016. The Power of Essential Oils and How They Can Help Seniors

Essential oils seem to be everywhere. They’ve been described as helpful, therapeutic and even miraculous by those who have used them to help with their ailments. Studies in the U.K. have also shown they could be helpful for those suffering from dementia.

This week Lori welcomes essential oil guru, Joie Bailey - a certified clinical aromatherapist with experience in the senior services industry. When her daughter had seizures and nothing seemed to help, Joie turned to essential oils and discovered their seemingly magical properties. Now she’s gained the knowledge of each oil and how to use and combine them to help with anything from congestion to anxiety. 

For those who have difficulty verbalizing their needs (like dementia patients), it can be a useful resource for caregivers to have.Joie describes her top 5 favorite oils, helpful tips, and safety precautions, so they can be easily incorporated into a therapeutic routine.

Takeaways from this episode:

- Quality oils will be listed as “100% pure” or “100% tested” and come in a darker colored bottle.

-iTOVi scanners are a useful tool to show which oils your body will benefit from - helpful for dementia patients who can’t always verbalize their needs.

-Some essential oils are safe to ingest while others aren’t, and others shouldn’t be diffused if you have a pet. That’s why it’s important to consult a certified aromatherapist when in doubt.

- Essential oils can alleviate arthritis and digestive pain, reduce anxiety, and more.

- Many senior facilities diffuse essential oils to boost mood and reduce anxiety because of the link between smells, nostalgia and comfort.

Topics discussed in this episode:
- Essential oils- Clinical aromatherapy
- Dementia treatment- Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
- Treatment for colds, COVID-19 and headaches
- Anxiety relief and mood enhancement
- Therapeutic properties of essential oils
- Soothing dementia patients
- Safe use of essential oils
-Alternative medicine for seniors

Resources mentioned in this episode:
Joie's Top 10 Essential Oils: https://2c62c2be-18b3-4bab-b584-5c844cba4b48.usrfiles.com/ugd/2c62c2_9e9920f73059485b9d7be29d4e5fbefe.pdf
https://www.itovi.com/
https://twitter.com/Joieb

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