CDC modeled the structure of the chemical poisoning case definitions in this report after the infectious disease case definitions that were previously developed by CDC and the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) (1,2).
Though they're often used for massage and aromatherapy, the use of essential oils as a therapeutic agent for sleep in children with autism spectrum disorder is due for scientific review.
My daughters doctor said that peppermint slows down the breathing. Hi Addiz, Although we do recommend extreme caution when using essential oils for children, through our research and 20+ years of experience, we have found that essential oils can be safe and beneficial for people of all ages. We recommend referring to the individual label directions for any age restrictions.