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AROMATHERAPY: YOUR GATEWAY TO HAPPY HORMONES Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo DISCLAIMER The purpose of this webinar presentation is to educate laypersons and aromatherapists on the various aspects of aromatherapy and herbs in hormone balance and women’s health. It is with the understanding that Saddle Mt. Healing Arts Inc. and Angela Sidlo shall have neither liability nor responsibility for any injury caused directly or indirectly by the information contained in this presentation. Every effort has been taken to provide accurate information. This should not be construed as medical advice. To obtain recommendations appropriate to a particular condition, please consult a qualified health care provider. Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo OVERVIEW Identify key hormones in women’s health and how they work Discuss hormone disruptors Explore symptoms you may be experiencing as a result of imbalanced hormones Hone in on essential oil, herb and food allies to help restore hormone health Share aromatherapy recipes relative to women’s health & hormones Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo SAFETY FIRST Aromatherapy Safety guidelines are listed on the NAHA website and should be followed when working with essential oils. https://naha.org/explore-aromatherapy/safety/ NAHA concurs with the International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists Pregnancy Guidelines. https://naha.org/assets/uploads/PregnancyGuidelines-Oct11.pdf Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo PRECAUTIONS AND CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR OILS DISCUSSED IN THIS WEBINAR Because essential oils have such an extremely high level of herbal and chemical concentration, there is more concern for safety, especially among children, during pregnancy and nursing, elders, sensitive skinned people and those with a chronic illness. Knowledge of how to use essential oils safely is critical. The possible risk of using an essential oil is based on the chemical substances found in the essential oil. Risk factors can include: dosage, frequency of use, precautions, and the method of application. If any reaction or skin irritation occurs, either increase the dilution with carrier oil or discontinue use. Please note these precautions are very specific to essential oil topical applications. Not for use in a bath: bergamot, lemon, marjoram, orange, peppermint, and thyme Do Not Use if you have Low Blood Pressure: clary sage, lavender, marjoram, and ylang ylang Do Not Use if you have High Blood Pressure: thyme Do Not Use During Pregnancy or while Nursing: clary sage, cypress, frankincense, lavender (may cause low blood pressure), marjoram, peppermint, rose and thyme. Avoid with history of estrogen-dependent cancer (Ovarian, uterine, breast or prostate) - clary sage, cypress, geranium and roman chamomile (Clinical Aromatherapy: Essential Oils in Practice, by Jane Buckle) Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo KEYS HORMONES RELATED TO WOMEN’S HEALTH Estrogen Thyroid Progesterone Cholesterol Cortisol Serotonin Insulin Dopamine Leptin Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS Non-organic genetically modified foods (GMO’s) Alcohol Caffeine Pesticides Perfumes & Body Care Products Laundry detergents XENOESTROGENS - compounds that mimic estrogen in the body https://www.ewg.org/research/dirty-dozen-list-endocrine-disruptors#.WwM01S-ZNsP Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo SOME SYMPTOMS OF HORMONE IMBALANCE weight gain - excess hip and/or belly fat pre-menstrual and menstrual pain How do you know irregular periods which hormone is the culprit? hot flashes and night sweats low mood anxiety poor sleep fatigue Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo LIFETIME HORMONAL CYCLE OF ESTROGEN & PROGESTERONE image courtesy of enzymatictherapy.com Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo SIGNS OF LOW ESTROGEN Weight Gain Belly Fat Fatigue Anxiety Depression Hot Flashes WARNING: Hot Flashes are REAL Night Sweats and can strike at any time! Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo photo courtesy of www.womenshealthnetwork.com Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo SIGNS OF ESTROGEN DOMINANCE Weight gain in the hips Fatigue Irritability Cellulite Poor sleep PMS, irregular periods Estrogen Dominance creates a dark cloud over everything Fibroids, Endometriosis Water retention Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo PROGESTERONE IMBALANCES To o L o w Weight gain Low libido Too High Mood swings & depression Breast tenderness. PMS, irregular periods, heavy Feeling bloated. bleeding Mood swings. Breast tenderness, fibrocystic Excessive sleepiness. breasts Dizziness. Gallbladder problems Susceptibility to yeast infections. Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo SIGNS OF CORTISOL IMBALANCE Weight gain (both hips & belly) Fatigue Hormone Fact: As you age, your ovaries pass Poor sleep (insomnia & waking) the responsibility of hormone Depression & Anxiety production on to your liver and your adrenal glands. PMS, irregular periods If these organs are already compromised by things like Fibroids, Endometriosis stress, it will effect your Low sex drive hormone balance. Water retention Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo ESSENTIAL OIL ALLIES Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea) Rose Otto (Rosa damascena) Bergamot (Citrus bergamia) Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens) Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo CLARY SAGE (SALVIA SCLAREA) Calming Relieves premenstrual tension Antispasmodic (high esters) Antidepressant Relieves menopausal symptoms Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo ROSE OTTO (ROSA DAMASCENA) Emotionally calming Eases mood swings Improves serotonin levels Aids transition to menopause Balances genitourinary system Helps regulate female hormones Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo BERGAMOT (CITRUS BERGAMIA) Promotes balance Antidepressant Reduces anxiety Alleviates headache pain Stimulates hormone production Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo SHEN MEN POINT Aroma Acupoint Therapy Tip: Apply Bergamot (Citrus bergamia) with a carrier oil to the tips of your index fingers. Place on the Shen Men point and hold lightly and take 3-4 deep breaths The energetic resonance of the oil travels the meridian, balancing the L & R hemispheres of the brain and puts you Perfect remedy for anxiety into parasympathetic to gain a state of or to balance your mood relaxation. Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo GERANIUM (PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS) Supports the emotions Balances female hormones Supports the adrenals Acts as liver tonic Anti-inflammatory Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo REDUCE CRAVINGS Aroma Acupoint Therapy Tip: Geranium (Pelargonium Graveolens) applied to the bottoms of the feet AM & PM with a carrier oil has been proven to significantly reduce cravings for sugar and simple carbs. Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo GRAPEFRUIT (CITRUS PARADISI) Uplifting, increases self esteem Increases metabolism Moves stagnation in the body Stimulates Leptin production Reduces cellulite Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo OTHER NOTEWORTHY OILS FOR HORMONE BALANCE Frankincense (Boswellia carterii) - aids thyroid functioning, lowers cortisol levels, reduces inflammation Sweet Marjoram (Origanum marjorana)- antispasmodic, adaptagenic qualities help manage stress, restorative to the nervous system Palmarosa (Cymbopogon martinii) - uterine tonic, supports autonomic nervous system that is known to stimulate hormone production, helps normalize thyroid function Thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.) - has progesterone balancing effects Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) - useful in treating stagnant blood conditions, reduces water retention, controls excess perspiration Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo HERB & FOOD ALLIES Red Clover - a plant containing high amounts of phyto-estrogens known as isoflavones has been shown to help reduce the intensity and frequency of hot flashes. Enjoy as an herbal tea. Find great herbal teas at www.mountainroseherbs.com Herbs for sleep - Valerian (Valeriana officinalis), Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata), California Poppy ( Eschscholzia californica) and Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia, Lavandula officinalis) often taken as tinctures. Seed Rotation to regulate your menstrual cycle and balance estrogen and progesterone. This is also effective for menopausal women to help balance symptoms. https://www.hormonesbalance.com/articles/how-to-use-seed- rotation-to-rebalance-your-menstrual-cycle/ Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo PMS ROLL-ON Sweet almond oil Evening primrose oil 3 drops Bergamot (Citrus bergamia) 3 drops Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea) 2 drops Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) 2 drops Thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.) 2 drops Peppermint (Mentha x piperita) Fill 1/3 oz. roller ball bottle halfway with sweet almond oil. Add essential oils and fill remainder with evening primrose oil. Place cap on. Shake well to mix. Roll on abdomen for pre-menstrual cramping. Apply to temples and wrists to relieve headache, irritability & mood swings. Copyright 2018 Saddle Mt. Healing Arts, Inc./Angela Sidlo HOT FLASH RELIEF SPRITZER 3/4 oz. filtered water 2 Tablespoons distilled witch hazel 1/2 oz. aloe vera gel 7 drops Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea)