We have all experienced the relaxing aroma of Lavender at most Spas and wellness centers but are we really aware of its innate health benefits?
Most often, Lavender is famous and used only for its relaxing scent but what many of us have neglected is that, like most essential oils, Lavender provides numerous health benefits to the body.
What is Lavender?
Lavender has the Latin name Lavare, which means “to wash”, due to its ability to fill a room with its clean aroma.
Lavender Oil is mainly extracted from the flowers of the plant, primarily through steam distillation. The lavender flowers are naturally fragrant and have been used in making potpourris for many years. Lavender essential oil has been traditionally used in making perfumes due to its aroma. Its oil is very useful in aromatherapy and other aromatic preparations.
What are the benefits of Lavender essential oil?
1. Lavender essential oil induces sleep and is recommended for insomnia.
2. The calming scent of lavender makes it an excellent tonic for the nerves and helps in treating migraines, headaches, anxiety, depression, nervous tension and emotional stress. Its refreshing aroma removes nervous exhaustion and restlessness and increases mental activity.
3. Lavender essential oil is also an excellent remedy for numerous types of pains and aches including sore muscles, tense muscles, muscular aches, rheumatism, sprains, back ache and lumbago. Massage using lavender infused oil removes pain in the joints.
4. Lavender oil helps in restoring hormonal balance and reduces cystitis or inflammation of urinary bladder. Is it good for urinary disorders as it stimulates urine production and reduces any associated cramps.
5. Respiratory problems like throat infections, flu, cough, cold, asthma, sinus congestion, bronchitis, whooping cough, laryngitis and tonsilitis can truly benefit from Lavender essential oil. The oil can be used in either vapor form or applied on the skin of the neck, chest and back. Many vaporizers and inhalers are infused with lavender to aid alleviating symptoms of colds and coughs.
6. Lavender essential oi's antiseptic and antifungal properties make it a great treatment for various skin disorders like acne, wrinkles, psoriasis, and other inflammations. It naturally heals wounds, cuts, burns, and sunburns. It promotes scar tissue formation and when added to chamomile, it can treat eczema effectively.
7. Lavender essential oil is useful for the hair as it is very effective in removing lice and lice eggs or nits.
8. It improves blood circulation and lowers blood pressure. It is often used to aid hypertension.
9. Lavender oil increases the mobility of the intestine thus very useful in digestion. It stimulates the production of gastric juices and bile which aids in treating indigestion, stomach pain, colic, flatulence vomiting and diarrhea.
10. Effective against insect bites and is used to gently repel mosquitoes and moths.
11. Overall, regular use of lavender oil provide resistance to diseases.
However, pregnant and breastfeeding women should try to avoid lavender essential oil. Diabetics are also recommended to stay away from it. Some who is hypersensitive to lavender may experience nausea, vomiting and headaches due to its usage.
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