At the heart of Essences - Sonia Blondeau

When essential oils are introduced into the hospital environment

This book tells the inspiring story of Catherine Maranzana, a qualified nurse who initiated the entry of aromatherapy into the Civil Hospitals of Colmar in France. From her childhood, raised by her great-grandfather in a remote hamlet, Catherine discovered a love of nature and the power of plants. Having become a nurse working with cancer patients, she fought ardently to integrate aromatherapy as a complement to conventional therapies, under scientific bases and the control of medical authorities.

Content :

• Catherine's origins : Her education by her great-grandfather, her love for nature and plants.
• Struggle and Success : His fight to introduce aromatherapy into hospitals.
• Testimonials and Practical Examples : Authentic stories that touch the heart and unique clinical applications.
• Practical Information : Useful advice for family aromatherapy.

Target audience :

• General Public : For moving testimonies.
• Aromatherapy enthusiasts : For practical advice.
• Health professionals : For those open to complementary medical methods.

Honors:

• Catherine Maranzana is one of the first professionals to officially use aromatherapy in hospitals since 2009.
• Winner of the Gattefossé Foundation Annual Prize in 2015.
• Teacher at the University of Strasbourg and practitioner in aromatherapy and olfactotherapy.

This book is a valuable source of inspiration and information for anyone interested in aromatherapy and its application in the field of health.