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    The document discusses the history, uses, benefits, and regulation of essential oils. It describes how essential oils have been used since ancient Egypt and how various cultures incorporated them into traditional medicines. The summary explains that essential oils are extracted from plants and can be used via inhalation, topically on the skin, or ingestion. They are said to provide benefits such as relaxation, pain relief, and antibacterial properties. However, the document notes essential oils must be properly diluted and some groups like children need extra precautions when using them due to potential side effects. It concludes by stating the FDA regulates essential oils as cosmetics but some healthcare professionals remain hesitant due to the lack of oversight.

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    The document discusses the history, uses, benefits, and regulation of essential oils. It describes how essential oils have been used since ancient Egypt and how various cultures incorporated them into traditional medicines. The summary explains that essential oils are extracted from plants and can be used via inhalation, topically on the skin, or ingestion. They are said to provide benefits such as relaxation, pain relief, and antibacterial properties. However, the document notes essential oils must be properly diluted and some groups like children need extra precautions when using them due to potential side effects. It concludes by stating the FDA regulates essential oils as cosmetics but some healthcare professionals remain hesitant due to the lack of oversight.

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    The

    Wonders of
    Essential
    Oils
    Kelly M. Vaughn-Davis
    September 21, 2020
    HW499, Unit 4 Assignment
    Purdue University Global
    Professor Kristen Henningsen

    Photo:https://www.performancehealth.com/articles/essential-oils-benefits-and-uses-chart
    • What has been your experience
    with essential oils?

    • Have you used essential oils


    before?

    • What is your favorite essential oil?

    Photo: https://www.dreamstime.com/illustration/girl-smell-flower.html
    The History

    • Small, lipid-soluble molecules extracted


    from botanical plants Photo: https://www.newcastleherald.com.au/story/4605662/oils-aint-oils-but-
    they-are-essential/
    • Methods used – Inhalation, topical, and
    ingestion
    • Originated in Ancient Egypt
    • Cultivated plants used to extract oils
    • How the Egyptians used essential oils
    • Solvent extraction method
    • Muslim Scientist/Pharmacist produced
    written form of extraction process
    Photo: https://vitacleanhq.com/blogs/the-vitaclean-blog/the-ancient-history-of-essential-oils
    • Integration of India and China birthed Ayurvedic Medicine

    The History • Ancient Greeks and Romans adopted using essential oils
    • The Dark Ages made bathing illegal
    continued… • The Renaissance period sparked a interest rebirth
    • The word “Aromatherapy” coined

    Photo: https://www.vidimayurveda.com/ayurveda-history/ Photo: https://thermographyforhealthny.com/blogs/essential-oils-throughout-history


    https://www.123rf.com/photo_60046092_essential-oil-tincture-of-wormwood-artemisia-absinthium-in-a-pharmaceutical-brown-bottles-fresh-sage.html
    https://lhamourhk.com/products/air-diffuser https://www.msccollege.edu/blogs/massage-therapy/guide-swedish-massage/

    • Inhalation, topical, and ingestion process of entering


    the body.
    The Benefits and
    Uses • Promotes relaxation, acts as pain reliever, healing to
    the skin
    • Headache, sleep and cough remedies
    • Antibacterial and antiviral properties
    The Benefits and • Used for anxiety and stress management
    Uses continued…
    • Can assist with easing gastrointestinal issues

    https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/mental-health/generalized-anxiety-disorder/ https://www.drugtargetreview.com/news/56601/study-improve-understanding-bacteria-viruses/ https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/11207571/tummy-ache-sign-coronavirus-scientists-discover/


    The
    Methods of
    Use

    Photo: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/531495193518024271/
    The Precautions &
    Adverse Effects

    • Highly concentrated oil


    • Potential chemical burn and
    skin irritation if not diluted
    • Children and
    pregnant/breastfeeding
    women should take extra
    precautions
    • Can have adverse effects on
    the respiratory,
    cardiovascular, and central
    nervous systems

    Photo: https://www.cmcmarkets.com/en/news-and-analysis/caution-returns-at-the-end-of-a-turbulent-week
    The Regulation
    • Lack of US Food and Drug Administration regulation
    • Hesitancy amongst health care professionals
    • Classified as a “cosmetic” under the FDA regulation

    Photo: https://blogs.ei.columbia.edu/2019/07/08/regulation-reality-reducing-global-warming/
    The Most
    Common
    Oils

    Photo: https://naturalon.com/7-essential-oils-benefits-infographic/
    The Resources
    • AromaWeb. (n.d.). FDA regulations for essential oils and aromatherapy products. https://www.aromaweb.com/articles/fda-aromatherapy-
    regulations.asp

    • FGB Natural Products. (n.d.). History of essential oils. https://www.fgb.com.au/content/history-essential-oils


    • NaturalOn. (2016, April 9). 7 essential oils and their benefits infographic. https://naturalon.com/7-essential-oils-benefits-infographic/#
    • Thermography for Health NY. (2019, February 2). Essential oils throughout history. https://thermographyforhealthny.com/blogs/essential-

    oils-throughout-history
    • YouTube.com. (2019, January 21). Essential Oils for Beginners [Video]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85U7RBzRyag
    References

    AromaWeb. (n.d.). FDA regulations for essential oils and aromatherapy products. https://www.aromaweb.com/articles/fda-

    aromatherapy-regulations.asp

    FGB Natural Products. (n.d.). History of essential oils. https://www.fgb.com.au/content/history-essential-oils

    NaturalOn. (2016, April 9). 7 essential oils and their benefits infographic. https://naturalon.com/7-essential-oils-benefits-

    infographic/#

    Thermography for Health NY. (2019, February 2). Essential oils throughout history.

    https://thermographyforhealthny.com/blogs/essential-oils-throughout-history

    YouTube.com. (2019, January 21). Essential Oils for Beginners [Video]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85U7RBzRyag

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