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Exploring science's new biological understanding of essential oils and their advantages over synthetic drugs, renowned aromatherapist Kurt Schnaubelt reveals how the effectiveness of essential oil treatments stems from our common biochemical and cellular heritage with plants. He explains how essential oils preserve a plant's complex natural life-supporting and immune-building qualities, developed through millions of years of interaction with animals and humans. Reviewing recent research in molecular, cellular, and evolutionary biology, he shows how the multilayered activity of plant essences helps maintain the integrity of our genetic code--the reason why pathogens cannot develop resistance toward essential oils as they do with antibiotics and antivirals--making essential oils a more effective and sustainable form of treatment for a variety of health problems. Laying to rest old arguments over essential oils' alleged toxicity and whether they can be ingested or used undiluted, Schnaubelt presents simple recipes and protocols for treating and preventing common ailments, such as colds, flu, herpes, and candida, as well as for pain management. Offering new essential oil treatment opportunities for hepatitis, osteoporosis, liver detoxification, and the prevention of UV damage and melanoma, he shows how essential oils can also ameliorate the debilitating side effects of chemotherapy and other cancer treatments as well as how even home use of essential oils for relaxation or skin care can help build one's immunity and overall well-being.
Contents
Introduction
BioPrimer: Relevant Concepts and Terms
Part I
Understanding the Language of Plants
The Science of Aromatherapy
One The Foundations of Aromatherapy
Two The Bioactivity of Essential Oils
Three From Biology to Aromatherapy
Part II
Exploring Authentic Essential Oils
Recognizing Authenticity, Safety, Diversity, Fragrance
Four Authentic Essential Oils
Five Aromatherapy Safety in the Information Age
Six Aromatherapy Connects with Diverse Traditions
Seven The Mystery of Fragrance
Part III
Healing with Essential Oils
Treatment Strategies and Protocols
Eight How to Apply Essential Oils: Topically
Nine How to Apply Essential Oils: Internally
Ten Essential Oils for Common Ailments
Eleven Essential Oils and the Skin
Twelve Treating Chemotherapy-Induced Vomiting and Nausea
Thirteen Aromatherapy and Cancer
Fourteen Selected Aspects of Chinese Medical Aromatherapy: Cancer and Autoimmune Diseases
Fifteen Essential Oils and Hepatitis B and C
Notes
Glossary
Recommended Reading
Resources
Index
