Aromatherapy is a valuable treasure of natural medicine that has been used for a long time with incredible results. While we have always believed in the power of natural remedies, it was surprising to realize that some potent drugs, such as essential oils, had already been discovered, studied, and experienced with great success.
What is truly disconcerting is that essential oils are less widely known and recognized than they deserve. It is puzzling that a medical truth and its related studies remain primarily silent in several scientific books at a time when our healthcare system should be promoting and integrating it as a regulated medical practice.
But is synthetic chemistry better?
While synthetic chemistry has captivated scientists for a century, it is important to remember that advancements in health have been driven more significantly by improvements in hygiene conditions and the alleviation of strenuous labor and surgery.”(1)
“Due to the large number of active components in essential oils, it is not accurate to classify them as alternative medicine. Instead, it should be regarded as a complementary treatment to allopathy, playing an essential role in integrative medicine for prevention, care, and recovery.”(2)
