Thursday, February 12, 2009

Winter green

HISTORICAL USES: Wintergreen oil has a strong, pentrating aroma . The American Indians and early Europen settlers enjoyed a tea that was flavored with wintergreen. According to Julia lawless.... this has been translated into a perference for 'root beer' flavorings . A synthetic methyl salicylate is now widely used as a flavoring agent, especially in root beer ,chewing gun toothpaste,etc.

OTHER POSSIBLE USES: This oil may be benefical for acne,bladder infections fever, gallstones,gout infections reducing discomfort on joints,kideny stones. It is known for its ability to alleviate bone pain.
FRENCH MEDICINAL USES: Rheumatism,muscular pain, cramps, arthritis, tendonitis, hypertension and inflamation..

AROMATIC INFLUENCE: It influences,elevates,opens and increases awareness in sensory system . (senses or senations.
I could Blog about oils for a year and have new information everyday, but am begaining to feel like a commerical. so tomorrow will be my last blog on oil for a while. I just so believe in the power of healing that is in these oils.

1 comment:

  1. This is another favorite of mine I use it often on my neck and on my knees.

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