Essential oils have many characteristics. All 100% pure, unadulterated essential oils are antibacterial and antioxidants. They vary in properties of antiviral, antifungal, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, etc. essential oils are concentrated extracts that are distilled or cold-compressed (citrus) from roots, leaves, barks, flowers, berries, peel, seeds, wood, resins and bark. They are are 50-100 times more potent than their herb form.
To understand aromatherapy, it is essential to understand the olfaction process. Our olfactory system is responsible for our sense of smell (which is also responsible for how to taste). It is the one place where the nervous system is in direct contact with the external environment, at all times. Smelling begins by inhaling through the nose. The aroma vapors travel to the olfactory epithelium (special mucus membrane at roof of nasal cavity) where the odors penetrate and dissolve into this mucus membrane. The cilia (hair-like structures that are tips of olfactory nerves) grab and relay this information deep into the brain known as the limbic system. Essential oils contact the limbic system in less than 1 second when inhaled and within 1-3 seconds when applied topically. Every body is different and some people may respond faster to certain scents than others.
To really help others connect with aromatherapy and find the right scents for them, I conduct what I call Olfactory Sensory Testing™ (OST). Essential oils that work best for emotional and mental concerns are the ones that you like the most. Simply, waft an essential oil bottle from side to side under the nose, without touching the nose and take a deep breath. Do you like it? On a scale of 1-10, 10 being the best, and 1 being the worst, where does the scent rank? I try to incorporate all of the oils that receive a 6 or higher into the custom blend. Of course, combine the amount of oils that you are comfortable with, whether 2 oils or 20 oils. When I am working with physical concerns, it is not as important to conduct OST as with emotional concerns
Scentful regards,
Jennifer Hochell
JennScents, Inc. / Clermont Herb Shoppe & Day Spa
702 W. Montrose St., Clermont, FL 34711
352.243.3588 or 352.243.9627
www.jennscents.com / www.clermontherbshop.com
www.myherbshoppe.blogspot.com
Monday, November 24, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008
School & Community Groups Needed for Winter Celebration
School Groups Needed for Winter Celebration at Cagan Crossings Town Center
The Cagan Crossings Town Center will be holding a Winter Celebration on Wednesday, Dec 10, 4-7pm. The event will feature food, music, blood drive and other entertainment.
Four Corners Charter School Dance Team will perform their holiday routine and students from the East Ridge band will perform holiday favorites. Anytime Fitness is hosting a Toys for Tots Drive and there will be kid powered steam train rides.
Applications from chorus, band, drama and dance groups from local schools, churches or other community organizations are being accepted.
For more information please contact Wendimere Reilly at the Herb Shoppe, 352-243-9005.
The Cagan Crossings Town Center will be holding a Winter Celebration on Wednesday, Dec 10, 4-7pm. The event will feature food, music, blood drive and other entertainment.
Four Corners Charter School Dance Team will perform their holiday routine and students from the East Ridge band will perform holiday favorites. Anytime Fitness is hosting a Toys for Tots Drive and there will be kid powered steam train rides.
Applications from chorus, band, drama and dance groups from local schools, churches or other community organizations are being accepted.
For more information please contact Wendimere Reilly at the Herb Shoppe, 352-243-9005.
Monday, November 3, 2008
Your Life Story through Journaling
Have you ever taken a few moments to stop and think about the path your life has taken?
Our lives are filled with events, people and situations that shape us. What lessons have you learned along the way? Are you still learning some of these lessons? When we come to an understanding that we learn everyday, we are able to embrace each new day with anticipation, passion and awareness. Through the toughest times, this can be challenging.
Can we suddenly just figure things out?? Wouldn't that be great!
But, actually would we be cutting our self off from experiencing new adventures, people and situations? We continue to evolve each day and are given many opportunities to work on our inner health. So much energy and money can be spent by society on the outside health
So as we keep our minds and heart open, pay attention to those things around you and perhaps the deeper message. Ultimately, when we journal we listen to OUR voice, not all the other stimuli that fights for our attention. By getting quiet, we can listen to our inner voice and take that much needed time to reflect upon our life's story.
Join us for a Journaling Class on November 14th 5:30-7 p.m. Cost $35 Pre- registration required. 352 243 3588. The Clermont Herb Shop
Our lives are filled with events, people and situations that shape us. What lessons have you learned along the way? Are you still learning some of these lessons? When we come to an understanding that we learn everyday, we are able to embrace each new day with anticipation, passion and awareness. Through the toughest times, this can be challenging.
Can we suddenly just figure things out?? Wouldn't that be great!
But, actually would we be cutting our self off from experiencing new adventures, people and situations? We continue to evolve each day and are given many opportunities to work on our inner health. So much energy and money can be spent by society on the outside health
So as we keep our minds and heart open, pay attention to those things around you and perhaps the deeper message. Ultimately, when we journal we listen to OUR voice, not all the other stimuli that fights for our attention. By getting quiet, we can listen to our inner voice and take that much needed time to reflect upon our life's story.
Join us for a Journaling Class on November 14th 5:30-7 p.m. Cost $35 Pre- registration required. 352 243 3588. The Clermont Herb Shop
Jennifer Hochell speaks at Nature’s Sunshine National Convention (part 2)
Aromatherapy Safety
There are some basic guidelines and safety precautions one should follow when using aromatherapy. Essential oils are a more concentrated form of herbs, flowers, leaves, roots, trees, bark and berries thus, less is needed. Essential oils are about 50-100 times more potent than its herb form. A few drops will be plenty to accomplish the results you are seeking. Her are some safety precautions I follow when using and blending essential oils.
1. Do not ingest.
2. Dilute essential oils before applying them to the skin. Undiluted essentials oils may cause irritation to the skin and should always be combined with a carrier before applying neat (or directly to the skin).
3. Citrus oils are photosensitive so avoid direct sunlight after use for at least 3-4 hours.
4. Use caution with pregnancy, high blood pressure, epilepsy and other serious health concerns.
5. Some essential oils may be too hormone balancing or heating for persons with these concerns.
6. If someone has an allergy to an actual plant or tree, they may have an allergy to the essential oil. For example, Chamomile is in the ragweed family so caution should be used for those allergic to ragweed.
7. Keep out of reach of children and those with dementia.
Scentful regards,
Jennifer Hochell
JennScents, Inc. / Clermont Herb Shoppe & Day Spa
702 W. Montrose St., Clermont, FL 34711
352.243.3588 or 352.243.9627
www.jennscents.com / www.clermontherbshop.com
www.myherbshoppe.blogspot.com
Information provided is for educational purposes only and not intended to diagnose, prescribe or treat any health concerns. A professional healthcare provider should be consulted before beginning any health program.
There are some basic guidelines and safety precautions one should follow when using aromatherapy. Essential oils are a more concentrated form of herbs, flowers, leaves, roots, trees, bark and berries thus, less is needed. Essential oils are about 50-100 times more potent than its herb form. A few drops will be plenty to accomplish the results you are seeking. Her are some safety precautions I follow when using and blending essential oils.
1. Do not ingest.
2. Dilute essential oils before applying them to the skin. Undiluted essentials oils may cause irritation to the skin and should always be combined with a carrier before applying neat (or directly to the skin).
3. Citrus oils are photosensitive so avoid direct sunlight after use for at least 3-4 hours.
4. Use caution with pregnancy, high blood pressure, epilepsy and other serious health concerns.
5. Some essential oils may be too hormone balancing or heating for persons with these concerns.
6. If someone has an allergy to an actual plant or tree, they may have an allergy to the essential oil. For example, Chamomile is in the ragweed family so caution should be used for those allergic to ragweed.
7. Keep out of reach of children and those with dementia.
Scentful regards,
Jennifer Hochell
JennScents, Inc. / Clermont Herb Shoppe & Day Spa
702 W. Montrose St., Clermont, FL 34711
352.243.3588 or 352.243.9627
www.jennscents.com / www.clermontherbshop.com
www.myherbshoppe.blogspot.com
Information provided is for educational purposes only and not intended to diagnose, prescribe or treat any health concerns. A professional healthcare provider should be consulted before beginning any health program.
Monday, October 27, 2008
Jennifer Hochell speaks at Nature’s Sunshine National Convention (part 1)
The topic of Aromatherapy always seems to draw a lot of attention. At the Nature’s Sunshine National Convention held in Washington, DC from August 20-23, 2008, over 150 people attended the aromatherapy presentation, Custom Blending with Essential Oils: Integrating Herbs and Oils presented by Jennifer Hochell. Attendees received valuable information to help them understand the concepts of aromatherapy, how to use it, why to use and how to easily and effectively incorporate it into daily life. Here are some highlights:
Why Choose Essential oils?
Essential oils offer a wide variety of health benefits such as physical, mental, emotional and spiritual balance. It encompasses over 9000 years of history that supports, exemplifies and solidifies the therapeutic properties essential oils have to offer. It is also fun and empowering as it put control back in YOUR hands over YOUR health choices.
Aromatherapy Benefits
Essential oils are powerful tool that may alter, shift , change and adjust mood, emotion and physical issues. It has been historically known to help alleviate stress, skin irritations, depression and anxiety. It also helps our pets achieve over wellness.
Aromatherapy History
Egyptians are famous for employing aromatherapy for their mummification process. The Greeks integrated fragrances (at that time they were 100% pure, undiluted essential oils) into many of their rituals, ceremonies and personal care. Today, you can find some form of aromatherapy in many personal care and cleaning products. It also received prestigious recognition when Richard Axel and Linda Buck (both from the USA) won the 2004 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their discoveries of odorant receptors and their relationship to the organization of the olfactory system.
Quality of Aromatherapy
Why is quality important? Well, it will dictate the level of therapeutic value as well help reduce your exposure to chemical-based products. It is also important when working to enhance overall health and wellness. For example, you may feel relaxed when smelling a synthetic lavender candle but, the combination of synthetic ingredients may bombard and clog the lymphatic system with toxins rather than assist the body in eliminating toxins.
Scentful regards,
Jennifer Hochell
JennScents, Inc. / Clermont Herb Shoppe & Day Spa
702 W. Montrose St., Clermont, FL 34711
352.243.3588 or 352.243.9627
www.jennscents.com / www.clermontherbshop.com
www.myherbshoppe.blogspot.com
Why Choose Essential oils?
Essential oils offer a wide variety of health benefits such as physical, mental, emotional and spiritual balance. It encompasses over 9000 years of history that supports, exemplifies and solidifies the therapeutic properties essential oils have to offer. It is also fun and empowering as it put control back in YOUR hands over YOUR health choices.
Aromatherapy Benefits
Essential oils are powerful tool that may alter, shift , change and adjust mood, emotion and physical issues. It has been historically known to help alleviate stress, skin irritations, depression and anxiety. It also helps our pets achieve over wellness.
Aromatherapy History
Egyptians are famous for employing aromatherapy for their mummification process. The Greeks integrated fragrances (at that time they were 100% pure, undiluted essential oils) into many of their rituals, ceremonies and personal care. Today, you can find some form of aromatherapy in many personal care and cleaning products. It also received prestigious recognition when Richard Axel and Linda Buck (both from the USA) won the 2004 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their discoveries of odorant receptors and their relationship to the organization of the olfactory system.
Quality of Aromatherapy
Why is quality important? Well, it will dictate the level of therapeutic value as well help reduce your exposure to chemical-based products. It is also important when working to enhance overall health and wellness. For example, you may feel relaxed when smelling a synthetic lavender candle but, the combination of synthetic ingredients may bombard and clog the lymphatic system with toxins rather than assist the body in eliminating toxins.
Scentful regards,
Jennifer Hochell
JennScents, Inc. / Clermont Herb Shoppe & Day Spa
702 W. Montrose St., Clermont, FL 34711
352.243.3588 or 352.243.9627
www.jennscents.com / www.clermontherbshop.com
www.myherbshoppe.blogspot.com
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Earn Free Gifts! Host an Eco-Attitude Holiday Party
Would you like to earn Eco-Attitude Gift Dollars? Free Spa Treatments? Call or email Wendimere Reilly, a.k.a. The Health Chic today to book your holiday parties. So, what exactly is an Eco-Attitude Holiday Party, you might be wondering? It's the hot new "edutainment" shopping concept from yours truly.
It's your typical home party with a Green & Healthy twist. Your party hostess (which currently is a team of one- that would be me) will come to your home or office location to provide a 75-minute fun, entertaining and educational experience (45 minute sessions are available for office functions if necessary.)
You and your friends or co-workers will learn simple, healthy and eco-conscious holiday tips including managing holiday stress, avoiding weight gain, hangover busters, delicious and healthy food & drink ideas, and finally great gift giving options.
Then the moblie Eco-Gift store opens and folks are free to shop. The best eco, healthy, and whole living gift options are brought right to you and your friends. Save gas, support a local business, and have a great time.
At the end of the party we will tally the sales and that's where the fun starts. You earn eco-attitude gift dollars, product discounts, and extra special gifts based on the total party sales and future party bookings.
The best dates will book quickly, so reserve your date today, call me at 863-419-8584 or email healthchichouse@mac.com.
It's your typical home party with a Green & Healthy twist. Your party hostess (which currently is a team of one- that would be me) will come to your home or office location to provide a 75-minute fun, entertaining and educational experience (45 minute sessions are available for office functions if necessary.)
You and your friends or co-workers will learn simple, healthy and eco-conscious holiday tips including managing holiday stress, avoiding weight gain, hangover busters, delicious and healthy food & drink ideas, and finally great gift giving options.
Then the moblie Eco-Gift store opens and folks are free to shop. The best eco, healthy, and whole living gift options are brought right to you and your friends. Save gas, support a local business, and have a great time.
At the end of the party we will tally the sales and that's where the fun starts. You earn eco-attitude gift dollars, product discounts, and extra special gifts based on the total party sales and future party bookings.
The best dates will book quickly, so reserve your date today, call me at 863-419-8584 or email healthchichouse@mac.com.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Clearing out the Clutter
Journaling can help us clear our minds and set goals for ourselves. When we think of clearing out the clutter we may think of throwing out old clothes and shoes. We may also decide to throw that old rug out that just never looked quite right in our living room. Have you ever stopped to check in with your feelings after you have cleaned out your clutter? Do you breathe a little easier? Do you feel less weighed down? Do you feel more creative?
Last week I cleaned my desk. This may sound like a small job to some, however, the piles were mounting and mentally my thoughts followed suit. We have distractions that play for our attention everyday. These distractions can be small and others are well warranted. When you have a home office it never fails to become the bottom of the list in regards to priorities.
After spending a few uninterrupted hours of organizing, filing and throwing out, my desk was a simple masterpiece! A clean and open desk seemed to have it's mental effects. I was able to get twice the amount of work done and felt at peace doing it! This made me think further about all the other physical clutter we posses and for some reason hold onto. How does this change our mental day to day focus and concentration?
So take some time to think about the clutter in your life. What do you want to let go of and what do you want to create more of? Physically when we let go of stuff that no longer serves us, emotionally, we may feel the cleansing benefits!
Join us for a journaling class, "Clearing out the Clutter" at the Clermont Herb Shop (352) 243- 3588
October 22nd 5:30-7:00p.m. Fee:$35 RSVP
Last week I cleaned my desk. This may sound like a small job to some, however, the piles were mounting and mentally my thoughts followed suit. We have distractions that play for our attention everyday. These distractions can be small and others are well warranted. When you have a home office it never fails to become the bottom of the list in regards to priorities.
After spending a few uninterrupted hours of organizing, filing and throwing out, my desk was a simple masterpiece! A clean and open desk seemed to have it's mental effects. I was able to get twice the amount of work done and felt at peace doing it! This made me think further about all the other physical clutter we posses and for some reason hold onto. How does this change our mental day to day focus and concentration?
So take some time to think about the clutter in your life. What do you want to let go of and what do you want to create more of? Physically when we let go of stuff that no longer serves us, emotionally, we may feel the cleansing benefits!
Join us for a journaling class, "Clearing out the Clutter" at the Clermont Herb Shop (352) 243- 3588
October 22nd 5:30-7:00p.m. Fee:$35 RSVP
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