Surviving When Modern Medicine Fails, by Scott A. Johnson, ND, Revised 3rd Edition

This invaluable resource prepares you with crucial information that could potentially save your life when modern medicine collapses after a disaster.

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Be prepared to survive and thrive when modern medicine fails!

Would you be able to survive during a crisis if you were cut off from vital medical treatments and prescription medications? Hundreds of thousands of people have been forced to do exactly this during the last decade struggling to outlive calamities while isolated from medical care. This valuable practical resource prepares you with crucial information that could potentially save your life when modern medicine collapses after a disaster. Using 42 essential oils in an emergency preparedness kit Scott Johnson ND provides definitive specific and easy-to-follow guidance for managing more than 460 health conditions. Whether you're new to essential oils or a long-time user this book will quickly become a go-to reference for essential oils.

Objective: Educational. (Click here for information on the difference between Educational and Marketing materials.)

Publication: 2015, Revised 3rd Edition.

Pages: 256.

Binding: Softcover.

Dimensions: 6" wide x 9" tall ¾" deep.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR 

Scott A. Johnson, ND, is the bestselling author of 8 books and more than 250 articles featured in online and print publications. He is a Doctor of Naturopathy a board certified Alternative Medical Practitioner (AMP) a Certified Clinical Master Aromatherapist (CCMA) and a Certified Professional Coach (CPC). His evidence-based approach to natural healing and his experience conducting medical research make him one of the world's leading experts on the therapeutic application of essential oils. Dr. Johnson pioneered evidence-based essential oil therapy which combines the art of ancient healing with modern science to maximize the benefits of essential oils. One area of research is the safety of essential oils and he has published internationally on the subject. He is an acclaimed international speaker and has delivered keynote presentations across North America Europe and Asia. Dr. Johnson draws on his wealth of experience and diverse educational background as he travels the globe to share the secrets of natural healing with those who seek greater well-being.

Features

Chapter 1: Surviving and Thriving with Essential Oils

The Case for Complementary and Integrative Medicine

Essential Oils as Disaster Medicine

The Huge Advantages of Essential Oils as Natural Remedies

The Future of Aromatherapy: The Evidence-based Model

What are Essential Oils?

Essential Oil Compounds

A Brief History of Essential Oils

The Importance of Oil Purity and Authenticity

The Dangers of Synthetic or Adulterated Essential Oils

Usage and Safety Guidelines

Using Essential Oils with Children

Essential Oils and Pregnancy

Essential Oils Before and After Surgery or Medical Procedures

Epilepsy Cautions with Essential Oils

Essential Oils and the Eyes

Essential Oils and the Ears

Photosensitizing Essential Oils

Essential Oils with Thymol

Essential Oils: Kidney Transplants and Compromised Kidneys

Medical Implants and Essential Oils

Breast Implants and Essential Oils

Essential Oils: Immunosuppressive Drugs and Patients

Essential Oils During Chemotherapy and Cancer Treatment

Is it Possible to Build a Tolerance to Essential Oils?

Essential Oil Use with Medications

Possible Drug Interactions and Cautions

Topical Application

Enhancing Absorption of Essential Oils Through the Skin

Where to Apply Essential Oils

Carrier Oils

Common Carrier Oils and Bases and Their Properties/Benefits

Skin Sensitivity and Reactions to Topical Essential Oils

Ways to Avoid Sensitization

Dilution Ratios

Reversing Sensitivity

Inhalation

The Powerful Influence of Aromas

Inhalation: Asthma and Chronic Respiratory Disorders

Sensory Irritation During Essential Oil Inhalation or Diffusion

Oral Administration

Oral Administration and Gastrointestinal System Irritation

Essential Oils and Gastrointestinal Flora (Probiotics)

Liver Toxicity and Essential Oils–Fact or Fiction?

Compromised Livers or Liver Damage and Essential Oils Use

Oral Consumption is Reasonable Beneficial and Safe

Retention

Recommended Essential Oils

Usage Quick Reference Guide

Chapter 2: Essential Oil Therapy for Health Conditions

Using the Protocols

Foot Chart

Author Information

References

Index