The Complete Aromatherapy Tutor

Download or read book The Complete Herbal Tutor written by Anne McIntyre and published by Aeon Books. This book was released on 2019-04-09 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Herbal medicines have been used for many centuries to treat illnesses and restore health, and today herbalism still remains the most widely-practised form of medicine around the world.Written by a leading medical herbalist, this new revised edition of The Complete Herbal Tutor provides in-depth knowledge of the practice and theory of herbal medicine, including everything you need to know about its history, how it works, how to grow, gather and prepare herbs, and how to use them to create an herbal prescription.The illustrated materia medica contains over 150 herbs, with thorough descriptions of their properties and active ingredients. There is also a clear explanation of how herbs can be used to treat each of the body's systems, with advice on using remedies for healing a range of specific conditions. This revised edition of Anne McIntyre's popular classic will be invaluable to all herbalists and students of herbal medicine. It is beautifully illustrated with a series of colour photographs, many taken by the author in her own garden.

Download or read book Aromatherapy Easy Guide for beginners written by and published by Daniela Marrone. This book was released on 2015-02-24 with total page 59 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aromatherapy is a therapeutic method that makes use of aromatic essences, also called essential oils, to treat various ailments in the physical, mental and spiritual. In aromatherapy, the use of essential oils, through the various methods of absorption, allows to get into the deepest spheres that constitute an individual, those that characterize its psychic functions. Aromatherapy easy guide for beginners is a practical guide for those who approach to aromatherapy. Aromatherapy is a multifaceted healing hart which use the essential oils of aromatic plants and trees to promote health of body and serenity of mind. This e-book sets out to prove that the basic principles on which aromatherapy is based are no less valid today. It contains the profile of 10 common essential oils and also an introduction to common ailments and the use of aromatherapy in skincare. Chapters include: Introduction to Holistic Medicine Brief history method of absorption essential oils Chemistry and aromatherapy essential oils safety Base oils, aromatic waters and herbal oils The skin (essential oils in skincare) Profile of 10 essential oils Common ailments

Download or read book The Complete Aromatherapy Tutor written by Joanna Hoare and published by Gaia. This book was released on 2010-06-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete guide to the interesting and varied world of Aromatherapy. Expert aromatherapist Joanna Hoare covers every aspect of this ancient healing practice, including its long and varied history, its scientific basis, and a comprehensive list of oils and treatable ailments. There is also advice on how to establish your own practice and how to develop as a professional aromatherapist. Packed full of handy tips and hints, this is a must-have book for anyone who wants the whole story on aromatherapy.

Download or read book The Complete Book of Family Aromatherapy written by Joan Radford and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ancient arts of aromatherapy are at the center of today's enlightened move towards natural healing. As a tonic or a sedative, these safe home-treatments are proved to work wonders for countless ailments from lumbago and migraine to ulcers and indigestion.Choose the blend that suits you best, from the tang of cinnamon to the sweetness of rosewater or the warm, woody feel of cedar. And learn to cure yourself and others by nature's own method-helped by this comprehensive new guide from Foulsham.

Download or read book The Complete Herbal Tutor written by Anne McIntyre and published by Aeon Books. This book was released on 2019-04-09 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Herbal medicines have been used for many centuries to treat illnesses and restore health, and today herbalism still remains the most widely-practiced form of medicine around the world. Written by a leading medical herbalist, The Complete Herbal Tutor provides in-depth knowledge of the practice and theory of herbal medicine, including everything you need to know about its history, how it works, how to grow, gather and prepare herbs, and how to use them to create an herbal prescription. The rigorously researched and illustrated materia medica contains over 150 herbs, with clear explanations of their properties, active ingredients, and the latest scientific developments on their uses. There is also a clear explanation of how herbs can be used to treat each of the body's systems, with advice on using remedies for healing a range of specific conditions.

Download or read book Aromadermatology written by Janetta Bensouilah and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2021-07-28 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive, evidence-based guide promotes an integrative approach to using complementary therapies with conventional medicines. It increases awareness of the sound scientific basis to aromatherapy with a wealth of data, and contains practical information for treatment. Contents include: Skin structure and function * Essential oil sciences in context * Aromadermatology and safety issues * The essentials of aromatic formulations * Skin-care essentials * Skin and the psyche * Skin infections * Childhood skin complaints * Inflammatory disorders * Wound care * Nails, hair and sebaceous glands ‘With the growing interest in aromatherapy, it is important that therapists and healthcare professionals are able to offer a valid rationale when integrating essential oils into clinical care. Sound knowledge of bio-chemical principles and the ability to critically appraise and apply relevant research are fundamental requirements. This book offers a comprehensive, in-depth view of current knowledge. The authors have skilfully woven research and clinical application. A range of therapeutic possibilities is explored and offers practitioners alternative approaches to the management of skin conditions. These include detailed discussions on different methods of application. I hope that this book will become a standard text on both pre-qualifying and CPD courses in aromatherapy.’ – Angela Avis, in her Foreword ‘This well-illustrated, thorough and authoritative text is written in a language and style that is clear and accessible to a variety of healthcare practitioners. A thorough understanding of dermatology underpins the book, and both current research and clinical knowledge are elegantly applied to the skin conditions discussed.’ – Robert Tisserand, in his Foreword

Download or read book The Business of Maternity Care written by Denise Tiran and published by Singing Dragon. This book was released on 2018-12-21 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a guide for midwives and doulas who want to establish a maternity-related business offering services such as pregnancy complementary therapies, antenatal classes, lactation support or full doula care. The book is designed to help potential entrepreneurs explore whether this is the right decision for them and provides guidance on the legal, financial and business aspects of setting up in private practice, specifically tailored to maternity care. Advice is given on marketing and pricing and there is debate around the professional and ethical issues for midwives and doulas, including avoiding conflicts of interest and maintaining professional integrity. Case studies of midwives and doulas who have taken the step to set up in private practice are included, and there are various activities to help the reader with their personal plans for their business.