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Practical Guide to Essential Oils
Plants have been used for thousands of years to help heal, soothe and alter moods. We can imagine early man experimenting with stems, leaves, barks and roots, noting which reduced pain, which reduced swelling, which were calming, and which were stimulating. By trial and error remedies were discovered, and cherished traditional treatments were passed on from generation to generation. An essential oil is the highly concentrated essence of the plant from which it was derived. Today research is beginning to explain some of the mystery behind the art and science of essential oil therapy. Clinical studies are currently underway, and many of these studies confirm the remarkable healing properties of essential oils. Practical Guide to Essential Oils was written for those who are just beginning to experiment with the healing properties of essential oils. Designed as a primer, it gives the reader a basic understanding of what these natural wonders are, and what they can do. Each chapter is written as an introduction to one of the more commonly used essential oils, explaining how that oil has been traditionally used, how it is used today, and what research there is to confirm its effectiveness. Scientific studies and supportive articles are referenced for additional reading.
80 pages, Paperback
Published March 1, 2016
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April 30, 2018
I really enjoyed this book. Very easy to read/navigate. The book has 24 chapters (each chapter after chapter 1 containing an essential oil). Also there is a "problem" Index at the back of the book so you can look up by ailment if you so desire. Each chapter states:
1)history and Traditional use
2)Research
3)Safety tips
4)How to use
5)References
The oils contained in the book are: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Cinnamon Bark, Clove, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit, Jasmine Absolute, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Myrrh, Orange, Oregano, Patchouli, Peppermint, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Tea Tree Oil, Wintergreen, and Ylang Ylang.
1)history and Traditional use
2)Research
3)Safety tips
4)How to use
5)References
The oils contained in the book are: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Cinnamon Bark, Clove, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit, Jasmine Absolute, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Myrrh, Orange, Oregano, Patchouli, Peppermint, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Tea Tree Oil, Wintergreen, and Ylang Ylang.
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