Aromatherapy and Adult Asthma

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How can aromatherapy help adults with asthma management? Which essential oils to use and what is the overall holistic approach?

In her article "Aromatherapy and Asthma" in IFPA's aromatherapy journal, well-known and experienced aromatherapist Penny Price gives an overview of anti-inflammatory, calming and antispasmodic oils that can help relieve breathing difficulties.

On APA’s bookshelf: Aromatherapy & Asthma Management

Eucalyptus globulus

According to a recent report of the Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital 40% of Hong Kong children currently suffer from different kinds of allergies; 10% alone are asthmatics. In fact, international data shows that the number of asthma sufferers is five times higher in urban areas than in rural ones. This is due to the absence of natural ozone absorption by plants. Exposure to ozone, even at low levels, induces airway inflammation and lung damage. 

Read the following excerpt of the article “Aromatherapy and Asthma Management” from IFPA’s aromatherapy journal to learn how essential oils can help in the management of asthma: