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Lavender, with its distinctive aroma and beautiful purple flowers, has been cherished for centuries due to its versatile properties. This herb offers a wide range of uses, from aromatherapy and topical applications to culinary and smoking purposes. In this article, we will explore the best methods of using lavender, with a special focus on smoking.<\/p>\n
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Topical Application<\/h2>\n
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Culinary Use<\/h2>\n
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\n<\/p>\nSmoking Lavender<\/h2>\n
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\n<\/p>\nLavender Tea and Infusions<\/h2>\n
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\n[^2]: Sheikhan, F., Jahdi, F., Khoei, E. M., Shamsalizadeh, N., Sheikhan, M., & Haghani, H. (2011). Episiotomy pain relief: Use of Lavender oil essence in primiparous Iranian women. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 17(1), 29-33. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.ctcp.2010.02.003<\/a>
\n[^3]: Lillehei, A. S., Halc\u00f3n, L. L., Savik, K., & Reis, R. (2015). Effect of inhaled lavender and sleep hygiene on self-reported sleep issues: a randomized controlled trial. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 21(7), 430-438. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1089\/acm.2014.0327<\/a>
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\n[^2]: Sheikhan, F., Jahdi, F., Khoei, E. M., Shamsalizadeh, N., Sheikhan, M., & Haghani, H. (2011). Episiotomy pain relief: Use of Lavender oil essence in primiparous Iranian women. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 17(1), 29-33. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.ctcp.2010.02.003<\/a>
\n[^3]: Lillehei, A. S., Halc\u00f3n, L. L., Savik, K., & Reis, R. (2015). Effect of inhaled lavender and sleep hygiene on self-reported sleep issues: a randomized controlled trial. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 21(7), 430-438. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1089\/acm.2014.0327<\/a>
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\n[^2]: Sheikhan, F., Jahdi, F., Khoei, E. M., Shamsalizadeh, N., Sheikhan, M., & Haghani, H. (2011). Episiotomy pain relief: Use of Lavender oil essence in primiparous Iranian women. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 17(1), 29-33. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.ctcp.2010.02.003<\/a>
\n[^3]: Lillehei, A. S., Halc\u00f3n, L. L., Savik, K., & Reis, R. (2015). Effect of inhaled lavender and sleep hygiene on self-reported sleep issues: a randomized controlled trial. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 21(7), 430-438. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1089\/acm.2014.0327<\/a>
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