Vaporizers are used to deliver the benefits of aromatherapy by turning the essential elements of herbs into a pure vapor. The misty vapor is free from smoke and can either be inhaled or dispensed into the air in a room. Aromatherapy has been used for centuries to heal, treat respiratory illnesses, improve your mood, or simply to relax the body.
To feel the effects of the herbs, you simply place the plant material into a vaporizer and warm it to the temperature where the herbs turn to vapor. Plants vaporize at different temperatures in a range between 130 degrees to 190 degrees Celsius. Because there is no burning, there is no risk to the lungs and respiratory system of the user.
Some of the most popular herbs are chamomile, damiana, peppermint, spearmint, eucalyptus, lavender, thyme, sage, and lemon balm. Each affects the body in a different way. Although they are native to different regions of the world, these herbs can be grown indoors and planted in outdoor gardens.
Chamomile vaporizes at the optimal temperature of 190 degrees C. It grows naturally in parts of Europe and Asia, and can also be found growing in Africa and North America. It is used for its anti-inflammatory properties and aids with digestion. It has an effect of calming the nerves, and is used to treat colitis, peptic ulcers, nervous tension, depression and headaches.
Damiana is an herb that is found in the Gulf of Mexico region. It has been used as an aphrodisiac since ancient times, and also acts as a stimulant. It vaporizes at a temperature of 190 degrees C.
Peppermint vaporizes at a lower temperature of 166 degrees C, and helps with digestion by relaxing the digestive muscles. It is able to relieve excess gas and bloating, colon spasms, and eases the pain of headaches. It also has been used for antiseptic purposes. Peppermint has been used for many centuries by the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, and more recently by Europe and Western nations.
Spearmint has properties very similar to peppermint, and vaporizes at a temperature of 154 degrees C. Its uses include stress relief and treatment of respiratory infections and illnesses such as colds and flus. It can also be used to aid in digestion and is both antiseptic and anti inflammatory.
Eucalyptus is originally from Australia, and has powerful antiseptic properties. It is used to treat coughs, colds, throat infections and stimulates blood flow. Eucalyptus vaporizes at a temperature of 130 degrees C.
Lavender grows naturally in the Mediterranean region, and vaporizes at a low temperature of 130 degrees C. It has been used to treat mild depression and relieves stress related headaches.
Thyme and sage vaporize at a temperature of 190 degrees C. Thyme grows in southern Italy and the Mediterranean region. It is used to treat coughs and congestion, improve digestion by fighting intestinal parasites, and also has antiseptic properties.
Sage grows in Spain and Asia, and is also used to treat throat infections, fight colds and flus, and even aid with digestion and irregular menstrual cycles.
Lemon Balm is used to improve blood circulation and treat migraine headaches by relaxing the nerves. It also can be used to treat nerve disorders and digestive problems such as stomach upset and flatulence. This herb vaporizes at a temperature of 142 degrees C.
Regular use of a vaporizer, combined with these herbs, can improve your health and help you relax. Many ailments are caused by the stress of a hectic lifestyle, and using a vaporizer for aromatherapy helps you to relax so your body can heal naturally.
Author Resource:-
Fay Porinsky has received many awards in the field of aromatherapy. She has lead many lectures for herbal vaporizer meetings on the Volcano Vaporizer and the Extreme Vaporizer and has written over five novels on the benefits of the Volcano Vaporizer. http://www.vapeworld.com/
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