"Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, 2nd Edition" provides a clear and authoritative reference to aromatherapy for the serious student and for all therapists open to natural and alternative answers in modern healthcare settings. The authors demonstrate that aromatherapy and aromatology can bring real therapeutic help to many patients. Hundreds of references on the properties and actions of essential oils have been sourced for this new edition. Also included in this edition is information on some of the antiseptic, antibacterial, antiparasitic and even antiviral properties of some essential oils and their effects on the skin.
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Part 1 Essential oil science: the genesis of essential oils
chemistry and quality
power and safety
traditional use, modern research. Part 2 The foundations of practice: how essential oils enter the body
essential waters
touch and massage
aromas, mind and body. Part 3 Aromatherapy in context: primary healthcare
pregnancy and childbirth
people with learning difficulties
stress
intensive and coronary care
care of the elderly
palliative and terminal care
Part 4 Policy and practice: aromatherapy in the UK