Aromatherapy and Essential Oils

We believe our 10-yr old Female Dauschund ate an "unknown" amount of a Citronella Candle that had melted from the heat. We were not aware that she had eaten the candle until we got home and found what we considered to be an "accident" on the floor, then later in the evening found a small spot on the couch...these "accidents" appeared to be a waxey substance. The next evening we found a few more sporatic spots of this waxey substance.....that lead us to looking at the rear-ends of all 3 of our dogs.....that is when we saw the same substance on our Dauschund. After putting our heads together, my husband and I finally figured out she must have eaten some of the melted citronella candle that had been sitting outside- we immediately picked it up. Mind you, my Dauschund, as well as most, will eat anything at anytime, all the time. Fortunately, our Dauschund appears to be doing fine. We made a point to give her extra food for a couple days to help push out any remaining candle substance. Eventhough she does not seem to have reacted badly to the Citronella Candle, we will continue to watch her closely. This is the fourth day from first noticing the substance and our dog is doing ok. So, based on my particular situation, I would have to say that Citronella is not poisonous - - and I thank God for that.

Nitrogen gas storage tanks are typically painted in a light blue color to indicate that they contain non-flammable and inert gas. This color code helps individuals identify the contents of the tank easily and ensure proper handling and storage procedures are followed.

Usually it is. Nearly all oils are flammable.

Perfumes are volatile, they give off invisible gasses which are made of tiny complex molecules, all different shapes. These little shapes float in the air. When these shapes go up your nose they fit into certain receptors in your nose which match the shapes, and Hey Presto! You recognise the smell!

Different people prefer certain smells to others. Smells often evoke memories and the feelings associated with those memories. If the smells evoke nice memories, the perfume is appealing. But sometimes, for various reasons, some perfumes do not smell very nice. But this is all in the mind nose!

No, essential oils are not saponifiable because they do not contain the necessary fatty acids to undergo the saponification process. Saponification typically involves the reaction of fats or oils with an alkali to produce soap. Essential oils are concentrated extracts from plants that are not chemically similar to fats or oils.

The experiment to extract essential oils from aniseed typically involves crushing the seeds, then using a method like steam distillation to extract the oils. During the process, observations may include the separation of the essential oil layer from the water layer, the distinctive aroma of anise in the recovered oil, and the color and clarity of the final oil extract.

No, essential oils are not a type of alkaloid. Essential oils are a mixture of volatile compounds extracted from plants, while alkaloids are a specific class of nitrogen-containing organic compounds found in plants.

Bentonite clay is commonly used to decolorize oils. It is a natural clay known for its ability to adsorb impurities and unwanted pigments from oils during the refining process.

The weight of 1 liter of lavender oil is around 0.92 kg.

There are lots of essential oils that eliminate odor. First of all I'd figure out what's causing the odor, and then start from there with figuring out which oil or oils would be best for you to use.

Example: Is odor coming from infection? I'd find out what's best oil/oils for that particular infection. And in choosing what oil/oils I work with, I'd find a good odor eliminator. As I'm working on getting rid of odor causing infection, I'd also find out what I need to do to prevent this infection from coming back. Whether this means building my immune system up or simply changing a few habits.

One thing I'd caution you about when you start looking for oils is making sure you get 100% unadulterated oils. Most oils you pick up at a health food store have had chemicals and other things added to it, which can make the oil dangerous to use and definitely less effective. I'd also be wary of any oil that somebody's selling dirt cheap($5-$10). And I'd never go to a beauty store to pick up an oil, unless they are selling Young Living oils. Go on youngliving. us to find pure oils which will give you big results.

Mineral Oil has a flash point of 170C (335F), and a boiling point of 310C (590F). By definition, "Flammable liquid" means any liquid having a flashpoint below 100 deg. F. Therefore, Mineral Oil is not a flammable liquid, however it is a Class IIIB Combustible Liquid, meaning that it will burn, but must be exposed to high heat before it will sustain a flame.

To reduce the effects of cellphone tower radiation, you can limit your exposure by keeping your distance from the towers, using hands-free devices or speakerphone when making calls, and minimizing the time spent on calls when in close proximity to the towers. Additionally, you can consider using shielding materials or devices that are designed to block or redirect radiation.

Essential oils desk reference charts can be purchased from online retailers such as Amazon or directly from essential oils companies like doTERRA or Young Living. Additionally, some bookstores or alternative health stores may carry these reference charts.

Fish Oil. If it's a pet with fleas, rub it on the back of their neck and between their toes. Fish Oil is okay for them to digest too.

Definitely PaloSanto essential oil. It does not only repel, but heals your skin!!

There are lots of lubrication oils. We'll look at the types and then you can look up where they come from. Petroleum leads the pack. Animal oils, vegetable oils and the synthetics are all of high value. There's the field. Also, water or any fluid (including gases) can act as a lubricant. So can finely divided solids like graphite. The field of lubricants is as broad as can be. We use them in places one wouldn't even consider. What makes the world turn is one thing. What keeps it turning are lubricants! Specifics need to be searched for per the individual type of lubricant. A link is provided below to get you started.

Citronella oil is derived from the drying of a grassy plant called Cymbopogon Nardus. It is a natural product as opposed to a chemical repellent such as is used in a bug spray repellent.According to the EPA, citronella oil has been used for over 50 years as an insect repellent. It works to repel insects without harming or killing them. Citronella oil repels varies insects such as mosquitoes, black flies, flies and ticks.It has a distinctive odor which makes it difficult for some insects to locate a host.

Clove bud essential oil is extracted by water distillation. This oil is a pale yellow color with a sweet spicy scent.

Clove leaf essential oil is extracted by water distillation. This oil is a dark brown color with a crude burnt woody fragrance.

Essential oil from the stalks or stems is extracted by steam distillation. This oil is a pale yellow with a strong spicy woody odor.

When buying clove oil be sure you are getting "essential" oil not infused oil.

Using the soxhlet method, you can extract essential oils from hard materials. This method uses a superheated steam distillation process to get all of the oils out of anise and cardamom plants, among others.

Star Anise (Illicium verum), also called Chinese Star Anise, is native to native to China and Vietnam and Anise (Pimpinella anisum) is native to the eastern Mediterranean. They are closely related species with similar properties, with the main difference only being their geographical location and local customary usage.

Be very careful about the variety called Japanese star anise (Illicium anisatum) because it has been reported to cause adverse, possibly harmful, effects if ingested.

In any case of using herbal remedies, it is best to consult with an expert.

Some good thesis ideas about food and nutrition could be about the effects of poor quality food on the body. Another idea is to do a thesis on the health problems associated with a poor diet.

Most health food stores carry a wide selection of essential oils. Check the "Fabrics and Crafts" department at Walmart - they currently have a promotional end cap at my local store, and likely other stores too. Check other "craft" stores as well as health food stores (as recommended by the answer before me).

Using a good quality Vanilla Extract one teaspoon (5ml) will provide the same flavour as one bean. Beware of Vanilla Essense which is not made from Vanilla Beans. For more Vanilla info browse to www.reunionfood.co.nz

According to Wikipedia "An essential oil is a concentrated, hydrophobic liquid containing volatile aroma compounds from plants. Oil is "essential" in the sense that it carries a distinctive scent, or essence, of the plant." Essential oils are not only used in aromatherapy or as scents in the home there are many other uses of them. For example, essential oils can be used for cleaning purposes. Essential oils can be used for beauty as well. Essential oils can also be used for stress, rejuvenation, relaxation, and more and thus to maintain a healthy mind and they can used also be used to maintain a healthy body.