Complementary-Therapy Books

The application of essential or aromatic oils to the human body is a practice as old as history itself. William Arnould-Taylor in his new book describes the historical origins and, from his special position as an international authority on the subject, goes on to present a most readable account of the art and practice of Aromatherapy backed by scientific considerations and case histories.

William Arnould-Taylor PhD MPhys FRSM has personally trained many thousands of therapists in the use of essential oils; through television and radio broadcasts to international audiences he has genuinely contributed to world-wide awareness of the benefits which the practice of the subject confers.
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I really enjoyed this book. I had to do a special project on aromatherapy and I used this book as one of the 5 books that I had to read. It was easy to read and enjoyable and had alot of information on pregnancy and childbearing. I would recommend this book highly. This is a book that I will go back to over and over

I recently picked up this book on my way to a festival. At the festival I was just overwhelmed and found myself down with a headache (not to mention numerous other aches). This book has a GREAT "aromatherapy travel kit" section that no trip should be without. Within minutes, I was back in the festive mode. After the days of travel it took to get to the festival, I know this book was the best purchase I'd made that whole weekend (and for a long time before that).

this is a mini version of everything you need to know about how to treat comon ailments with essential oil. it also has a wonderful list of essential oils descriptions and benefits. if you were to travel this is the book to get in your bag. nice photographs on massages, plants, herbs. is like a mini illustrated guide of herbs and oils, uses, ect. gives wonderful tips and uses for any affection. highly recommend with wornmwood, and lawless books.

Aromatherapy Massage with Essential Oils provided a wealth of information regarding massaging of various parts of the body. It was very informative about different oils to use and in what way they should be applied. The book explained in detail numberous techniques for relaxing. By far my favorite part of the book was the chapter explaining why and how aromatherapy is effective it goes along way to helping understand how effective it can be. I would definately recommand this book to anyone searching for ways to alleviate stress in themselves or a loved one. Two-thumbs up !

In my opinion, a good reference book on medical aromatherapy.

It provides a basic principles section, as well as an overview of the human body systems.

Chapter 11 reviews, discusses and details many of the major essential oils used in clinical practice. It is a fabulous reference section and provides much useful information.

The book also provides recipes using key essential oils for a wide variety of health issues and health problems.

Tisserand also devotes a whole chapter on skin care and that is worth reading just on it own.

All round a very useful book to have; and Yes, it's on our bookshelf.

You don't have to accept the pain and disability of arthritis as an inevitable part of life. Alternative medicine offers proven "solutions for identifying and treating the underlying causes and can bring lasting relief to arthritis sufferers." That's the message offered by Eugene R. Zampieron, N.D., A.H.G., and Ellen Kamhi, Ph.D., R.N., H.N.C. in their new book, Arthritis: An Alternative Medicine Definitive Guide.
Dr. Zampieron specializes in non-toxic treatment of arthritis and other rheumatological and autoimmune disorders. Dr. Kamhi is known as an authority on natural healing. Both doctors appear on radio and television shows, teach, and lead workshops.
Although more than 100 types of arthritis are known, the doctors focus on the three most common kinds: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. They also discuss gout, psoriatic arthritis, and infectious arthritis. More than 20 million Americans suffer from one or more of these diseases.
Conventional medicine offers numerous drugs to relieve arthritis. Generally those drugs simply relieve pain, without providing permanent help. Many of the drugs cause unpleasant side effects as well. Zampieron and Kamhi say that "Alternative medicine, on the other hand, offers a wide range of treatment options for eliminating the often hidden causes of arthritis." They add that "the primary keys are proper diet and nutrition, detoxification, and stress reduction."
The two doctors explain how to accomplish each of these in detail, including case histories of patients they have helped. They provide information on their "arthritis diet," complete with sample recipes. They also describe all the testing procedures for finding the causes of arthritis, and how to remove those causes. Detoxification plays a big role, and they explain how to do that. Stress reduction is covered in the mind-body section. They also include information on supplements, exercises, and physical therapy.
"Quick Definitions" are scattered throughout the book, so that readers can learn the meaning of any unknown words. Complete information is also given on contacting labs, healers, and providers of recommended services/supplies in the text.
While the emphasis is on reversing or alleviating arthritis after it's developed, the solutions suggested by Zampieron and Kamhi are equally effective in preventing the onset of arthritis. Arthritis provides essential information for every American who wishes to live a life free from the suffering of this preventable and correctable disease.

This book is very good for anyone who wants to learn about collective thoughts, commonolities between theoloigies and cultures, etc.

It has a page for each of the basics of the India yoga shakras, the Jewish Sephiroth tree of life spanning to the Maridians and micro-bodies used in Traditional Chinese Medicine.It also spans accross broad topics including Muscle, gender, breath, myth, etc.

Expect to walk away with a very good overview/glance at many systems and a thirst to study some of them in more detail - with another book or in meditation.

I have been doing laying on of hands for about 8 years now and this book summarizes the process in an interesting and understandable manner. The writer's style and structure brings the process to life with ease. To understand this subject well, knowledge about all types should be presented... and this authors does. A book you would not regret buying or having. I will be buying a few extra copies for my students and friends for gifts.

An excellent book on AYURVEDA. Strongly recommend to every Allopathic medical practitioners.
Greatly appreciate the author for preparing the book and making it available on Amazon.