Turning the art of aromatherapy into good medicine for the next century, this book, written by a chemist and aromatherapy practitioner, draws on the most recent research to demonstrate how essential oils work on the cells and microbes of the body. 75 illustrations.
Turning the art of aromatherapy into good medicine for the next century, this book, written by a chemist and aromatherapy practitioner, draws on the most recent research to demonstrate how essential oils work on the cells and microbes of the body. 75 illustrations.
Kurt Schnaubelt holds a Ph.D. in chemistry and is the founder and scientific director of the Pacific Institute of Aromatherapy in San Francisco. The author of Advanced Aromatherapy and Medical Aromatherapy, he lives in San Rafael, California.
Inhaltsangabe
Advanced Aromatherapy The Science of Essential Oil Therapy 1. Aromatherapy: A Challenge to Conventional Medicine Antibiotics: The Downfall of Conventional Medicine Civilization from One Source Aromatherapy: An Answer The Immune System: Not a One-Way Street Complex Information from Plants The History of Aromatherapy 2. Essential Oils--Definition and Distillation Plant Messengers Essential Oils--Distillation, Chemistry, and History Essential Oil Terminology The Composition of Essential Oils Spectrum of Action of Essential Oil Components 3. The Effects of Essential Oils Antibacterial Effects The Aromatogram Antiviral Effects Inhalation and Expectorant Effects Sedative and Antispasmodic Effects 4. Self-Treatment with Essential Oils Real and Potential Risks Essential Oils and the Skin Contraindications and Unusually Toxic Oils 5. Choosing Essential Oils The Relationship between Chemical Structure and Effects Descriptions of the Oils 6. Application of Essential Oils Methods of Application Areas of Use Bruises, Sprains, Sports Injuries Burns Wounds and Scars Lymphatic System Herpes Shingles Bladder Infections Bloodshot Eyes and Conjunctivitis Nervousness, Tension, Stress Motion Sickness Fatigue Infectious Illnesses Respiratory Conditions Skin Conditions Cosmetics with Natural Substances 7. Aromatherapy: Mediating between the Immune System, Emotions, and the Body Aromatherapy and the Immune System Aromatherapy and Asthma Aromatherapy and Viral Diseases An End to the Separation of Body and Mind Afterword Endnotes Resources Index
Advanced Aromatherapy The Science of Essential Oil Therapy 1. Aromatherapy: A Challenge to Conventional Medicine Antibiotics: The Downfall of Conventional Medicine Civilization from One Source Aromatherapy: An Answer The Immune System: Not a One-Way Street Complex Information from Plants The History of Aromatherapy 2. Essential Oils--Definition and Distillation Plant Messengers Essential Oils--Distillation, Chemistry, and History Essential Oil Terminology The Composition of Essential Oils Spectrum of Action of Essential Oil Components 3. The Effects of Essential Oils Antibacterial Effects The Aromatogram Antiviral Effects Inhalation and Expectorant Effects Sedative and Antispasmodic Effects 4. Self-Treatment with Essential Oils Real and Potential Risks Essential Oils and the Skin Contraindications and Unusually Toxic Oils 5. Choosing Essential Oils The Relationship between Chemical Structure and Effects Descriptions of the Oils 6. Application of Essential Oils Methods of Application Areas of Use Bruises, Sprains, Sports Injuries Burns Wounds and Scars Lymphatic System Herpes Shingles Bladder Infections Bloodshot Eyes and Conjunctivitis Nervousness, Tension, Stress Motion Sickness Fatigue Infectious Illnesses Respiratory Conditions Skin Conditions Cosmetics with Natural Substances 7. Aromatherapy: Mediating between the Immune System, Emotions, and the Body Aromatherapy and the Immune System Aromatherapy and Asthma Aromatherapy and Viral Diseases An End to the Separation of Body and Mind Afterword Endnotes Resources Index
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