There are many therapies developed that may help prevent and minimize asthma attacks. Acupuncture, the use of herbs and proper diet were practiced to reduce the frequency of asthma attacks. Besides those, another popular therapy widely-known to provide soothing relief, is called aromatherapy.
The roots of Aromatherapy can be traced back more than 3,500 years before the birth of Christ, to a time when the use of aromatics was first recorded in human history. In the modern times, the history of aromatherapy is inexorably linked to the development of aromatic medicine, which in its early days was associated with religion, mysticism and magic. This was the time when ancient Egyptians first burned incense made from aromatic woods, herbs and spices to honor their gods. They believed that as the smoke rose up to the heavens, it carries their prayers and wishes directly to the deities. Ultimately, the development of aromatics as medicines created the foundation for modern aromatherapy.
Aromatherapy has played a major role in treating asthma. Aromatherapy works by relaxing the mind and body. There are many plants used to feel the relaxation that aromatherapy is known for. Bergamot and Lavender are two of the most commonly-used plants in aromatherapy for asthma.
Bergamot is about the size of an orange, with a yellow color similar to that of a lemon, and has a pleasant fragrance. This plant is often processed either to become bergamot oil which is commonly used in massage to relieve stress and fatigue and bergamot tea which also provide soothing effects to the body as well as help in achieving proper breathing.
Lavender, a member of the mint class of plants, is known to provide relief and calmness. One of asthma triggers is stress and lavender is one of the most commonly used plants in aromatherapy for asthma patients due to the calmness effect it provides. Aside form asthma, lavender is also for athlete’s foot, stomachache, headache and migraine. Anti-spasmodic and anti-inflammatory effects make lavender good for respiratory support. It is safe to use with children as well. Today lavender is considered to be the one of the most widely processed among plants used for aromatherapy; from lavender oils to dried leaves to soaps and fragrance.
Aromatherapy has gone beyond its purpose and as part of asthma treatment. Today aromatherapy has been a main attraction to almost all spa establishments due to the relief and relaxation that it provides.
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