"Aromatherapy uses essential oils and other aromatic compounds found in plants to cause an effect on a person's mind or body. Certain scents are known to trigger responses or reactions within human bodies. For instance, your grandmother wore gardenia, so when you smell gardenia you may remember the warmth of her touch and the comfort of her smile. This causes you to be relaxed and alert. When you are relaxed and alert, you feel better, you can manage pain better, you can think better and you are less stressed." NATURE'S GIFTS covers everything from remedies for the common cold to scents for relaxation. Included are recipes for many things using common botanicals. From body scrubs to smoothies and tea, and how to fix cracked skin. Learn all about tea, the different types, how to prepare it, and how it helps our body to heal or relax. A handy book to have around the house