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The
Editor's Corner -- December 15, 2002 |
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Welcome to the
holiday edition of Aromatherapy News!
This month's article
by Francois Rapp, 'Aromatherapy Blends for the Holidays' was previously
released in our 2001 Christmas edition - and is back this year by popular
demand. Who among us couldn't use a little help in wrapping up our holiday
gift plans?
To help you incorporate
that 'personal touch' within your gift giving efforts, Francois' article
is an excellent example on how to create your own presents, with an
aromatherapy touch, that clearly come straight from the heart.
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.
Holiday wishes
to each of you - and remember, be kind this season, be generous without
overwhelming your finances, be forgiving of yourself and others, and
above all, stay safe, happy, and enjoy what the season has to offer...
We'll see you again
in 2003!
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Our
Featured Article |
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| Aromatherapy
Blends for The Holidays |
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Françoise
Rapp |
The Holiday season
is at its peak, and we are all on the starting block, ready to invade
the malls and run around frantically to find the perfect gift for everybody.
For this Holiday
season, I offer to share with you my passion and gift: the tools to
customize personalized aromatherapy blends for your loved ones.
These unique fragrant
"goodies" will fit perfectly the needs of the person(s) you cherish
the most, therefore allowing them to attain harmony in a very enjoyable
way!
Become the apprentice
alchemist this Christmas, and enjoy the preparation of fragrant potions!
Easy to make, it won't take all of your precious time. Nothing is worth
more than a gift made with love and care and created especially for
someone special...
read
the entire article on Christmas aromatherapy gifts >>>
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Essential
Oil 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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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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| Featured
Aromatherapy in the Kitchen Recipe |
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Roasted
Salmon with Cinnamon & Cumin
Your
tastebuds will come alive with the wonderful flavors in this
dish, scented for the season...
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| To
serve up to 4: |
| 4
salmon fillets |
| 1/4
cup orange juice |
| 1
tablespoon lemon juice |
| 2
tablespoons grated orange zest |
| 3/4
teaspoon cumin |
| 1/4
teaspoon cinnamon |
| 2
tablespoons brown sugar |
| salt
and pepper |
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Combine orange
and lemon juice and pour over salmon in a marinating dish. Refrigerate
for up to 2 hours.
Preheat oven
to 400 degrees F. Combine sugar, orange rind, cumin, cinnamon, and
salt and pepper in a small bowl. Remove fish from the marinating
dish, and place in an oiled baking dish. Rub the sugar mixture over
both sides of the salmon, and bake in the oven for approximately
10 to 15 minutes, until the salmon is just opaque.
Let the festive
and spicy aromas work their magic to invigorate the senses, and
stimulate the appetite! Happy holidays...
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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
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Would
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Did You Know |
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That
Frankincense is more that just a historically 'Christmas' oil?
This
oil is extracted from the resin of a small tree native to North Africa.
It is commonly used for respiratory infections. It can calm coughs and
relieve asthma symptoms. This oil is considered safe for pregnant women
and is especially effective for improved skin care.
For
more information
on the use and application of essential oils, go here.
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Recipe of the Month |
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"I
have a Christmas blend that I've enjoyed for years - and I'd love to
share it with your readers...
Combine
3 drops of Cinnamon oil with 5 drops of Tangerine oil, with a carrier
in a spray atomizer - I sometimes add a little Frankincense too, to
add to the spirit of the mixture. You'll love it!"
Do
you have a favorite to share with our readers? Simply forward it via
this email
address.
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