Aromatherapy Science

Rif. 12-9780857111340

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• Nome: Aromatherapy Science

Descrizione

Lis-Balchin, Maria

First edition

Scheduled closure of pharmpress.com

Maria Lis-Balchin - Honorary Research Fellow, School of Applied Science, London South Bank University

ISBN 978 0 85711 134 0

Published Nov 2005

Paperback 246 x 189mm (480pp)

DESCRIPTION:

Aromatherapy science is one of the fastest growing forms of alternative medicine in the UK and USA. Essential oils are now sold in pharmacies and aromatherapy is increasingly being used in hospitals and primary care settings.
This unique book takes an analytical and scientific approach to aromatherapy practices and principles based on the scientific evidence to date.
Aromatherapy Science consists of eight chapters and 68 monographs. The chapters review the scientific basis of aromatherapy and contents include:
- historical background
- aromatherapy practice
- chemistry of essential oils
- bioactivity of essential oils
- science of smell
- safety issue
- clinical studies.
The monographs cover commonly used essential oils and their therapeutic uses, details of toxicity, bioactivity, contraindications and clinical studies.
This book provides pharmacists, GPs, nurses and other healthcare professionals with reliable scientifically based information on this growing discipline.
CONTENTS:

1. Introduction
2. Historical Background to Aromatherapy
3. Aromatherapy Practice
4. Chemistry of Esential Oils
5. The Bioactivity of Essential Oils
6. Science of Smell and Psychological Effects
7. The Safety Issue in Aromatherapy
8. Clinical Studies
Monographs on Commonly Used Essential Oils:
Angelica Oil
Aniseed and Star Anise
Basil Oil
Bay Oils: Laurel and Pimenta
Benzoin Tinctures and Resinoids
Bergamot Oil
Buchu Leaf Oil
Cajuput Oil
Camphor Oil
Carrot Seed Oil
Cassia Oil
Cedarwood Oil
Celery Seed Oil
Chamomile German Oil
Chamomile Roman Oil
Cinnamon Oil
Citronella Oil
Clary Sage Oil
Clove Oil
Cornmint Oil
Cubeb Oil
Cypress Oil
Elecampane Oil
Eucalyptus Oils
Fennel Oil
Frankincense Oil
Geranium Oil
Ginger Oil
Ho Leaf Oil
Hyssop Oil
Jasmine Absolute
Juniper Oil
Kanuka Oil
Lavender Oil
Lemon Balm Oil / Melissa Essential Oil
Lemon Oil
Lemongrass Oil
Litsea cubeba Oil
Manuka Oil
Marjoram Oil
Myrrh Oil
Myrtle Oil
Neroli Oil
Nutmeg Oil
Orange Oil
Palmarosa Oil
Parsley Oil
Patchouli Oil
Pepper Oil
Peppermint Oil
Peru Balsam
Petitgrain Oil
Pine Oil
Rose Oil
Rosemary Oil
Rosewood Oil
Sage Oil
Sandalwood Oil
Savory Oil
Spearmint Oil
Spike Lavender Oil
Tea Tree Oil
Thyme Oil
Valerian Oil
Vanilla Tincture/Absolute
Wintergreen Oil
Yarrow Root Oil
Ylang Ylang Oil
Floral absolutes and Essential Oils (other than Jasmine, Rose, Lavender, Neroli)

• Marchio: Pharmpress

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• Colore/Forma: 246 x 189mm