Ancient Use of AromaThe use of aromatic plants, herbs and flowers is the oldest form of healing disease and pain. Knowledge about the medicinal effects of flowers, plants and herbs have been recorded in the oldest writings in history, myth, and folklore.Shamans from pre-historic days of humans on planet earth were probably the first aromatherapists and perfumers.Records found in ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics and Chinese manuscripts show that priests and physicians were using plant aromatics thousands of years before birth of Christ to heal the sick and infirm.  In ancient times certain plant balms and fragrances like Frankincense and Myrrh were considered more valuable than gold. There are numerous references to plant substances in the Bible. Finally now with the advent of...

Aroma Therapy means to treat with aroma through inhalation. The smell of a good cup of coffee in the morning is a form of aromatherapy.An aroma whether from a flower, herb plant or an essential oil will have similar actions and effects upon the human psyche. Meaning that an odor molecule whether from a food, flower, herb or essential oils will stimulate the same release of hormones to promote digestion, relaxation and stimulate the senses depending up its component properties. A conditioned response to a particular aroma can also play a part in your response to a particular scent. For instance having a positive association with a scent will enhance your response to the scent. Say, for instance, your grandmother...