| For many centuries, Europeans have called Angelica | | | | thus it strengthens the boundaries of the energy |
| the "oil of angels" or the "Holy Spirit" root. There are | | | | field. You can use Angelica to promote peace and |
| over 30 different varieties of Angelica worldwide. | | | | self-awareness. Like the people in the Middle Ages, |
| Traditional Use: From the time of Paracelsus in the | | | | we can use this beautiful oil for angelic connection. |
| Middle Ages, Angelica was used to protect against | | | | Application: Angelica can be applied topically or |
| the plague. They used to chew on the branches | | | | diffused. It can be applied to the healer's hands and |
| hoping that this would prevent catching the plague. In | | | | run through the field as a general blessing and |
| Europe it was also used for bronchial ailments, colds, | | | | protection. Angelica assists in maintaining the |
| coughs, indigestion, "wind" and to stimulate the | | | | meditative state and therefore can be a favorite oil |
| appetite. | | | | for healing work. |
| Modern Uses: Today we could use Angelica for many | | | | Safety Data: When applying to the skin, caution |
| of the same reasons as in the past. It is helpful for | | | | should be taken when there is exposure to the sun |
| respiratory ailments such as coughs, colds and | | | | or ultra-violet light. Angelica contains bergapten that |
| infections and for indigestion and colic. Other uses | | | | may cause photo-sensitivity. |
| include menopause, premenstrual tension, rheumatic | | | | For more information on how this ancient oil has |
| conditions and as a urinary antiseptic for cystitis. It | | | | modern day applications, you may wish to attend an |
| may also help with irritated skin conditions, such as | | | | aromatherapy program that discusses the essential |
| psoriasis. This is an oil to guard against evil spirits and | | | | oils. |