Aromatherapy is currently used worldwide in the management of chronic pain, depression,
anxiety, some cognitive disorders, insomnia and stress-related disorders. Although essential …

Medicinal plants play an important role in the treatment of a wide range of diseases, even if
their chemical constituents are not always completely recognized. Observations on their use …

A central tenet underlying the use of botanical remedies is that herbs contain many active
ingredients. Primary active ingredients may be enhanced by secondary compounds, which …

Cannabis is a complex biosynthetic plant, with a long history of medicinal use. While
cannabinoids have received the majority of the attention for their psychoactive and …

Anxiety and insomnia are among the most common mental health disorders and are a major
cause of disability around the world. Traditional herbal medicines are receiving significant …

Discover herbal alternatives for the treatment of psychological disorders! Reliable and fact-
filled, the Handbook of Psychotropic Herbs: A Scientific Analysis of Natural Treatments for …

The Fragrant Mind is written in an easy, accessible style for anyone who wishes to learn how
essential oils can influence our minds and emotions and how to use aromatherapy to …

Essential oils are natural compounds used by humans for scientific purposes due to their
wide range of properties. Eugenol is mostly present in clove oil, while pulegone is the main …

Peppermint, a stimulating odor, increases alertness while awake and therefore may inhibit
sleep. This study examined peppermint's effects on polysomnographic (PSG) sleep …

This book aims to give health professionals a balanced and indepen dent overview of
massage and aromatherapy. I have written it because, despite growing interest, there is a …