Not only are they essential in the form of nourishment to maintain your heath and looks, they can also be employed to treat a whole range of complaints and ailments. The oils help to soothe tension, alleviate muscle cramps, or ease rheumatic pains; they counteract skin complaints and can promote purification of the system. Even in the case of chronic diseases, internal as well as external applications with vegetable oils can facilitate the healing process. This invaluable book includes many suggestions for use, as well as delicious recipes.
Dr. Roland Lüthi writes textbooks and teaches adult education. His studies have included Public Health in Baltimore, USA, and he was the first director of the Forum for Health Promotion (»Forum für Gesundheitsförderung«) at the University of Berne, Switzerland. He is a member of the WHO’s panel of experts on »Worksite Health Promotion«. www.luethi-roland.ch
Doris Iding is a cultural anthropologist and yoga teacher. She lives in Munich, where she also works as a freelance journalist and author. Read more on www.doris-iding.de
