De-Stress During the Holidays with Aromatherapy
Stress plagues many of us throughout the year and can cause mental, emotional, and physical symptoms like irritability, heart palpitations, sluggishness, and headaches. The holidays can be an especially stressful time, but you can dissolve your tension and anxiety with aromatherapy. Aromatherapy is a powerful, safe, and effective stress reliever. Therapeutic oils can be inhaled or applied to the skin. The best oils for stress relief are:
- Lavender
- Bergamot
- Marjoram
- Sandalwood
- Lemon
- Chamomile
Experiment with a variety of oils – use them in a bath or massage them into your skin for holiday peace!
Sources: health.howstuffworks.com, greenmedinfo.com