Essential Oils: Ancient Medicine for a Modern World

511 Pages·2017·13.479 MB·English

by  Jordan Rubin, Josh Axe Dr, Ty Bollinger

ESSENTIAL
OILS
Ancient Medicine
DR. JOSH AXE
JORDAN RUBIN
TY BOLLINGER
NOTICE TO READER
This book is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical
advice and treatment from your personal physician. Readers are advised to consult
their doctors or qualfied health professionals regarding specific health questions.
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consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition or supplement program.
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Published in 2016 by Axe Wellness LLC
Copyright © 2016 Dr. Josh Axe
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ISBN-13: 978-0-7684-1187-4
Book design: Allison Brochey
Recipe photography: Ayla Sadler
Cover photography: David Molnar
Printed in the USA
CONTENTS
Introduction: Healing with Biblical Medicine 10
PART I: ESSENTIAL OIL FOUNDATIONS
Chapter 1: From the Third Day to the Modern Day 23
Chapter 2: Controversy, Cures and Healing Compounds 42
Chapter 3: Go Organic and Get Wild 52
Chapter 4: Essential Oils Chemistry 101 64
Chapter 5: Using Essential Oils Safely and Effectively 73
PART II: SINGLE ESSENTIAL OILS AND CARRIER OILS
Basil 92
Bergamot 95
Birch 98
Black Pepper 101
Cardamom 104
Cassia 107
Cedarwood 110
Cilantro 113
Cinnamon Bark 116
Citronella 119
Clary Sage 122
Clove 125
Coriander 128
Cumin 131
Cypress 134
Eucalyptus 137
Fennel 140
Fir Needle 143
Frankincense 146
Geranium 149
Ginger 152
Grapefruit 155
Helichrysum 158
Holy Basil (Tulsi) 161
Hyssop 164
Jasmine 167
Juniper Berry 170
Lavender 173
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Lemon 176
Lemongrass 179
Lime 182
Manuka 185
Marjoram 188
Melaleuca (Tea Tree) 191
Melissa (Lemon Balm) 194
Myrrh 197
Orange 200
Oregano 203
Patchouli 206
Peppermint 209
Roman Chamomile 212
Rose 215
Rosemary 218
Sandalwood 221
Spikenard 224
Thyme 227
Turmeric 230
Vetiver 233
Wintergreen 236
Ylang Ylang 239
Carrier Oils 242
PART III: CONDITIONS
Acid Reflux 256
Acne 257
ADD/ADHD 258
Addiction 259
Adrenal Fatigue 260
Aging Skin 261
Allergies 262
Alzheimer’s Disease 263
Anxiety 264
Arthritis 265
Asthma 266
Athlete’s Foot 267
Autism 268
Back Pain 269
Bloating 270
Body Odor 271
Bronchitis 272
Bruising 273
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Bug Bites 274
Burns 275
Cancer 276
Candida 277
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome 278
Chickenpox 279
Cholesterol 280
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 281
Colic 282
Common Cold 283
Constipation 284
Cough 285
Cuts and Scrapes 286
Dental Health 287
Depression 288
Diabetes 289
Diarrhea 290
Ear Infection 291
Eczema 292
Edema 293
Erectile Dysfunction 294
Fibromyalgia 295
Flu 296
Gingivitis (Gum Disease) 297
Hair Loss (Alopecia) 298
Headaches 299
Heartburn 300
Hemorrhoids 301
Herpes 302
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) 303
Hypothyroidism 304
Immune Defense 305
Infection 306
Infertility 307
Inflammation 308
Insomnia 309
Irritable Bowel Syndrome 310
Leaky Gut Syndrome 311
Lupus 312
Lyme Disease 313
Menopause 314
Multiple Sclerosis 315
Muscle Aches 316
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Nausea 317
Neck Pain 318
Osteoporosis 319
Parkinson’s Disease 320
Plantar Fasciitis 321
Pneumonia 322
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome 323
Premenstrual Syndrome 324
Prostatitis 325
Psoriasis 326
Rash 327
Restless Legs Syndrome 328
Rosacea 329
Shingles 330
Sinusitis 331
Strep Throat 332
Teething 333
Tendonitis 334
Toenail Fungus 335
Ulcers 336
Urinary Tract Infection 337
Varicose Veins 338
Warts 339
Weight Gain/Obesity 340
Additional Conditions 341
PART IV: SPECIAL AREAS OF ESSENTIAL OIL USE
Chapter 6: Reflexology and Massage 348
Chapter 7: Healing Touch “By His Wounds” Therapy 360
Chapter 8: Pregnancy and Baby Care 370
Chapter 9: Skin and Body Care 383
Chapter 10: Home Cleaning and Detoxing 386
Chapter 11: Natural Pet Care 391
PART V: ESSENTIAL OIL RECIPES
FOOD
Breakfast
Cinnamon Vanilla Smoothie 401
Orange Cinnamon Pancakes 401
Pineapple Ginger Smoothie 402
Thin Mint Smoothie 402
Drinks
Lavender Lemonade 405
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Turmeric Tea 405
Snacks
Apple Cinnamon Bread 407
Guacamole 408
Lemon Poppyseed Muffins 409
Dinners
Lemon Butter Chicken with Rosemary and Thyme 411
Orange Teriyaki Salmon 412
Steak Salad with Rosemary Olive Oil 413
Turmeric Bison Burgers 414
Side Dishes/Soups
Immune-Boosting Chicken Soup 417
Lime Cilantro Cauliflower Rice 418
Pumpkin Ginger Soup 420
Rosemary Orange Glazed Carrots 422
Rosemary Sun-Dried Tomatoes with Feta 423
Dessert
Ginger Snaps 425
Key Lime Cheesecake 426
Lemon Bars 427
Orange Zest Chocolate Cake 428
Peppermint Patties 430
Vanilla Lavender Mini Cheesecakes 431
HEALTH & HEALING
General Health
Cough Syrup 433
Vapor Rub 433
Anointing Oil Blend 434
Leaky Gut Blend 437
Hand Sanitizer 437
Muscle Rub 438
Study Blend 438
Hormonal Health
Hormone Balance Serum 441
Adrenal Rejuvenating Blend 441
Sleep Serum 442
Thyroid Restore Blend 442
Skin Healing
Acne Scar Removal Face Mask 445
Anti-Aging Serum 445
Burn Salve 446
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Cellulite Cream 446
Eczema Cream 447
Stretch Mark Cream 448
Sunburn Spray 449
Varicose Vein Blend 449
HOME
Laundry Soap 451
Bug Spray 451
Household Cleaner 452
Holiday Home Cleaner 452
SELF-CARE
Body, Face and Hair Care
Deodorant 455
Bath Salts 455
Eye Cream 456
Face Mask 457
Lip Balm 458
Hand Soap 458
Frankincense and Myrrh Body Lotion 460
Magnesium Body Butter 461
Women’s Perfume 461
Moisturizer 462
Men’s Cologne 462
Sunscreen 464
Dry Shampoo 466
Conditioner 467
Body Wash 468
Oily Hair Shampoo 468
Rosemary Mint Shampoo 471
Baking Soda Shampoo 471
Hair Thickener 472
Oral Care
Oil Pulling Blend 475
Mouthwash 475
Toothpaste 477
REFERENCES 478
INDEX 498
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9
INTRODUCTION
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N Healing with Biblical Medicine
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T Let’s travel back in time to over 3,000 years ago to visit the palace
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of King David in Israel’s capital city, Jerusalem. You explore the
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immense castle until you stumble upon the private chambers of
the king and discover a large cupboard. You’ve found King David’s
medicine cabinet! You swing open the heavy wooden doors, locate
a treasure trove of healing balms, oils, spices and herbs inside, and
you decide to take a closer look.
First, you find the woodsy and sweet-smelling sandalwood, which
the king may use to clean wounds or as a natural aphrodisiac. Then
you find some minty tasting hyssop that King David likely uses to
soothe his aching muscles after battle and which acts as a powerful
antiseptic. You smell the distinctive aroma of clean, energizing
cypress, known for its ability to heal wounds and infections and
serve as a powerful deodorant to keep the king smelling fresh in
between his royal baths. You find smoky, bittersweet, sticky myrrh
that the king and his royal family use to fight aging and help prevent
gum disease. Then you pick up a vial of warm, spicy cassia, which
boosts the body’s immune system as it acts as a natural insect
repellant to keep the king from being harassed by bugs during the
hot Jerusalem summers. And finally, you find highly cherished and
prized frankincense that King David uses in his and his wives’ soaps
and perfumes to hydrate and protect their bodies.
All of these oils and more are what the queens and kings of ancient
days used as their medicine. There were no pharmacies on every corner;
instead, there were simply herbs, spices and other plant parts known to
promote health and healing.
Fast forward to today and step into our own personal homes. Inside, we
invite you to look into our medicine cabinets. What you won’t find is a
single prescription medication. Instead, you will discover a cornucopia of
ancient medicines and natural remedies based in nature, including herbs,
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