Book Description
A chemist and aromatherapy practitioner provides scientific proof for the effectiveness of using essential oils.Â
Aromatherapy is the fastest-growing segment of the body care industry, an effective and deeply pleasurable way to maintain well-being. Now, Kurt Schnaubelt, a chemist and longtime aromatherapy practitioner, provides scientific proof for the efficacy of essential oils, explained clearly and logically.Â
Advanced Aromatherapy draws on the most recent research to demonstrate how essential oils work on the cells and microbes of the body. These chemical changes affect emotional states as well as physical ones.Â
Advanced Aromatherapy explains how to treat symptoms ranging from hay fever to stress disorders with predictable results.Â
An essential textbook for aromatherapy practitioners.
Customer Reviews:
Cientific Book.......2007-04-11
This is a book recomended for those who like to now all the detail about the oils, it gives us the cientific and chimical detail and explanations about essencial oils.
Intensely scientific.......2007-02-15
Very useful aromatherapy guide. It is intensely scientific...particularly the 2nd chapter entitled "Essential Oils - Definition and Distillation"; bored me out of my mind. It has a wonderful chapter on self-treatment and all the precautions with a guide of all the essential oils and their uses. I am glad I bought it, however I am sure there are better guides out there.
An interesting book for those intrigued by the chemistry behind EOs.......2006-03-21
I really love books on aromatherapy that approach essential oils from a less chemistry oriented viewpoint, but I also have an interest in the more scientific aspects of oils, and Schnaubelt's book definitely falls in that category. Schnaubelt's book is relatively brief (138 pages, including the index), too, so one need not fear becoming too enmeshed in chemical names and structures, and his PhD in chemistry provides a rather unique perspective that sheds even more light on these lovely natural products. My only complaint is his seeming contradiction of himself when discussing what constitutes a "physiologic dosage."
A Must for anyone using Essential Oils.......2005-09-28
This book along with Kurts other book are my two favorite books on Aromatherapy. Even though there are not a lot of blends written. There are just enough to get the point.
Most of all it teaches beginners and advanced what the oils are made up of. You will quest for more after reading this book.
Plus you will know why certain oils are dangerous. Unlike other books who only tell you Not to use them. Please buy this book.
I am a dislexic Chemist, and found this book to be the missing link in aromatherapy.
Advanced Aromatherapy.......2005-08-31
A very insightful book.As an aromatherapist, I have found it very valuable to learn about essential oils from a scientist's point of view. Food thought on the over-prescription of antibiotics and the breakdown of the immune system.A must or anyone who wants to learn more about precious essential oils and how to use them safely in a home environment...
Product Description
November 2006 revision! The "Reference Guide for Essential Oils" includes individual sections for the following: Science & Application, Single Oils, Oil Blends, Personal Care Products, Bath & Shower Gels, Bar Soaps, Tinctures, Massage Oils, Supplements, and a Personal Guide which is alphabetized by health condition.
The Reference Guide for Essential Oils is truly a unique book. There are other similar books on the market, but none are as user friendly as this one.
An appendix with concise, quickly accessible information on single oils and oil blends including safety information.
This book is bound with a coil binding which is very durable and allows the pages to lay flatfacilitating the use of this book during the application of oils.
AUTHOR INFORMATION
Connie Higley has had a fascination for natural healing methods, relying on herbs and herbal remedies for much of her life. Always interested in natural ways to help maintain the health of her family, she has studied Educational Kinesiology and attended several lectures and conferences on natural healing methods. She received her bachelor's degree in Information Management in 1989 and developed a unique talent for organizing information. As a devoted mother, Connie became excited about the possible uses of essential oils when she learned about the therapeutic and emotional effects that could be achieved by topical application and inhalation as opposed to ingestion. In May 1995, she met Pat Leatham and was shown the pages of notes that Pat had compiled over the previous four months. Connie worked with Pat to organize the information, and then she expanded it for the two of them and their friends. The growing demand for this information has evolved into this book and others. Because of Connie's tremendous desire to help others by providing needed, well-organized information, she summoned the help of her husband, Alan, and together they continue to research and expand this vital information.
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- Ayurvedic Massage : Traditional Indian Techniques for Balancing Body and Mind
- This was a great book for an Intro!
- If you seek balance, read all the books of H. Johari!
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Ayurvedic Massage: Traditional Indian Techniques for Balancing Body and Mind
Harish Johari
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Ayurvedic Massage is the first book on the subject, and the first new massage therapy introduced to the West since shiatsu. One of the oldest systems of medicine in the world, Ayurveda views the human being as intimately connected with the environment and all other life forms. Ayurvedic massage works on both the physical and mental levels, transmitting a life-giving energy that assists all systems of the body to repair and renew themselves. Practitioners concentrate on the
marmas, subtle energy points that respond to gentle physical manipulation, and work with the needs of the different body types. The author guides both the novice and experienced practitioner through each step in the full body massage and explains which oils work best for particular body types.
•  Includes massage techniques for expectant mothers and their babies.
•  Outlines techniques and natural remedies for treating specific disorders, including arthritis, rheumatism, sciatica, and insomnia.
•  Offers a complete guide to the traditional forty-day beauty treatment as practiced in India, and includes recipes for massage oils, facial creams, and beautifying clay baths.
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Customer Reviews:
Ayurvedic Massage : Traditional Indian Techniques for Balancing Body and Mind.......2006-07-11
Great book with informative information.
This was a great book for an Intro!.......2005-03-06
I really liked this book. It is a basic Indian massage. The reason i only gave it 4 stars was because, I think it skips some other basics that i know because i am in school for massage therapy. This book was recomended by my basic massage book as info into Ayurvedic Massage modality. I like some of the techniques and add them into my swedish massage, but i don't plan on taking any classes on Ayurvedic. If you have no expirence on massage then buy a basic massage book first. This book goes into the spirtual, as well as shows you a full body massage. I also found how important the oil you used and what you should store it in interesting.
If you seek balance, read all the books of H. Johari!.......1997-12-25
I met Harish when I was three and he visited with myself and my family through out my life. I am twenty seven now, and am just begining to comprehend the essence of the messages of the Arevedic that he translates with diamond like clarity. Spirituality is expressed with pragmatic excersizes that can lead to a well balanced spiritual and physical state of health and satisfaction. Each book increases your hunger for knowledge of the mind, body and soul as discussed through the arevedic traditions. The books are genuine filled with beauty and real teachings by artist, musician, healer and holy man, Harish Johari. To further your well being read them all!
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- Easy to understand, covers many topics of interest to women
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New Choices in Natural Healing for Women: From Aromatherapy and Herbs to Massage and Vitamin Therapy--Drug-Free Remedies from the World of Alternative Medicine
Barbara Loecher ,
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Prevention Magazine Health Books
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Natural therapies offer a gentle, drug-free approach to women's health problems, such as PMS, migraines, hot flashes, TMJ, and others. But how can you tell which approach is the best for you?
The editors of Prevention Magazine Health Books consulted with experts in thirty different natural therapies, from acupuncture to yoga, to take the mystery out of alternative treatments and explain them in plain English. You'll find out how the Alexander Technique can relieve the health risks of working at a computer, how meditation can improve symptoms of PMS, and how blueberries and ginkgo supplements can reduce spider veins.
Discover these natural healing techniques for physical and emotional ailments:
Acupressure
Acupuncture
Alexander technique
Aromatherapy
Art therapy
Biofeedback
Breath work
Chiropractic
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Hellerwork
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Imagery and visualization
Massage and bodywork
Meditation
Music therapy
Naturopathy
Osteopathy
Reflexology
Therapeutic touch
Traditional Chinese medicine
Vegetarian diets
Yoga
Comprehensive and reliable, this indispensable reference tells you how to find a qualified practitioner and what to expect when you visit one for the first time. Plus, inspiring testimonials from women who have been cured by these holistic techniques attest to their incredible restorative powers.
Customer Reviews:
Easy to understand, covers many topics of interest to women.......1999-01-14
This is one of the best books I have read for women looking for drug -free alternative remedies for almost any complaint from allergies, headaches, menopause, or menstrual problems to varicose veins. It is written in a clear, easy to understand fashion. The Board of Advisers are many of the top women doctors in the field of women's health.
Product Description
Designed as a pocket guide for convenience, the Quick Reference Guide for Using Essential Oils contains the last section, "Personal Guide", of the large Reference Guide for Essential Oils plus the Vita Flex Feet Chart and other summary information.
It is the perfect pocket guide to using pure, therapeutic quality essential oils and other commercially available products that contain pure essential oils. With information on over 650 health conditions, it is probably one of the most comprehensive and concise books of its kind on the market today.
The latest edition of the Quick Reference Guide for Using Essential Oils includes:
New product information that was introduced at the Young Living Essential Oils Annual Grand Convention in 2006
Photo illustrations for the Raindrop Therapy techniques
Photo illustrations and Hand Chart for the Vita-Flex technique
This book is bound with a plastic spiral binding. This type of binding is very durable and allows the pages to lay flatfacilitating the use of this book during the application of oils.
AUTHOR INFORMATION
Connie Higley has had a fascination for natural healing methods, relying on herbs and herbal remedies for much of her life. Always interested in natural ways to help maintain the health of her family, she has studied Educational Kinesiology and attended several lectures and conferences on natural healing methods. She received her bachelor's degree in Information Management in 1989 and developed a unique talent for organizing information. As a devoted mother, Connie became excited about the possible uses of essential oils when she learned about the therapeutic and emotional effects that could be achieved by topical application and inhalation as opposed to ingestion. The growing demand for this information has evolved into this book and others.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Basic Information
Personal Guide(over 600 health related topics)
Appendix
Bibliography
Index
Customer Reviews:
A must have essential oils reference book.......2007-08-05
This books is a must have for the serious (& not so serious) student of essential oils. Covers everything from history, chemistry, vitaflex applications, usage charts, oil frequencies, esoterice uses management of body health issues and more. The oils are primarily directed to those using Young Living Essential Oils; however, there is so much info and knowledge in these pages you can refer to this reference guide if you use other companies' therapeutic oils. I use mine book constantly - in fact, I am on my second copy!
Book Description
This book is a complete guide for massage therapists or massage therapy students interested in adding aromatherapy to their practice. It addresses the massage therapist's specific needs and concerns, and provides useful answers to the questions about aromatherapy that most practitioners only learn after years of experience. Information on practical concerns, such as pricing sessions to account for the cost of oils, proper dilutions, sending products home with clients, and effective formulations for specific ailments, make this an indispensable resource.
Customer Reviews:
Articulate and without peer.......2007-09-01
If you have ever had the privilege of being under the most competent, capable and knowing hands of Ingrid Martin, you would not question her ability to write any book about massage. But when you add in her aromatic prowess and blending skills, you will understand why no one is more qualified to write a true practicum for the massage therapist who wishes to really practice aromatherapy.
Ms. Martin's writing style is sprightly and steady. As a practicing aromatic consultant myself for more than a decade, I could only reflect that I wish I had had the book when I was staring out. She knows her oils, and the monographs are good. Anyone who wants to learn can use this book, and profit.
As an experienced aromatic professional, I am thoroughly impressed. Don't hesitate. BUY THIS BOOK AND USE IT. Your clients will thank you for it.
Product Description
FOR THOUSANDS OF YEARS HOT STONES AND AROMATHERPHY HAVE BEEN PRIZED FOR THEIR ABILITY TO PROMOTE RELAXATION, HEALING, AND GOOD HEALTH. UNTIL NOW YOU HAD TO HEAD TO AN EXPENSIVE SPA TO ENJOY THESE BENEFITS. NOW IT IS POSSIBLE TO HAVE A SPA EXPERIENCE SAFELY AND ENJOYABLE IN THE CONFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME. HOT STONE MASSAGE IS THE BEST AND MOST ENJOYABLE AND MOST EFFECTIVE MASSAGE AROUND. THE BENEFITS OF A HOT STONE MASSAGE IS TO RELAX TENSION MUSCLES, AND PROMOTE GOOD HEALING. IN THIS KIT YOU WILL RECEIVE EVERYTHING TO ENJOY HOT STONE MASSAGE. THIS KIT CONTAINS: SECRETS OF HOT STONE MASSAGE. A FULL COLOR FULLY ILLISTRATED STEP BY STEO GUIDE TO THE ART OF HOT STONE MASSAGE. A GENEROUS SUPPLY OF SPECIALLY MINED IMPORTED BASALT RIVER STONES. THE ONLY STONES RECOMMENED FOR HOT STONE MASSAGE.ALL COMES IN A BEAUTIFUL DISPLAY BOOK FOR GIFT GIVEN. THIS KIT IS GREAT FOR EVERYONE. YOUR MATE, YOUR FRIENDS, GREAT FOR BIRTHDAYS AND WEDDING GIFTS. EVERYONE LOVES AN MASSAGE. IT IS ALSO GREAT TO RECEIVE THIS ALSO.
Book Description
Using essential oils and fingertip massage, readers will learn techniques to help prevent and even reverse the effects of aging on the skin. Includes easy-to-follow exercises and directions for making therapeutic facial masks, tonics, and lotions using all-natural ingredients to protect and tone the skin and reduce wrinkles.
Customer Reviews:
Love it!.......2006-03-02
Great information on methods (with photos to go along with the steps) as well as information on carrier and essential oils (their benefits and uses)...very much recommended!
Facelift at Your fingertips.......2005-08-26
This book will show you the massage program for your face that will make you look and feel younger. The massage program along with all the information on essential and carrier olis will give you everything you need to make your own body and facial products.
Happy Skin.......2000-06-13
The pictures and format are vibrant and beautiful as well as clear and concise, which is huge bonus to any "how to" manual. There's a great overview of aromatherapy. I found the synopsis of the oils and how they will benefit your skin type to be very interesting and helpful, although, a few of the products have not been easy to find (but there's a list of contacts and mail order in the index). The exercises were easy to follow and gentle, with full color pic's and text explanation. The oils and exercices are soothing. I also found the full color poster of the exercises(included), to be helpful during travel. I've been on the daily program for 2 weeks now and I already feel a difference in the overall tone of my face. I like the way this book promotes a healthy alternative to preserving and resurecting younger skin. It's also a good read if you're interested in learning some fascinating basics about oils & aromatherapy. Aesthetically, I love this book. Great combination of instructional pic's and informative advice.
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- Beguiling and sensuous, with gorgeous pictures!!!
- Exquisite images, well written, insightful, & provocative.
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The Art of Sensual Aromatherapy: A Lover's Guide to Using Aromatic Oils and Essences
Nitya Lacroix , and
Sakina Bowhay
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Sensual Aromatherapy shows you how to combine aromatic essential oils with massage, allowing you to enhance your relationship sexually, emotionally, and spiritually. Explore a holistic approach to sensual aromatherapy; follow specially created massage programs; discover self–massage; follow aromatherapy recipes devised to create sexual openness; find out which oils have aphrodisiac qualities; and learn how to create a sensual ambience by evoking all the senses.
Customer Reviews:
Beguiling and sensuous, with gorgeous pictures!!!.......2001-09-19
This is one of my all-time favorite books in which to browse. For anyone with an interest in fragrance, it's a delight to explore. It has the most exquisite photography, with beautiful shots of both flora and some very lovingly sensual shots of people who are enjoying the wonderful experience of aromatherapy.
There is lots of information in this book, and it's included to a depth that is just perfect -- not so much that it drones on and on, and not so shallow that it imparts no knowledge. The text is enticing, the subject is horizon-expanding, and the photos are mind-blowing.
Looking for something to keep, which imparts wisdom, makes the life's dreary days much brighter, and in the process of discovery expands one consciousness and one's sensuality? Look inside. Highly, Highly Recommended!!!
Exquisite images, well written, insightful, & provocative........1998-11-21
This is a beautiful book to look through. It's also a wonderful book to read. The images are gorgeous. It is also an excellent resource for anyone wishing to begin, or add to, a collection of essential oils. It contains step-by-step instructions, as well as recommendations for the use of essential oils, and which oils to use to enhance what traits. I highly commend the authors, and offer my highest praise for their efforts. Get this one, you won't be sorry!
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As stress-related illness becomes an increasingly recognized term, natural relaxation techniques are gaining in popularity. For those looking to get started on a serene approach to life, The Book of Massage & Aromatherapy is as straightforward as the title suggests: it presents the hows and whys of combining two ancient healing arts. Coauthor Nitya Lacroix, cofounder of the School of Holistic Massage in London, runs regular training courses in massage--and it shows. With more than 500 step-by-step color photographs (complete with instructional arrows), this book was clearly written for a student. Its practical, hands-on approach provides a solid foundation for incorporating aromatherapy and massage into a daily routine. Starting with the basics and progressing to more advanced techniques, The Book of Massage & Aromatherapy does its best to cover the gamut. You'll find massage for headaches and insomnia, baby massage, self-massage, cellulite and detoxification massage, and more. Of course, if you just want to learn how to give a really good back rub, you can learn that, too. --Sara Nickerson
Book Description
Massage with essential oils is one of the oldest and most pleasureable ways to combat aches, strains and minor ailments as well as improve circulation and enhance emotional state of mind. In this book fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions provide a comprehensive program for learning the basic techniques of massage and the application of essential oils.
Customer Reviews:
I love this book!.......2001-05-19
This book is a wealth of information for both aromatherapy and massage. I ordered it for the aromatherapy part, but I found the massage portion of the book to be equally beneficial. I have many massage books in my library, but I return to this one time after time. I esspecially like the aromatherapy encyclopedia, which covers most every essential oil and its most beneficial use.
very good basics book with lots of color pictures.......1999-08-12
This book could be sub-titled "A great way to your partners happiness - help save your marriage" The pages are unusually thick paper for a inexpensive book today. There are many many color pictures all through the book. Just enough aromatherapy to get you started and more than enough massage concepts to keep you busy. My wife said after her first session "Did you learn all that from reading the book ? "
Fully illustrated, well described, covers issues for beg-adv.......1998-10-12
Well structured, well illustrated, very good overall coverage of massage therapy. It also contains good basics on aromatherapy. An excellent starter book and refresher course. I would reccommend this book to anyone who is interested in getting started. It will take you well beyond the basics.
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