Health Benefits of Essential Oils
Essential oils, also known as ethereal oils or volatile oils, are chemical compounds that are found in plants. These chemicals contain volatile compounds that are hydrophobic and concentrated in a liquid form. They are absorbed by the human body through the skin and are known to have a range of health benefits. Some of these health benefits include antibacterial activity, antioxidant activity, and aromatherapy. AromatherapyAromatherapy uses essential oils from plants to promote physical and emotional well-being. Often people use aromatherapy as a complement to standard medical treatments. Increasingly, allied health professionals and nurses are using aromatherapy to help patients improve