Using Essential Oils with Down syndrome

My son, who is now 14, has Down syndrome. I was first introduced to therapeutic-grade essential oils while looking for a solution to his chronic sinus problems. With a low immune system and difficulty expelling mucus, the sinus infections would turn into bronchitis. Using essential oils on him and diffusing them into the air at night while he slept after four continuous years of sinus infections, he was completly free of them within three months.

Essential oils are ideal for respiratory infections of any kind because of their antiviral and antibacterial activity. Also, when working to support the immune system the adaptogenic nature of essential oils means the oil molecules will search the body for areas of inflammation and work where needed. Research has shown that inflammation is at the root of all disease, from colds to cancer.

Essential oils always work naturally with the body to promote homeostasis -a state of balance and well being. This is very important when working with anyone, but is more consequential when working with a bodily system that is already at a genetic disadvantage to maintaining internal balance.

It is my experience that children with disabilities often incorporate further emotional disharmony into their already compromised psychosomatic network . Essential oils are truly holistic, in that they work on the whole person - emotional, physical, and spiritual. This is due to their ability to enter the body and clean out receptors for physical as well as emotional memories.

Essential Oils for Respiratory

Ravensara - antiviral, antibacterial, antitumeral. Works well when an infection (i.e. green/white mucus) is present.

Eucalyptus Radiata - antibacterial, antiviral, expectorant, anti-inflammatory. Ideal for any type of respiratory or viral infection.

Myrtle - antimutagenic, liver stimulant, thyroid stimulant, sinus/lung decongestant. Wonderful for dispelling mucus.

Essential Oils for Brain Stimulation/Calming

Vetiver - relaxant, circulatory stimulant, anti-inflammatory. Is very grounding, calming & stabilizing.

Sandalwood - antitumoral, antiviral, immune stimulant. Enhances deep sleep stimulates the limbic region of the brain, where emotions may be stored.

References to essential oils refer to therapeutic grade essential oils only.