With Olfactory Nerve there is no relay station - stimuli goes straight to part of Central Nervous System called LIMBIC SYSTEM, and response is instant. Furthermore, message cannot be blocked by conscious mind.

The interesting and exciting aspect of this use of Essential Oil Therapy is that different essential oils produce different responses. Some affect higher thought processes in Cerebral Cortex by altering electrical activity of different Cortical areas, and some affect Hormone Producing cells in Limbic System. These ‘Brain Hormones’ will then either effect mental and emotional responses of Brain itself, or will be released into blood stream from where they may be carried to distant organs to produce desired effect on body chemistry.

AROMATHERAPY & THE MIND

ANXIETY: Benzoin, Chamomile, Cypress, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Marjoram, Melissa, Neroli, rose, sandalwood, ylang-ylang.

DEPRESSION: Basil, Bergamot, Chamomile, Frankincense, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Neroli, Patchouli, peppermint, Rose, Sandalwood, Ylang-Ylang.

ANGER: Chamomile, Melissa, Rose, Ylang-Ylang.

APATHY: Jasmine, Juniper, Patchouli, Rosemary.

CONFUSION: Basil, Cypress, Frankincense, Peppermint, Patchouli.

DWELLING ON THE PAST: Benzoin, Frankincense.

FEAR: Basil, Clary, Jasmine, Juniper.

GRIEF: Hyssop, Marjoram, Rose.

HYPERSENSITIVE: Chamomile, Jasmine, Melissa,

IMPATIENCE/IRRITABILITY: Chamomile, Camphor, Marjoram, Frankincense.

JEALOUSY : Rose, Ylang Ylang.

PANIC: Chamomile, Clary, Jasmine, Lavender, Marjoram, Melissa, Neroli, ylang-ylang.

SHOCK: Camphor, Melissa, Neroli.

SUSPICION: Lavender, Rose

EUPHORICS These oils stimulate secretion of ENKEPHALINS from THALAMUS to produce a euphoric effect and to lift or enhance mood.Clary Sage, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Rose Otto.

APHRODISIACS These oils stimulate secretion of ENDORPHINS from PITUITARY GLAND to produce emotional warmth, and sex hormone activity. Clary Sage, Jasmine, Patchouli, Ylang-Ylang. REGULATORS These oils stimulate secretion of VARIOUS HORMONAL SUBSTANCES from HYPOTHALAMUS to regulate 'moods' and hormonal secretions. Bergamot, Frankincense, Geranium, Rosewood.

MEMORY/MENTAL STIMULANTS These oils stimulate AMYGDALA AND HIPPOCAMPUS in brain which are associated with 'higher' brain functions, of thought and memory. Black Pepper, Lemon, Peppermint, Rosemary.

SEDATIVES These oils aid sleep, relax and lower hyperfunction in body by stimulating secretion of SERATONIN from RAPHE NUCLEUS in brain. Chamomile, Lavender, Marjoram, Orange Blossom.

INVIGORATORS These oils increase energy and body functions by stimulating secretion of NORADRENALINE from LOCUS CERULEUS of brain Cardamom, Juniper, Lemongrass, Rosemary.

Copper – Copper helps to strengthen connective tissue.

Germanium – This antioxidant helps with pain relief.

Sulfur – A lack of sulfur can result in deterioration of ligaments, cartilage, collagen and tendons.

Vegetables are a good source of minerals, especially dark leafy greens such as swiss chard and kale. So it would be wise to make sure that you have 5 or more 1/2 cup survings of vegetables in your diet each day.

Don't skimp on your vegetables or you may not get enough minerals to help with your arthritis.