Barbara Greenwood
Barb Greenwood hails from England where she worked in Special Needs Health Care. Already a Registered Massage Therapist, she became Certified in Aromatherapy in 1990. In 1992 Barb moved to Canada, where the idea of her own essential oil import/export business was conceived.Today, Barb is the creative head of a dynamic and forward thinking company, Green Valley Aromatherapy, which enjoys the highest reputation for quality of products and integrity in business. Her attention to detail has ensured consistent, best quality products and ethical business dealings.
Barb's wealth of aromatherapy knowledge is the backbone of Green Valley Aromatherapy. She continues to update her knowledge of aromatherapy and maintains an active membership in the BC Association of Practicing Aromatherapists (BCAPA) and the BC Association of Aromatherapy (BCAOA).
Barb is a Registered Massaged Therapist (RMT), Registered Aromatherapist (RA®), and an Essential Oil Therapist - EOT™.
Latest Articles
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How to Use Aromatherapy Essential Oils
Learn how to use aromatherapy essential oils in a variety of ways to reduce symptoms and enhance well-being.
Mar 14, 2011
- Barbara Greenwood
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Aromatherapy and Pain
Learn to use essential oils and aromatherapy to reduce the effects of acute, chronic and persistent pain.
Dec 14, 2010
- Barbara Greenwood
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Aromatherapy and Memory
As famously quoted by Shakespeare in Hamlet, "Rosemary for Remembrance; pray, love, remember ..." our memories define our personalities.
Nov 30, 2010
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Aromatherapy and Bedbugs
Bedbugs are becoming an increasing problem in North America. Preventing them and deterring them can be achieved with essential oils.
Oct 13, 2010
- Barbara Greenwood
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Aromatherapy and Sleep Issues
Aromatherapy essential oils can be used to relax, reduce stress and alleviate snoring, increasing the likelihood of a good night's sleep.
Mar 24, 2010
- Barbara Greenwood
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Aromatherapy and Autism
Using essential oils such as peppermint, neroli, chamomile and sandalwood can be effective in reducing distressing symptoms of autism.
Feb 9, 2010
- Barbara Greenwood
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Aromatherapy and Hair Loss
Hair loss is a common condition in men and less common in women. Finding a natural remedy to alleviate hair loss, no matter what the cause, can bring relief to sufferers.
Feb 9, 2010
- Barbara Greenwood
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Preventing H1N1 with Essential Oils
Essential oils can be used to prevent the spread of the H1N1 virus and to boost the immune system to enable the body to fight the virus.
Jan 12, 2010
- Barbara Greenwood
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Aromatherapy and ADD and ADHD
Several essential oils can be used to naturally reduce the symptoms of ADD and ADHD including: vetivert , lavender and cedarwood essential oils.
Jan 12, 2010
- Barbara Greenwood
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Aromatherapy Carrier Oils
Carrier oils and bases are very important to the practice of aromatherapy. They play a large part in getting the benefits of essential oil to the body via the skin.
Dec 9, 2009
- Barbara Greenwood
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