Website design By BotEap.comThe use of Chinese medicine based essential oils has proven to be an exceptional modality for maximum results with clients. This ancient healing system naturally adopts the use of essential oils.

Website design By BotEap.comThis case study will give the reader an overview of how to work with the Spleen and Stomach (Earth Element).

Website design By BotEap.comTwo of the main pathogenic factors in Chinese medicine are damp and cold. These influences cause Qi stagnation. In short, when there is stagnant qi, the energy does not flow properly and the body will experience signs and symptoms that reflect this.

Website design By BotEap.comAccording to Chinese medicine, a primary function of the earth element (spleen and stomach) is to transform and transport postnatal qi. Our postnatal qi is associated with diet, which includes what we absorb from our environment. (Gian 2015) (1) TCM physiology states that the Spleen ascends with pure postnatal qi and the stomach descends with impure qi. So if the Qi is deficient, the Spleen will not be able to do its job properly and this causes stagnation. A cardinal sign of Spleen Qi deficiency and stagnation is flatulence. This was the case of one of the clients, a 35-year-old woman.

Website design By BotEap.comThe following case study illustrates healing protocols in the treatment of flatulence as a symptom of Spleen Qi deficiency accompanied by the secondary complaint of low libido.

Website design By BotEap.comOne client had the main complaint of excessive flatulence which was made worse by cold and wet weather. Her flatulence was hard to control and made her feel embarrassed when she wasn’t home. The frequency could be high, such as 1-2 minutes at a time for 10 minutes. The condition was further complicated when she drank black tea, green tea, coffee, iced tea, both hot and cold.

Website design By BotEap.comTo a large extent, the healing protocols were performed within a TCM context. I successfully treated the symptoms with the mixture below:

Website design By BotEap.com2 drops of Ginger (Zingiber officinale)

Website design By BotEap.com1 drop of Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum)

Website design By BotEap.com1 drop of Spike Lavender (Lavandula latifolia)

Website design By BotEap.com1 drop of Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea)

Website design By BotEap.com1 drop of Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) 10 ml of Olive Oil

Website design By BotEap.comGinger is carminative, which can help prevent gas. It can also warm the body and improve circulation. The high ester content is beneficial in preventing gas. It is warm, so it can help improve circulation and raise Qi. Helps digestion and tones the body. I added Spike Lavender in order to draw moisture out of the lungs. Clary Sage is a very calming oil that can calm the CNS. Helps relieve stress and anxiety for my client. Also, it can boost the immune system, which can bring the body back to normal. Lavender is a calming oil that can help ease digestive stress (which could be one of the main causes of the client’s gas emission problem).

Website design By BotEap.comGinger is a warming oil that helps strengthen the Spleen and warms the Kidneys. Ginger is integral for two reasons, one is that the Spleen relies on the warm nature of the Kidneys to supply adequate Qi. Second, the Kidneys are associated with sexual desire. Low libido is a sign of Kidney Qi deficiency. Therefore, when we take a closer look at this condition and put these symptoms together, the truest condition in Chinese medicine terms is Kidney Qi and Spleen Qi Deficiency.

Website design By BotEap.comWarming ginger has an ascending nature, which means it will have the ability to support and raise Spleen Qi. Lavender supports the function of Ginger because Lavender’s directionality is upward. The refreshing nature of Lavender will balance the warm nature of Ginger.

Website design By BotEap.comCardamom is a very aromatic essential oil and has the function of aromatically opening the Middle Jiao (the Spleen and Stomach). Due to the opening ability of cardamoms, it will help alleviate stagnation.

Website design By BotEap.comI asked her to apply the mixture to her abdomen, chest, entire back, and nape of the neck. I suggested that she apply the mixture to her chest, upper back, and the back of her neck and shoulders. Therefore, the condition improved. Although within the first 15 minutes, he was still experiencing flatulence, the frequency had reduced. With this method, you only needed to reapply the mixture every 3 hours; which was a great relief.

Website design By BotEap.comInstead of using suppositories, I went back to using another concoction to relieve gas:

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Website design By BotEap.comAccording to Chan (2015) (2), the warm oil of ginger and the stimulating and revitalizing oil of frereana frankincense were combined to make the mixture, with the purpose of warming the cold within the body and regulating Qi.

Website design By BotEap.comI used the above formulation to make a salve (butter). To apply, I advised her to use a Q-tip to dip some butter into it and apply it to her perineum. The intention of applying it to the perineum was twofold. One was to further help stimulate proper digestion and the other was to start working to increase your libido. The warm nature of ginger is key to increasing libido in both women and men.

Website design By BotEap.comThis turned out to be very effective. After applying this method once, all the symptoms disappeared. To ensure the total eradication of the symptoms, I asked him to apply it for 3 more days. She later told me that this mixture helped her enjoy her sex life again!

Website design By BotEap.comAlthough the symptoms of flatulence eased and sexual arousal increased, symptoms of constipation developed. The body is always trying to create balance. One of the functions of Qi is to support, it is possible that the warm nature of ginger and its ability to warm Yang was the cause of this. No problem, let’s see how we can alleviate this and help the system truly balance.

Website design By BotEap.com1 drop of Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) 1 drop of Frankincense (Boswellia frereana) 1 drop of Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea)

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Website design By BotEap.comCardamom is here primarily to continue to support the Spleen and Stomach. Frereana incense is revitalizing; Clary Sage is added as an antispasmodic to relieve constipation while continuing to support your libido. Ylang Ylang, known as the “flower of flowers”, is a highly refreshing oil known for its ability to increase libido and sexual desire.

Website design By BotEap.comI asked her to apply the mixture to her abdomen and lower back. This protocol works surprisingly well and he had no further complaints afterwards.

Website design By BotEap.comA quick note on the mix, there are many oils that are known to treat constipation. However, it is relevant to observe all the symptoms. Looking extensively at my client, the details of the blend of Clary Sage and Ylang Ylang occurred to me. There are many oils that can treat constipation. However, Clary Sage was the right choice as this oil will help relieve constipation and support your libido.

Website design By BotEap.comIn healing, we need to see the big picture and understand that the constipation was the client’s progression toward healing. One symptom was relieved and then another appeared. One of the great benefits of holistic aromatherapy and Chinese medicine is that we look at the whole person and treat more than the symptoms.

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Website design By BotEap.com1 Gian, M. (2015). Essential oil pda webinars. Retrieved from http://www.marcjgian.com/product/class-1-classification-of-essential-oils-3-nccaom-pdas3-ncbtmb-ny-approved-ces

Website design By BotEap.com2. Chan, F. (2015). When ginger doesn’t help. Retrieved from http://www.alliance-aromatherapists.org/when-ginger-does-not-help/