LAVENDAR ESSENTIAL OIL

ORAC SCALE: 360/100g

HISTORICAL DATA: The French scientist Rene Gattefosse' was the first to discover lavender's ability to promote tissue regeneration and speed wound healing when he severely burned his arm in a laboratory accident. Today lavender is one of the few essential oils listed in the British Pharmacopoeia.

USES: respiratory infections, high blood pressure, arteriosclerosis, menstrual problems/PMS, skin conditions, stretch marks, psoriasis, burns, hair loss, insomnia, nervous tension

FRAGRANT INFLUENCE: Calming, relaxing and balancing, both physically and emotionally. Documented improvements in concentration and mental acuity.

REFERENCE: "Essential Oils Desk Reference", Essential Science Publishing

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Lavender is the most "universal" oil. (When in doubt, use lavender.) It's antiseptic, analgesic, sedative, anti-inflammatory. It is very soothing and balancing.

It has been used for years for the following conditions:

            Age spots                   

            Allergies                     

            Bites and stings           

            Burns

            Dandruff                      

            Earaches       

            Inflammation              

            Insomnia

            Migraines                    

            PMS  

LAVENDER COOKIES (from Oct/Nov 1995 ‘Herb Companion)

Cream together:

1 cup of butter and 1/2 cup of sugar.

Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 2 cups of flour.

Mix well then chill for one hour or until it is firm enough to handle. 

Form into 1 inch balls and roll into lavender sugar.

Put onto an ungreased cookie sheet and press down. 

Bake in a pre-heated oven for 12 to 15 minutes.