Written by guest blogger Kara Lynn
Recently I was talking with Dr. Justin Tuttle of The Peoria Chiropractor Clinic about the beneficial uses of common essential oils, specifically lavender. 
My fascination with lavender began when I moved to the Texas Hill Country, so much purple, so much scent, so much blue sky, and so much beauty. If you have ever had the opportunity to be surrounded by fields of fragrant, blooming lavender, then you know what I am talking about. The sun’s balmy rays fall softly on the gently curving Texas hills that pave the way for fragrant rows upon rows of lavender fields. What a stunning backdrop this is, and when the wind blows, the smell of lavender fills the air—it is absolutely intoxicating. I can’t help but smile.
Peoria Chiropractor Benefits of Lavender
The benefits of lavender are numerous. Lavender is more than just a calming scent that you’ll find in many lotions, shampoo products and candles. While its aromatic fragrance sends us to a relaxed state of mind, lavender offers many different uses— most of which we don’t expect.
According to Natural News, lavender has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antiseptic properties making it an effective treatment for wounds. Lavender stimulates the cells of a wound to regenerate more quickly and prevent scarring. It’s also useful for treating headaches, insomnia, fever blisters, acne, disrupted digestion and even anxiety, stress and depression. It’s also a detoxifier and kills germs.
Lavenders many benefits:
- soothe a headache & stress by applying lavender oil to the temples
- tuck some flowers near your bed—lavender is known to calm
- dried lavender will repel moths if kept in the closet
- lavender is considered to be an antiseptic
- helps with burns, dry skin, eczema, skin inflammation and more
- dried lavender is said to ward off scorpions (ideal for Texas)
- toss a lavender sachet in the dryer to leave a fresh scent on clothing
- aids in digestion
Lavender is beneficial to the respiratory tract in particular coughs, colds, influenza. I use it when I have lung and sinus congested and it eases my breathing.
Essential oils, such as lavender, have been used for thousands of years by healers of many cultures. Many modern medicinal compounds originated from essential oils. Today, you can use essential oils as part of a natural, holistic approach to treating sickness and maintaining proper health.
Our Peoria Chiropractor Clinic can make a difference in your life! We are interested in your long-term health and wellness, not just a quick fix.
To learn more, please contact Tuttle Chiropractor Peoria IL to request additional information or to schedule a free spinal screening.
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