 27, 2004 |
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Welcome to the
holiday edition of Aromatherapy News!
This month's edition
is full to the brim with wonderful holiday ideas, from seasonal aromatherapy
uses around the home, to Christmas crafts, and meal ideas, all in one
giant edition of Aromatherapy News!
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.
Wishing each of
you a happy, safe, and aromatic holiday season, and a healthy, inspiring
new year. Stay in touch!
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Our
Featured Article |
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| An Aromatherapy
Christmas - Holiday Recipes |
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Christmas
is a season of sharing, a time for family, and of course, for memories
- visions from our past, entwined gently with the creation of the new.
Memories that will be taken forward to future holiday seasons, shared
again and again, with equal joy, and wonder.
These beautiful
memories, and the many traditions that surround them, lie in the midst
of many experiences, not the least of which are the special aromas that
infuse, and transform this season into the magical, and unforgettable.
Invite the wonder
of aromatherapy into your home this Christmas, through your own creations,
the rebirth of traditions not yet forgotten, or by using the suggestions
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holiday:
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Essential
Oils of the Month |
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Myrrh
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| Latin:
Commiphora myrrha |
| Scent:
Warm, spicy |
| Effects:
Toning, rejuvenating |
| Properties:
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| Analgesic,
antiseptic, astringent, expectorant |
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Arthritis, bronchitis,
colds, cough, digestive issues, immune system
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| General
Overview: |
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The essential oil
of myrrh is a highly aromatic oil which is distilled from the gum resin
produced by the bark of the small Middle Eastern tree, Commiphora Myrrha.
The oil has a deep golden colour and a sweet, camphor-like scent.
Myrrh is mentioned
often in the Bible and is perhaps best known as one of the gifts the
three wise men brought to pay homage to the baby Jesus. Myrrh was one
of the most highly prized substances of the ancient world and was much
used in ancient religious ceremonies, primarily for embalming and devotional
purposes. It was frequently burned as incense.
The oil blends
well with Clove, Frankincense, and Geranium oils. Myrrh is not considered
suitable for use by pregnant women, and should be used cautiously by
those with highly sensitive skin.
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Frankincense
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| Latin:
Boswellii carterii |
| Scent:
Rich, camphorous, spicy |
| Effects:
Revitalizing, clarifying, purifying |
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| Clarifier
and purifier, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, digestive,
diuretic, expectorant, sedative |
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Meditation aid,
provider of clarify, topical treatment of tumours, ulcers, digestive
concerns, fevers, bronchitis
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Originating
from a small tree or shrub with abundant leaves and white or pale
pink flowers - most common to North Africa. These trees, grown on
the Somali coast, are often found populating polished marble rocks.
The oil itself if drawn from a resin found in the tree.
To some, Frankincense
is perhaps the most important aromatic incense ingredient since history
began. The ability of this oil to focus consciousness and gain transcendent
awareness was recognized by spiritual traditions the world over.
The oil blends
well with sandalwood, pine, vetiver, geranium, lavender, mimosa,
orange, bergamot, camphor, and others.
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| Featured
Aromatherapy in the Kitchen Recipe |
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Rosemary
Strata
This
is the perfect dish to prepare for a holiday brunch -
as all the work is done the night before! When your guests arrive,
they will be immediately uplifted by the rosemary aroma, and
amazed by your spotless kitchen!
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| 3
tablespoons canola oil |
| 2
leeks, but into half inch slices |
| 2
onions, diced |
| 10
eggs |
| 2
cups heavy cream |
| 1
cup whole milk |
| 1
1/2 teaspoons salt |
| 1
teaspoon pepper |
| 1
baguette, sliced into 1 inch rounds, and lightly toasted |
| 1/2
lb Monterey Jack cheese |
| 1/2
lb Swiss cheese |
| 1/4
cup finely minced rosemary (note - mince well!) |
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Heat the oil
in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the leek and onion, and cook
until translucent, about 5 minutes. In a large bowl, mix the eggs,
cream, milk, salt, and pepper. Place half of the baguette slices
in the bottom of a 9 x 13 glass baking dish. Sprinkle with half
of the onion mixture,
half of the Monterey Jack, half of the Swiss, and half of the rosemary.
Make a second layer with the bread, veggies, cheeses, and rosemary.
Pour the cream mixture slowly over the bread, and cover tightly
with plastic wrap or foil. Refrigerate overnight.
One hour before
brunch, preheat the oven to 375 F. Bake the strata, uncovered, for
40 to 50 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
Remove from oven, and let sit for 10 minutes before serving. Your
guests, and family, will love it!
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| Special
Holiday Feature - CHRISTMAS CRAFTS |
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from either of these wonderful crafts that you and your family can
assemble for the holidays, at home: |
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Did You Know |
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Frankincense
trees originated in the Dhofar valley, and were of great economic importance
to such figures as the Queen of Sheba and King Solomon. Recent evidence
also shows that frankincense was exported to China during the Ming Dynasty!
For
at least five millennia, this oil was one of the most prized substances
in the civilized world, valued as highly as gold and the gift of kings
For
more information
on the use of essential oils, go here.
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Recipe of the Month |
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I
recently read about a popular medieval recipe for a mixture called 'burning
perfume'. The recipe called for 1 part myrrh, 5 parts frankincense,
and 2½ parts benzoin.
Martha
J. of Detroit, Michigan
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