HERB - Stevia

[Jenne Heise]

On Thu, 28 Jan 1999, Alec wrote:
Alec asked about aromatherapy. 
Noting that modern 'aromatherapy' (using essential oils) is not period,
being founded in the early 1900's by (Tisserand?)

> Here's a few questions:  What book or books might you
> recommend for the beginning reader?   

The two I've found useful is the Encyclopedia of Essential Oils and _The
Essential Oils Book_ by Colleen K. Dodt; I've also
used Jeanne Rose's Aromatherapy book, but with great caution. (Those
who've used Jeanne Rose's _herbs and Things_ can understand my hesitation
to take her at face value.)

>What oils do we 'know' are period?

Oil of Rose is one of the oldest. Oyle of Spike is cited in some period
recipes, which means Oil of Spikenard; the common equivalent would be our
modern lavender. Oil of Cloves I've also seen cited. 

> Is there a good website to visit for info on this kind of thing?  

Storey Publishing's _Whole Herb_ web site has a section on body care, with
materials on Aromatherapy:  http://www.wholeherb.com/HAB.HTM

>Do we
> have any actual Laurels in this area of science that I might want to
> connect with?

If you know of any, I want their addresses! (*smile*)

Jadwiga Zajaczkowa (Shire of Eisental; HERMS Cyclonus), mka Jennifer Heise	
jenne at tulgey.browser.net

"Healing the universe is an inside job." 


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