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Endocrine System Structure and Function Endocrine system The endocrine system is a controlling and coordinating system in the body which functions by producing chemical messengers known as hormones. There are seven main structures: Hypothalamus Function – controls the functioning of the pituitary gland Pituitary Function – known as the master gland, it releases hormones that … Read moreAnatomy and Physiology: The Endocrine System
Circulatory and Respiratory Structure and Function Circulatory system Circulation is the one way movement of blood through the body which involves 4 main structures: Heart Function – a double pump containing 2 circuits The pulmonary circuit carries blood to and from the lungs The systemic circuit carries blood to and from all other parts of … Read moreAnatomy and Physiology: Circulation and Respiration
Your skin protects your body, providing a vital watertight barrier from the elements and infection. It is a living, breathing organ that needs constant care and attention to maintain a soft, supple, healthy state. Daily Benefits Incorporating essential oils into your skin care routine has therapeutic benefits. Antiseptic oils, such as tea tree and lemon, … Read moreAromatherapy: Essential Oils for Good Skin
The body is a supremely organised structure, capable of carrying out hundreds of different functions simultaneously. Activities such as movement and speech are ordered by the conscious brain, but the majority of processes are controlled subconsciously, leaving us unaware of them – unless they go wrong. When our body is not working in harmony, niggling … Read moreAromatherapy: How the Body is Affected by Stress
Stress occurs when your natural equilibrium is disturbed, causing an imbalance between the body, mind and emotions. There is a wide range of causes, including emotional traumas, illness and excessive demands placed on the body and mind. Symptoms should be treated early and not allowed to escalate out of control, as prolonged stress weakens the … Read moreAromatherapy: Oils for Stress Control
There is rarely a physical component to problems with libido, the root cause is often emotional or mental. It’s not an uncommon condition and most people will experience a low libido at some point in their lives, which may be caused by factors such as stress, overwork, fear of pregnancy, an insensitive partner or perhaps … Read moreAromatherapy: Oils for Recovering your Libido
Compulsive behaviour is often caused by unhappiness, for which there may be a number of different causes but the result is the same. Eating disorders often arise from compulsive behaviour, either to punish yourself or others around you. Compulsive behaviour is a control mechanism as well as a form of self-punishment, and often must be … Read moreAromatherapy: Oils for Compulsive Behaviour
Up to one in 20 people are affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). This form of depression occurs from late autumn to early spring, and is thought to be caused by a biochemical imbalance in the hypothalamus gland due to the lack of stimulation from sunlight. Why am I SAD? SAD can affect people of … Read moreAromatherapy: Oils for Treating SAD
Addiction can manifest in many forms, such as alcohol, caffeine, nicotine and food, but your desire for your substance of choice often masks other needs. You may be feeling stressed, depressed or sad and indulging in your addiction can temporarily numb painful feelings, but it will do nothing to help long term. Natural Aids Sedative … Read moreAromatherapy: Oils for Addiction
The levels of progesterone and other hormones in a woman’s body drop dramatically after childbirth, commonly resulting in tearfulness and the ‘baby blues’ for a few days after delivery. This usually passes within a week or so, but if it does not post-natal depression may set in. Post-natal depression can last for weeks or months … Read moreAromatherapy: Oils for Post-natal Depression