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Essential Oils
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ForecasterJason wrote: »
But what about simply relaxing the muscle? I could be wrong, but I thought that could have implications for how severe some people may perceive abdominal discomfort from IBS. That's just simply the oil being absorbed into the skin (not any further).
Still doesn't mean that rubbing peppermint oil on your stomach is going to lead to whatever "active ingredient supposed to relieve IBS symptoms" pass through the skin, fat, interabdominal space, and target the colon.CorneliusPhoton wrote: »Speaking about transdermal absorption, I was once prescribed hormones via shooting (thank you _Waffle_) them into my coochie because they were more effectively delivered to the bloodstream than going through the whole digestive system. I think that using any of the... "insertable" drug bullets (enemas?) are the same as trans-dermal delivery, just a faster route to the bloodstream than the external skin.
I just don't see that happening.
Ever.
I'm saying that because (to my knowledge) that is a reasonable explanation for how rubbing essential oils on the skin can help certain health issues like IBS.
I would think if it were simply about muscle relaxation then the oil has nothing to do with it- the act of massage is what would be beneficial there. Save yourself about a bazillion dollars per ounce and buy a cheap bottle of corn oil to rub on your tummy.
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tlflag1620 wrote: »ForecasterJason wrote: »
But what about simply relaxing the muscle? I could be wrong, but I thought that could have implications for how severe some people may perceive abdominal discomfort from IBS. That's just simply the oil being absorbed into the skin (not any further).
Still doesn't mean that rubbing peppermint oil on your stomach is going to lead to whatever "active ingredient supposed to relieve IBS symptoms" pass through the skin, fat, interabdominal space, and target the colon.CorneliusPhoton wrote: »Speaking about transdermal absorption, I was once prescribed hormones via shooting (thank you _Waffle_) them into my coochie because they were more effectively delivered to the bloodstream than going through the whole digestive system. I think that using any of the... "insertable" drug bullets (enemas?) are the same as trans-dermal delivery, just a faster route to the bloodstream than the external skin.
I just don't see that happening.
Ever.
I'm saying that because (to my knowledge) that is a reasonable explanation for how rubbing essential oils on the skin can help certain health issues like IBS.
I would think if it were simply about muscle relaxation then the oil has nothing to do with it- the act of massage is what would be beneficial there. Save yourself about a bazillion dollars per ounce and buy a cheap bottle of corn oil to rub on your tummy.
Or this, seeing as how it was for the digestive tract :
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EvgeniZyntx wrote: »paulgads82 wrote: »Anecdotal, I've always found peppermint tea good for cramps, but I'd rather not have it up my rear.
Coffee enema or GTFO!
Amateur. Coffee enema with peppermint oil.
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I think lots of people miss the forest for the trees. If the macros aren't taken care of then the micros don't matter. Here are the macros, IMO:
- Eat less than you burn.
- Get enough protein and fat.
- Get your ten thousand steps daily and work up a sweat every other day.
I use Argan oil in my hair, vitamin E oil for my nails and I take a herbal supplement to help with my hot flashes (I suspect placebo but since I won't consider other remedies I'll take the feel-good herb).
http://www.scibabe.com/the-weekly-woo-homeopathy-or-theres-no-medicine-in-my-medicine/0 -
Used Eucalyptus oil in my sauna today - can't live without it.0
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kshama2001 wrote: »EvgeniZyntx wrote: »paulgads82 wrote: »Anecdotal, I've always found peppermint tea good for cramps, but I'd rather not have it up my rear.
Coffee enema or GTFO!
Amateur. Coffee enema with peppermint oil.
Coffee up there? Why would you do that??? We talked about absorbing through the skin. Do you get caffeine that way? What is the optimal temperature for the coffee? Do keto people put a stick of butter in it?
And why do I wonder these things? Thanks Obama.2 -
MissusMoon wrote: »ForecasterJason wrote: »I took this out of the book I have on essential oils. Not sure if the rest of you believe it, but I think it could easily explain what happened the particular instance when I rubbed an excessive amount of oil on my skin. Notice the first section at the top and what it says about putting more.
I have a book that says a guy got bit by a spider and then became a red bodystocking wearing superhero with many spidey senses and powers.
I saw the movie!!!!!1 -
Carlos_421 wrote: »MissusMoon wrote: »ForecasterJason wrote: »I took this out of the book I have on essential oils. Not sure if the rest of you believe it, but I think it could easily explain what happened the particular instance when I rubbed an excessive amount of oil on my skin. Notice the first section at the top and what it says about putting more.
I have a book that says a guy got bit by a spider and then became a red bodystocking wearing superhero with many spidey senses and powers.
I saw the movie!!!!!
You mean the documentary?4 -
WiseBlueRaven wrote: »Carlos_421 wrote: »MissusMoon wrote: »ForecasterJason wrote: »I took this out of the book I have on essential oils. Not sure if the rest of you believe it, but I think it could easily explain what happened the particular instance when I rubbed an excessive amount of oil on my skin. Notice the first section at the top and what it says about putting more.
I have a book that says a guy got bit by a spider and then became a red bodystocking wearing superhero with many spidey senses and powers.
I saw the movie!!!!!
You mean the documentary?
Right. I get those two confused all the time.2 -
kshama2001 wrote: »EvgeniZyntx wrote: »paulgads82 wrote: »Anecdotal, I've always found peppermint tea good for cramps, but I'd rather not have it up my rear.
Coffee enema or GTFO!
Amateur. Coffee enema with peppermint oil.
Coffee up there? Why would you do that??? We talked about absorbing through the skin. Do you get caffeine that way? What is the optimal temperature for the coffee? Do keto people put a stick of butter in it?
And why do I wonder these things? Thanks Obama.
The bolded part especially made me lol!
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They smell good and lavender and peppermint can help somewhat ease my migraines. Beyond that, I use real medicine.1
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They smell good and lavender and peppermint can help somewhat ease my migraines. Beyond that, I use real medicine.
I will also note that some smells just make me happy because they remind me of good memories. And that can have a huge impact on my mood.
Does anyone have an essential oil that smells like fresh cut wood? My dad does carpentry in his spare time, so that smell always reminds me of working on projects together in the garage.4 -
They smell good and lavender and peppermint can help somewhat ease my migraines. Beyond that, I use real medicine.
I will also note that some smells just make me happy because they remind me of good memories. And that can have a huge impact on my mood.
Does anyone have an essential oil that smells like fresh cut wood? My dad does carpentry in his spare time, so that smell always reminds me of working on projects together in the garage.
Auddii, there is sandalwood, pine, hemlock, etc. They smell really nice and woodsy, but perhaps not exactly like your dad's projects. I have a bunch because I make my own soaps, bath bombs, and bath salts.
The only ones I use medicinally is tea tree oil for acne here and there (it works), I make my own thieves' oil salve (with oils that have proven antifungal/antimicrobial properties) and I keep a bag of lavender buds at work for if I"m getting too stressed and need to calm the heck down. Oh, and vitamin E on canker sores, and of course argan oil on my curly hair. I would avoid any multi-level marketing scheme for oils like the plague.
I find the PDR for Herbal Medicine to be an extremely helpful reference tool. http://www.amazon.com/PDR-Herbal-Medicines-Thomson-Healthcare/dp/15636367861 -
kshama2001 wrote: »EvgeniZyntx wrote: »paulgads82 wrote: »Anecdotal, I've always found peppermint tea good for cramps, but I'd rather not have it up my rear.
Coffee enema or GTFO!
Amateur. Coffee enema with peppermint oil.
Coffee up there? Why would you do that??? We talked about absorbing through the skin. Do you get caffeine that way? What is the optimal temperature for the coffee? Do keto people put a stick of butter in it?
And why do I wonder these things? Thanks Obama.
ROFLMAO about the butter.
Here's an article with arguments for and against: https://www.sciencebasedmedicine.org/ask-the-science-based-pharmacist-what-are-the-benefits-of-coffee-enemas/0 -
jmbmilholland wrote: »They smell good and lavender and peppermint can help somewhat ease my migraines. Beyond that, I use real medicine.
I will also note that some smells just make me happy because they remind me of good memories. And that can have a huge impact on my mood.
Does anyone have an essential oil that smells like fresh cut wood? My dad does carpentry in his spare time, so that smell always reminds me of working on projects together in the garage.
Auddii, there is sandalwood, pine, hemlock, etc. They smell really nice and woodsy, but perhaps not exactly like your dad's projects. I have a bunch because I make my own soaps, bath bombs, and bath salts.
The only ones I use medicinally is tea tree oil for acne here and there (it works), I make my own thieves' oil salve (with oils that have proven antifungal/antimicrobial properties) and I keep a bag of lavender buds at work for if I"m getting too stressed and need to calm the heck down. Oh, and vitamin E on canker sores, and of course argan oil on my curly hair. I would avoid any multi-level marketing scheme for oils like the plague.
I find the PDR for Herbal Medicine to be an extremely helpful reference tool. http://www.amazon.com/PDR-Herbal-Medicines-Thomson-Healthcare/dp/1563636786
Oh, and I should mention that I've long used amber paste as a perfume because I love the smell. Perhaps I should look into a combination amber/sandalwood.0 -
kshama2001 wrote: »EvgeniZyntx wrote: »paulgads82 wrote: »Anecdotal, I've always found peppermint tea good for cramps, but I'd rather not have it up my rear.
Coffee enema or GTFO!
Amateur. Coffee enema with peppermint oil.
...AND cayenne pepper if you REALLY want to cleanse and detox!0 -
I think lots of people miss the forest for the trees. If the macros aren't taken care of then the micros don't matter. Here are the macros, IMO:
- Eat less than you burn.
- Get enough protein and fat.
- Get your ten thousand steps daily and work up a sweat every other day.
I use Argan oil in my hair, vitamin E oil for my nails and I take a herbal supplement to help with my hot flashes (I suspect placebo but since I won't consider other remedies I'll take the feel-good herb).
http://www.scibabe.com/the-weekly-woo-homeopathy-or-theres-no-medicine-in-my-medicine/
I think the only actual oil associated with homeopathy is snake oil at .01 ppb.1 -
jmbmilholland wrote: »They smell good and lavender and peppermint can help somewhat ease my migraines. Beyond that, I use real medicine.
I will also note that some smells just make me happy because they remind me of good memories. And that can have a huge impact on my mood.
Does anyone have an essential oil that smells like fresh cut wood? My dad does carpentry in his spare time, so that smell always reminds me of working on projects together in the garage.
Auddii, there is sandalwood, pine, hemlock, etc. They smell really nice and woodsy, but perhaps not exactly like your dad's projects. I have a bunch because I make my own soaps, bath bombs, and bath salts.
The only ones I use medicinally is tea tree oil for acne here and there (it works), I make my own thieves' oil salve (with oils that have proven antifungal/antimicrobial properties) and I keep a bag of lavender buds at work for if I"m getting too stressed and need to calm the heck down. Oh, and vitamin E on canker sores, and of course argan oil on my curly hair. I would avoid any multi-level marketing scheme for oils like the plague.
I find the PDR for Herbal Medicine to be an extremely helpful reference tool. http://www.amazon.com/PDR-Herbal-Medicines-Thomson-Healthcare/dp/1563636786
Oh, and I should mention that I've long used amber paste as a perfume because I love the smell. Perhaps I should look into a combination amber/sandalwood.0 -
jmbmilholland wrote: »kshama2001 wrote: »EvgeniZyntx wrote: »paulgads82 wrote: »Anecdotal, I've always found peppermint tea good for cramps, but I'd rather not have it up my rear.
Coffee enema or GTFO!
Amateur. Coffee enema with peppermint oil.
...AND cayenne pepper if you REALLY want to cleanse and detox!
Just reading this made my body cleanse and detox itself
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jmbmilholland wrote: »kshama2001 wrote: »EvgeniZyntx wrote: »paulgads82 wrote: »Anecdotal, I've always found peppermint tea good for cramps, but I'd rather not have it up my rear.
Coffee enema or GTFO!
Amateur. Coffee enema with peppermint oil.
...AND cayenne pepper if you REALLY want to cleanse and detox!
Just reading this made my body cleanse and detox itself
Yes, but what did you actually detox *from*?
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