The use of essential oils in hives is roughly equivalent to using homeopathic remedies. The following critique of homeopathics is instructive: > What then are the dangers associated with Homeopathy? Critics, such as Steven Barrett, M.D., cite the following: > Delayed Treatment: Homeopathic preparations can be obtained over-the-counter in the U.S. Patients may be misled into self-medication when they actually have a serious illness that requires conventional medical attention. [While you are waiting for your essential oils to "work" the colonies may succumb to treatable disorders.] > Wasted Resources: Homeopathic treatments can be expensive. Since many practitioners regard them as placebos, their cost and the cost of consulting a homeopathic physician could be considered wasted money. [You may believe in your snake oil, but if it does little or no good, that still qualifies as a waste of time and money.] *********************************************** The BEE-L mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html Access BEE-L directly at: http://community.lsoft.com/scripts/wa-LSOFTDONATIONS.exe?A0=BEE-L