Clove: Wintery Comfort in an Essential Oil

Clove oil has been a favorite of new mothers for years as a soothing relief for baby’s teething pains or for toothaches. It’s been used for toothaches since the 1600’s when dentistry was not at it best, but it’s thought that it’s been in use for over 2000 years. In one study, it was shown that clove oil had the same effect as benzocaine. What’s more, clove oil can actually help to re-calcify teeth, as well as prevent cavities. Clove oil also contains the same active ingredient as cinnamon oil, eugenol. Clove oil came out second only to cinnamon oil in studies of essential oils effectiveness against common bacteria and candida albicans. Clove oil has been shown to be as effective as the conventional medication, nystatin, in treating yeast infections, as well as intestinal parasites. Clove oil is also especially good at treating acne, as it can kill the bacteria responsible for causing acne breakouts, as well as warts, coughs, colds and asthma. I love adding Clove oil to massage oil on a cold winter's night, so warming and soothing!

Cinnamon: Many Health Benefits!

Cinnamon essential oil Besides its great aroma, cinnamon oil is one of the strongest antibacterial oils of all of them, according to some research. A study in 2006 study on cinnamon oil and bacteria such as staphylococcus aureaus, E. coli, pseudomonas, and klebsiella show cinnamon oil to be more powerful that even other antibacterial oils including clove, rosemary, geranium, lime, orange and lemon. Cinnamon oil is also effective against common dental bacteria that cause cavities and root canal procedures. Cinnamon oil works well added to toothpaste or you can make your own. Using cinnamon oil in a diffuser or steamer will add a delicious fragrance to your home and also help to kill off airborne bacteria. Cinnamon oil has other amazing benefits too. It’s a powerful antioxidant, digestive aid, blood sugar stabilizer and blood circulation booster. It can relieve depression, stimulate the immune system, and combat cardiovascular disease. It also works as an antiparasitic, and anti-inflammatory. Oh, and it’s an effective remedy for impotence too. Cinnamon oil contains the active ingredients eugenol, cinnamaldehyde, and phellandrene.

Oregano Wonderful Essential Oil!

Oregano essential oil Oregano has been used by the ancient Greeks and Romans for more things than just seasoning their food. Oregano oil is a powerful antibiotic and has been used for years to treat wounds and infections on the skin. Its ability to knock out an infection has shown effective even against staph infections. It is also antiviral, antioxidant, antifungal, anti-parasitic, anti-inflammatory, and has anesthetic (pain-relieving) properties as well! Its two active ingredients, carvacrol and thymol have very powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties. A 2001 study from Georgetown University found the oil to be as effective as most antibiotics and is especially effective against fungus like athlete’s foot and toenail fungus. Oregano oil can kill off a sinus infection just by inhaling the steam from a few drops of the oil in water. Oregano oil can also stop pneumonia in its tracks as well—even the antibiotic-resistant types of bacterial pneumonia. If traveling, don’t forget your oregano oil capsules. Common parasitic infections such as giardia lambdia can make you extremely ill with debilitating diarrhea, fever and stomach pains for several weeks. But oregano oil has been shown to be highly effective against giardia, E.coli, salmonella, campylobacter, and staph.

Tea Tree: An Essential Family Oil

Tea tree essential oil Tea tea oil is one of my favorites for powerful antibiotic activity. It is one of the few essential oils that can be applied directly to the skin. Tea tree oil is effective for infections, scrapes, cuts, burns, and even skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, acne, and even warts. I especially like it for fungal infections like athlete’s foot and nail fungus. Tea tree oil, or malaleuca oil, has had numerous studies done on its ability to kill even superbug bacteria like MRSA (methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus). And this study from 2013, showed tea tree oil not only killed powerful antibiotic resistant bacteria, but also significantly speeds up the healing time compared to conventional treatments. Tea tree oil can also be used in a diffuser to help kill cold or flu virus, stop a sinus infection, or clear up nasal or chest congestion.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2016 has been a wild ride! With a brand new year upon us, many people are entertaining what positive changes they'll make in 2017. If you have a habit that hasn't served you well (negative self-talk, emotional eating, worrying, overworking, relationship issues, fears)...you CAN replace any patterns with a new and healthier habit! If you are ready to ditch an old "block" to happiness, I am here to help facilitate that exciting new lease on life, through the process of hypnotherapy. Deeply relaxing, fun, transformative!

Call for an appointment, I would love to see you! Barbra Mousouris (805) 895-7428 Sixth Scents Healing Center

Benefits of Relaxation

Scientific research continues to emphasize the relationship between stress and dis-ease. While in a state of meditation or healing relaxation, it has been shown that genetic expression actually lengthens telomeres in DNA strands. This allows for continued healthy cell division... so healing touch and aromatherapy not only FEELS good, it is good for you! win-win :-)

Hypnotherapy and Cancer

Cancer is such a cruel disease, and two of my closest friends are dealing with horrible cancer surgeries and treatments right now. While there is little anyone can do to help, it is gratifying that they turn to me for hypnotherapy, and how much it can help. Such a complicated situation, with surgeries, family relationships, fear of death, discomfort, sleep issues, nausea...so many of these things can be addressed with hypnotherapy. I will actually be doing hypnosis right there while my friend is undergoing chemotherapy, with suggestions to help empower as much control as possible over her experiences. It has been scientifically proven that hypnosis can help minimize the nausea and side effects, while maximizing the effects of treatment meds, enabling patients to use the lowest doses possible. Our minds are a powerful part of our bodies; and together, miracles can happen.