The Aromatherapy Quiz

aromatherapy quizlet

The practice of aromatherapy has been around for thousands of years, and the first known written record of the practice comes from the 2650 BC Egyptian physician Tisserand. The practice was later documented in Arabic, Chinese, and Ayurvedic texts. One of the earliest uses of aromatic oils was for fumigation, and Hippocrates used them to rid Athens of a plague. These early cultures were well aware of the benefits of aromatic oils for a variety of ailments, from rashes to migraines.

The effects of aromatics on the body are different depending on their absorptive characteristics. Some are absorbed through the skin while others are absorbed through the brain. This is why a topical application of an aromatic does not always reflect the effects of ingesting it. In addition, some aromatics have different effects on the brain, so a topical application may not be effective for relieving symptoms like migraine headaches or a cold.