Essential Oils- do they cause breast cancer?

What is the beef about essential oils.......? Is it true that they can
cause breast cancer? Do they cause liver damage to cats? Why are they
used in so many bath products these days?

Thanks,

Essential oils can be harmful to the planet and to people.. especially
to small children and those with compromised health. Used on a very
limited basis for specific situations they can be ok, but used
liberally in everything just
 to make stuff “smell good” can be really
harmful to those using these products, to the planet, and to those of
us who happen to be sensitive to strong smells.

In February of 2007, a study linked some essential oils in common
toiletries to a rare medical condition known as gynecomastia, or
swelling of the breasts, in three pre-pubescent boys. But few women are
counseled about the potential dangers of products like toiletries and
cosmetics that also contain estrogen-micking chemicals. What does this
mean for you? If you're a woman who has been diagnosed with breast
cancer or you have been told that you're at increased risk for
estrogen-driven cancers, you must talk to your doctor about the safety
of products containing essential oils like lavender and tea tree. The
findings were being reported in the New England Journal of Medicine.
The federally funded study came out of the University of Colorado and
the environmental health branch of the National Institutes of Health.
The findings were first released in 2006 at a science meeting. Excerpt
from MSNBC http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/16906552/

Here is a letter Susun wrote in response to a letter written in a
publication a while back, we have copied it online for others to read,
http://www.ashtreepublishing.com/bookshop/articles/essential-oils.php

Here is an article online that explains further about the dangers of
using essential oils

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/200553/dangers_of_essential_oils.html?cat=5

Further, here is just one of many sites that caution against using
aromatherapy in homes with pets, and caution against using essential
oils on pets as it can cause slow liver damage:
http://www.cybercanine.com/cat.htm

Finally, a well-known and trusted herbal vendor, Mountain Rose Herbs,
offers this caution on their website,

General Guidelines (for using Essential Oils)

Read and follow all label cautions and warnings

Keep out of reach of children and pets

Do not use on babies, children or pets

Keep away from flame, heat and ignition sources (essential oils are
flammable)

Do not apply undiluted (neat) essential oils directly onto skin; dilute
with a carrier oil first

Always conduct a patch test of diluted essential oil on the inner arm
before using; do not use if redness or irritation occurs

Do not ingest essential oils

Keep essential oils out of eyes, ears, nose, mouth and any body opening

Never assume an essential oil possesses the same properties as its
plant

If you have sensitive skin, epilepsy, heart or kidney problems, or any
serious medical condition, do not use essential oils unless advised by
a physician or medical professional that it is safe

In Case of an Accident

If essential oil gets into eyes: Immediately flush with cold milk or
vegetable oil to dilute; if sti
nging persists, seek medical attention

If essential oil gets on hands: Use cream or vegetable oil to dilute;
wash with soap and warm water; repeat if necessary

If ingested: Call National Capital Poison Control Center,
  1-800-222-1222 1-800-222-1222

If ingested by a pet: Follow directions on label or call the Animal
Poison Control Center at    1-888-426-4435 1-888-426-4435; be prepared to pay $50 with a
credit card

Environmental Safety

Did you know that some essential oils are so potent that their spills
must be handled as if they are hazardous? That's right. Take tea tree
oil, for example. If it spills, it cannot be allowed to enter a sewer
or waterway. It should be absorbed with inert material and sealed in a
container. Then the container must be disposed of as if it were a
hazardous waste in accordance with local, state or federal laws. Such
information is included on the Material Safety Data Sheet for every
essential oil.

Based on all of the above, for me, it just makes sense to avoid
essential oils and stick to the very safe homemade herbal oils and
other herbal remedies we can make ourselves that will not cause harm to
ourselves, our children, and our pets.…

Sending love,

Justine

Comments

[Pet Poison Helpline]

Thanks for posting information about essential oils and how they are poisonous to pets! They can result in hind limb temporary weakness, and can be very toxic to cats and dogs!

I also wanted to make you aware of another animal poison control called Pet Poison Helpline at 1-800-213-6680. It's another animal poison control just like ASPCA, but more cost effective ($35/call vs. $60). You can also find free helpful hints at www.petpoisonhelpline.com

Thanks for mentioning our pets - appreciate you spreading the word on pet safety!

Dr. Justine Lee, DVM, DACVECC (another Justine!)
Associate Director of Veterinary Services
Pet Poison Helpline
www.drjustinelee.com

[breast fibrocystic disease]

Breast cancer, like other cancers, occurs because of an interaction between the environment and a defective gene. Normal cells divide as many times as needed and stop. They attach to other cells and stay in place in tissues. Cells become cancerous when mutations destroy their ability to stop dividing, to attach to other cells and to stay where they belong.

[pets carriers]

Which essential oils help promote concentration and focus? And which essential oils are good to use when feeling depressed, anxious, or nervous?

[Pet Network]

Looks like the author has massive awareness in the subject. Thanks you for the info