Can someone please give me some history and iformation about Bach Flowers?

Question

I am starting to get more and more into aromatherapy and my grandmother suggested that since I was interested, to learn about Bach Flower remedies I believe they are called? Please give me some information about them and advice for a beginner :)

Thanks :)

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Answer 1

Bach flower remedies are dilutions of flower material developed by Edward Bach, an English physician and homeopath, in the 1930s.[1] The remedies are used primarily for emotional and spiritual conditions, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, insomnia and stress.

The remedies contain a very small amount of flower material in a 50:50 solution of water and brandy. Because the remedies are extremely dilute they do not have a characteristic scent or taste of the plant. Vendors state that the remedies contain something called the "energetic signature" of the flower, and that this can be transmitted to the user.

Controlled clinical studies of the remedies have generally found the flower remedies to be no more effective than a placebo.

Each remedy is used alone or in conjunction with other remedies, and each flower is believed by advocates to impart specific qualities to the remedy. Bach flower remedies are also used on pets and domestic animals, and have been said to be effective in calming them and improving problem behaviours. Some people say that they are also useful for the treatment of diseased plants. Remedies are usually taken orally.

Remedies may be prescribed by a naturopath or doctor, or recommended by a trained Bach flower practitioner after an interview. An individual may also choose the combination they feel best suits their situation. Some vendors recommend dowsing[1] to select a remedy.

The most well known flower remedy is the Rescue Remedy combination, which contains an equal amount each of Rock rose, Impatiens, Clematis, Star of Bethlehem and Cherry Plum remedies. The product is aimed at treating stress, anxiety, and panic attacks, especially in emergencies.

Rescue Cream contains the same remedies in a cream form, with the addition of Crab Apple, the only one of Bach's remedies that works directly on the physical body as well as with the emotions, to be applied externally to treat minor skin problems such as itches, cuts, stings, pimples and burns.

Research on the effects of a particular remedy is done by case reporting with consensus review by other users. For example, one person will report that using a particular remedy seemed to help with 'X', then other users will then focus on that same condition either in treating themselves or patients, and will report findings. Results found in this manner are often skewed by a confirmation bias, a tendency to search for or interpret new information in a way that confirms one's preconceptions and avoid information and interpretations which contradict prior beliefs.

Edward Bach thought that dew collected from the flowers of plants contains some of the properties of the plant, and that it was more potent on flowers grown in the sun. As it was impractical to collect dew in quantity, he decided to pick flowers and steep them in a bowl of water under sunlight. If this is impractical due to lack of sunlight or other reasons the flowers may be boiled.

The result of this process is what he called "mother tincture", which is further diluted before sale or use.

Bach was satisfied with the method, because of its simplicity, and because it involved a process of combination of the four elements:

The earth to nurture the plant, the air from which it feeds, the sun or fire to enable it to impart its power, and water to collect and be enriched with its beneficient magnetic healing[2].

Bach flower remedies are not dependent on the theory of successive dilutions, and are not based on the Law of Similars of Homeopathy. The Bach remedies, unlike homeopathic remedies, are all derived from non-toxic substances, with the idea that a "positive energy" can redirect or neutralize "negative energy".

hope this helps some

Answer 2

Aromatherapy and Bach Flower remedies are two totally different, unrelated disciplines. The only thing they have in common is that some essential oils come from flowers. Here is the Bach site so you can go see what they say about themselves: http://www.bachflower.com/drbach.htm

Answer 3

www.bach-flowers.co.uk/

Wikipedia

you'll find all the info you need there. lol

Answer 4

well, bach flower remedies and aromatherapy are two very different therapeutic remedies. aromatherapy is much much older and more well known. I can tell you anyting about aromatherapy, but I honestly don't know much about bach flower remedies but heres a website that gives a good description of each flower essence used and how it can help you. (take the questionnaire to see which ones best suit you)

http://www.wrc.net/wrcnet_content/herbal...