Since biblical times, essential oils have been used for everything from purification to healing infections to mood modification. This short manual will discuss how the wonderful qualities and abilities of these oils can be of great help in combating the side effects of cancer treatment.

…but first, a little information about essential oils is needed.

What is an essential oil? It is “the essence” of a plant, extracted by compression, vaporization, dissolution or distillation. These oils produce the strongest odours, flavors or medicinal properties due to their origin. However, all essential oils are not created equal. Therapeutic-grade essential oils are compressed, vaporized, dissolved, or distilled from plants that have been organically grown or grown wild in a clean environment. Furthermore, these plants have not had any chemical fertilizers added to the soil in which they were grown and no herbicides or pesticides have been used in the cultivation. Not only do therapeutic-grade essential oils possess stronger healing qualities than non-therapeutic-grade essential oils, but you also run the risk of harm from using a non-therapeutic-grade essential oil. So, be sure to check the bottle for therapeutic grade verbiage before purchasing.

Here is a list of several essential oils that may be of benefit to you during your cancer treatment. Each of these essential oils has therapeutic properties other than what I have listed, however, I will only address cancer-specific properties and their effects in this article.

Basil can be helpful for upset stomachs, headaches, and migraines. It can also increase mental clarity and ease depression.

begamota It has been reported to increase white blood cell counts along with relieving anxiety and depression.

fennel oil it is good for constipation, nausea and vomiting.

Incense has shown promise in treating skin cancer. Remember that any alternative cancer treatment should not be considered a complete cancer treatment protocol.

lavender It is known to relieve muscle pain, reduce inflammation, relieve headaches, and boost the immune system. It can also promote a calm mood.

Roman or German chamomile It can be used to soothe and heal wounds and help relieve PMS symptoms. They also have a calming effect on the entire body. That is why some people drink chamomile tea before going to sleep.

Sandalwood It is useful for urinary tract infections and dry skin. Also, it calms the mind when dealing with chronic illnesses and the stress that comes with it.

There are many more beneficial essential oils besides these, but this is a great place to start. Look for more information from me in the near future on this intriguing topic.

PLEASE NOTE: NRH Organic Oils, Young Living Oils, and Esoteric Oils are three well-respected distributors of therapeutic-grade essential oils.