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Aromatherapy is becoming
a popular support for many
cancer survivors to aid side
effects of treatment and provide
overall balance. Several cancer
centers and survivors are using
aromatherapy as a supportive
modality; however, many do not
realize that there are important
safety factors to consider when
using essential oils.
Safety and oil quality are critical
to proper use and best benefits.
One of the safest ways to begin
is
with inhalation
. It is effective
and cost efficient.
In addition, Dr. Schnaubelt
states that patients should
acquire oils through a company
that shares the vision of
healing versus a company
whose
primary
focus
is
economic gain. Many factors
can affect oil quality including
organic farming, distillation
processes,
testing
,
and
standards.
According to Price & Price, most
if not all essential oils in the
general market have synthetic
additives or fractions removed.
This definitely will affect the
benefit for a patient and may
cause harm from the additives.
It is important to know your
essential oil company and their
farming source. The statement,
Farm to Table is about the food
we eat. I believe we should
apply the same concept to our
oils and supplements – From
Farm to Body.
Also, be aware that some
essential oils may reduce or
enhance certain medication
effects. So, be cautious with
using oils at the same time as
medications.
Aromatherapy Gives Support
for Cancer Survivors
By Debra Reis, RN, MSN, NP
SOAR TO SUCCESS
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A
pril
2017
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