Table Of ContentEVIDENCE-BASED
ESSENTIAL OIL THERAPY
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE
THERAPEUTIC AND CLINICAL
APPLICATION
OF ESSENTIAL OILS
Dr. Scott A. Johnson
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Acknowledgements
The author gratefully acknowledges the assistance of the following people in the
completion and achievement of this book.
My wife and children, who endured long days (and nights) of writing and
research, and offered continual support and encouragement. They are the
motivation and inspiration behind my writing. I love them dearly and hope that I
will help them achieve health, happiness, and success.
My dedicated fans, who offered encouragement and kind words, and purchased
my books, so that I could continue my efforts and contributions to evidence-
based natural health and essential oils.
Dr. Natalie Lambajian-Drummond is a respected, board certified pediatrician
that specializes in integrative pediatrics. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in
Psychology from the University of Illinois-Champaign-Urbana, with an
emphasis on child growth and development and earned her MD at Southern
Illinois University. She went on to earn her certification in Homeopathy and
completed her Fellowship in Integrative Medicine under Dr. Andrew Weil and
Dr. Tierona Low Dog at the University of Arizona. She sits on the American
Academy of Pediatrics Section on Complementary and Alternative medicine and
is medical director at Creekside Natural Therapeutics that develops natural
treatment options for children using herbs and essential oils. In November 2014,
she was named as one of "our favorite pediatricians" by Parents Magazine for
her work in integrative pediatrics.
Maria Pokluda has been a doula serving expecting families in Dallas and Ft.
Worth since 2007 and has helped hundreds of families have happy birth days.
Maria was voted “Best Doula” by DFW Child the past three years and has a
special passion for helping couples achieve VBACs. In 2011, Maria co-created
the Birth Boot Camp DOULA certification program. You can find information
about Maria’s services or read her blog at greatexpectationsbirth.com.
Amanda Devereux, RN, BBCD, Bbci, CHBE believes pregnancy is a time to
nurture, cherish, and connect with one’s self and baby, as well as celebrate the
growing family. She understands and believes birth to be a natural process and
incredible rite-of-passage for a woman. Her path has led her to be a committed
force in the community as a birth advocate, birth and postpartum doula, birth
educator, and happiest baby educator. Amanda has advanced training in VBAC,
is the founder of Nola Nesting, and also serves as a program developer and
trainer of Birth Boot Camp DOULA.
Carol Brinkman, RN, CNP, is a passionate twelve-year veteran Nurse
Practitioner with certifications from the American Nurse’s Credentialing Center,
Institute of Functional Medicine, and American Academy of Anti-Aging
Medicine. Her diverse nursing background and wide-ranging experience allows
her to serve those who seek greater wellness through an integrative approach that
combines primary care and complementary medicine.
Dr. Randy Naidoo gained a passion for helping children while completing his
medical degree at the University of Texas Houston Health Sciences. Following
his residency at Children’s Medical Center Dallas he served four years as the
sole pediatrician at Dyess Air Force Base. He joined Healthy Kids Pediatrics
after completing his commitment to the U.S. Air Force and continued his
progress in complementary medicine with board certification by the American
Board of Integrative and Holistic Medicine.
Contents
CHAPTER 1: EVIDENCE-BASED ESSENTIAL OIL THERAPY
The Case for Complementary and Integrative Medicine
Essential Oils: The Natural Remedies of the Future
The Future of Aromatherapy: The Evidence-based Model
What Are Essential Oils?
Essential Oil Compounds
A Brief History of Essential Oils
The Importance of Essential Oil Purity and Authenticity
The Dangers of Synthetic and Adulterated Essential Oils
Usage and Safety Guidelines
Essential Oils Cautions with Children
Do Lavender and Tea Tree Oil Cause Breast Growth in Young Boys?
Hormone-sensitive Cancers and Phytoestrogen-containing Oils
Contraceptives and Essential Oils
Essential Oils Care during 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
Reducing Reliance on Medications
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 the Topical Application of Essential Oils
Ways to Avoid Sensitization
Reversing Sensitivity
Inhalation
The Powerful Influence of Aromas
Essential Oil Inhalation: Asthma and Chronic Respiratory Disorders
Sensory Irritation During Essential Oil Inhalation or Diffusion
Oral Administration
Oral Administration and Irritation of the Gastrointestinal System
Essential Oils and Gastrointestinal Flora (Probiotics)
Liver Toxicity and Essential Oils: Fact or Fabricated Fiction?
Compromised Livers or Liver Damage and Essential Oil Use
Oral Consumption Is Reasonable, Beneficial, and Safe
Retention
Using the Protocols
Recommended Essential Oils
CHAPTER 2: ESSENTIAL OIL PROFILES
Balsam Fir
Basil
Bay Laurel
Bergamot
Birch
Black Pepper
Blue Cypress
Blue Spruce
Blue Tansy
Cajeput
Camphor
Cardamom
Carrot Seed
Cassia
Cedarwood
Cinnamon Bark
Cistus
Citronella
Clary Sage
Clove Bud
Copaiba Balsam
Coriander
Cypress
Eucalyptus
Fennel
Frankincense
Galbanum
Geranium
German Chamomile
Ginger
Goldenrod
Grapefruit
Helichrysum
Juniper Berry
Lavandin
Lavender
Lemon
Lemon Verbena
Lemongrass
Lime
Marjoram
Melaleuca (Tea Tree)
Melissa
Myrrh
Myrtle
Neroli
Niaouli
Nutmeg
Orange
Oregano
Palmarosa
Palo Santo
Patchouli
Peppermint
Petitgrain
Pine
Ravensara
Ravintsara
Roman Chamomile
Rose
Rosemary
Sage
Sandalwood
Silver Fir
Spanish Sage
Spearmint
Spike Lavender
Spikenard
Spruce (Black)
Tangerine
Thyme
Tsuga
Turmeric
Vetiver
White Fir
Wintergreen
Ylang Ylang
CHAPTER 3: ESSENTIAL OIL THERAPY FOR HEALTH CONDITIONS
CHAPTER 4: ESSENTIAL OILS FOR INFANTS AND CHILDREN
CHAPTER 5: ESSENTIAL OILS FOR PREGNANCY, LABOR, AND CHILDBIRTH
APPENDIX A: ESSENTIAL OIL COMPOUNDS
APPENDIX B: HOMEOPATHIC REMEDIES PROFILES
APPENDIX C: THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES OF ESSENTIAL OILS
APPENDIX D: USAGE QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
APPENDIX E: CONVERSION CHART, ABBREVIATIONS, AND DEFINITIONS
APPENDIX F: ESSENTIAL OIL NOTES
APPENDIX G: CAUTIONS QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
REFERENCES
1
EVIDENCE-BASED
ESSENTIAL OIL THERAPY
Modern medicine, or allopathic medicine, has ushered in a wonder of scientific
advancements and achievements that have greatly benefited the human race. The
study of the human body and scientific research have discovered intricate details
of human anatomy and physiology, helped us better understand disease cause
and progression, revealed our genetic makeup, and much, much more. Organ
transplants, medical imaging, and trauma treatment are just a few of the
advances of modern medicine that save countless lives each year.
That being said, modern medicine is still largely ineffective in key areas. It
emphasizes the treatment of symptoms rather than eradicating the root cause of
disease, focuses too heavily on invasive treatments, and often causes severe side
effects. In addition, modern medicine largely fails when it comes to preventive
care, with most doctors lacking the knowledge or time to offer nutritional and
lifestyle guidance that could significantly reduce the disease burden facing the
world today. Quite frankly, nutrition and lifestyle behaviors are the foundation
of health and should be “medical doctor 101,” because no amount of drugs (or
supplements or essential oils for that matter) can replace eating better and being
physically active.
The Case for Complementary and Integrative Medicine
Where modern medicine fails, alternative—or better said, complementary or
integrative—medicine excels. Complementary medicine relies on gifts provided
by Mother Nature as remedies and employs these remedies to support the body’s
remarkable innate ability to heal. After all, the natural state of man is health, not
disease, and the body is well equipped to combat a variety of illnesses and
injuries that cause disease, especially when supported in this process.
The perception that no evidence exists regarding the safety and efficacy of
natural remedies is misguided and utterly false. The truth is there are tens of
thousands of studies supporting numerous natural remedies as valuable solutions
