AROMATHERAPY
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B

Aromatherapy is the practice of using plant oils for psychological and
physical well-being. The use of infused oils and essential oils has been in
existence for thousands of years. The actual term aromatherapy, however,
was only introduced earlier in the 20th century. Some manufacturers refer to
aromatherapy as a "new discovery" thus giving the illusion that
aromatherapy may be a new fad. Aromatherapy may help with a physical
condition, may help with symptoms, may affect your mood, or help improve
or temporarily eliminate stress or other psychological factors.
Aromatherapy is not intended to replace standard medical care, but is
meant to complement it. In some cases, under the guidance of a qualified
practitioner, aromatherapy can offer an alternative choice to taking
prescription or over-the-counter drugs. Aromatherapy can offer practical
benefits for a variety of common conditions or symptoms such as assisting
with cuts, wounds, bruises, inflammation, arthritis, muscle stiffness,
indigestion, acne, skincare, hair care, and for providing mental and emotional
assistance with such issues as stress, fatigue, anxiety, insomnia, fear and
improving concentration.

C

Essential oils are concentrated liquids and are very powerful substances.
They should not be taken orally without advice from a trained professional.
Essential oils should not be applied undiluted, unmixed, on the skin because
they can be extremely irritating in full concentration. They can even cause
permanent sensitization, to become sensitive, when used at full strength.

D

Aromatherapy has considerable popularity for the following reasons: 1)
Society today is more health conscious and is now more interested to natural
and healthy options including aromatherapy. 2) The Internet has made it
easier for individuals to access and share aromatherapy information. The
ability to network and purchase essential oils online has had a positive effect
on the growth of aromatherapy businesses. 3) Lifestyles of today are now
more hectic and stressful. Since aromatherapy can assist in reducing the
symptoms of stress and help one energize or relax, society is taking notice.
Aromatherapy does have valid and extraordinary uses. It can improve
one's lifestyle tremendously, especially if you take the time to become
educated about each essential oil, its chemistry, safety and applications.


A. Circle the correct answer.

1. What is the main idea of the passage?
A) Aromatherapy is an old alternative that has many benefits for different
mental conditions.
B) Aromatherapy is a popular alternative in our society that offers many
benefits if people learn about the safe use of it.
C) Aromatherapy uses plants oils to cure different symptoms, such as cut,
bruises, inflammation and arthritis.
D) People everywhere need to be educated in the correct use of
aromatherapy.

2. The word aromatherapy was presented for the first time:
A) in the year 2000
B) in the 20th century

C) Thousands of years ago
D) in the 21st century
3. “Aromatherapy is not intended to replace standard medical care, but is
meant to complement it.” In the sentence the pronoun it refers to:
A) Aromatherapy
B) medicine


C) standard medical care
D) a complement
4. Aromatherapy can help people with the following condition:
A) burns
B) insomnia
C) pregnancy
D) bleeding
5. What might happen if a person applies the aromatherapy oils without
mixing on the skin?
A) They can cause permanent sensitivity.
B) They can cause insomnia.
C) They can induce vomiting.
D) They can help with anxiety.
6. Aromatherapy is popular these days because ___________________
A) it is a new fad that doctors recommend
B) it improves stress and concentration
C) the internet has made information about aromatherapy and purchase
more available to individuals.
D) people nowadays are more educated about the chemistry and
applications of all kinds of oils.