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What Big Pharma Doesn't Want You to Know About Essential Oils
Exploiting elaborate and aggressive marketing strategies, Big Pharma has seized hundreds of billions of dollars over the last several decades by creating customers instead of cures. Their unlimited and entrenched influence among medical schools, governments, medical professionals, regulatory bodies, policy makers, and consumers has created a population dependent on drugs to feel good. Drugs are not the only answer to health! A mounting body of evidence suggests that essential oils work by influencing some of the same pathways and mechanisms of action as drugs, without the harsh side effects. Join Dr. Scott A. Johnson as he reveals secrets that Big Pharma doesn’t want you to know about essential oils and arms you with the knowledge to make informed health-care decisions. In his book, What Big Pharma Doesn’t Want You to Know About Essential Oils, Dr. Johnson exposes secrets such as:
> essential oils that reduce inflammation and pain by inhibiting multiple proinflammatory pathways, including one that works as well as the prescription NSAID indomethacin;
> an essential oil that reduces cholesterol as effectively as the prescription drug ezetimibe;
> how to balance brain chemicals vital to a positive mood, and an essential oil that beat Prozac in a head-to-head comparison;
> how essential oils can lower blood pressure by inhibiting ACE activity and acting as a calcium channel blocker like drugs designed for the same purpose;
> essential oils that work with the cells to prevent allergic reactions;
> how three essential oils influence neurotransmitter activity to promote restful sleep without resorting to addictive sleep aids;
> and much, much more.
> essential oils that reduce inflammation and pain by inhibiting multiple proinflammatory pathways, including one that works as well as the prescription NSAID indomethacin;
> an essential oil that reduces cholesterol as effectively as the prescription drug ezetimibe;
> how to balance brain chemicals vital to a positive mood, and an essential oil that beat Prozac in a head-to-head comparison;
> how essential oils can lower blood pressure by inhibiting ACE activity and acting as a calcium channel blocker like drugs designed for the same purpose;
> essential oils that work with the cells to prevent allergic reactions;
> how three essential oils influence neurotransmitter activity to promote restful sleep without resorting to addictive sleep aids;
> and much, much more.
129 pages, Paperback
Published July 19, 2016
About the author
Scott A. Johnson
40 books55 followersScott A. Johnson spent most of his childhood in Utah, where he gained a love for creative writing. His passion and talent for the written word was readily apparent during his early childhood. Recognizing his potential at a young age, his teachers and family encouraged him to explore his developing writing talents. Scott continued to craft imaginative and original stories through his teenage years, including original short stories that are beloved by his family.
Being diagnosed with a chronic auto-inflammatory condition changed his life and career direction. After painstaking research to discover natural remedies to help with his condition Scott gained a passion for natural health and a great desire to help others find greater wellness naturally. He changed his educational direction from business management to natural health and continues acquiring knowledge through meticulous study today.
He graduated from college with a doctorate in naturopathy and is a Board-certified Alternative Medical Practitioner (AMP), Certified Elite Essential Oil Specialist (CEEOS), Certified Clinical Master Aromatherapist (CCMA), and Certified Professional Coach (CPC). His evidence-based approach to natural healing and experience conducting medical research make him one of the world’s leading experts on the therapeutic application of essential oils.
He is the bestselling author of more than twenty evidence-based books that have helped thousands of people realize greater wellness naturally. He is the creator of the Waterfall Technique. Dr. Johnson pioneered evidence-based essential oil therapy, which combines the art of ancient healing with modern science to maximize the benefits of essential oils. One of his research focuses is the safety of essential oils, and he has published internationally on the subject.
He is an acclaimed international speaker and has delivered keynote presentations across North America, Europe, Australia, Africa, and Asia. Dr. Johnson draws on his wealth of experience and diverse educational background as he travels the globe to share the secrets of natural healing with those who seek greater wellness.
Being diagnosed with a chronic auto-inflammatory condition changed his life and career direction. After painstaking research to discover natural remedies to help with his condition Scott gained a passion for natural health and a great desire to help others find greater wellness naturally. He changed his educational direction from business management to natural health and continues acquiring knowledge through meticulous study today.
He graduated from college with a doctorate in naturopathy and is a Board-certified Alternative Medical Practitioner (AMP), Certified Elite Essential Oil Specialist (CEEOS), Certified Clinical Master Aromatherapist (CCMA), and Certified Professional Coach (CPC). His evidence-based approach to natural healing and experience conducting medical research make him one of the world’s leading experts on the therapeutic application of essential oils.
He is the bestselling author of more than twenty evidence-based books that have helped thousands of people realize greater wellness naturally. He is the creator of the Waterfall Technique. Dr. Johnson pioneered evidence-based essential oil therapy, which combines the art of ancient healing with modern science to maximize the benefits of essential oils. One of his research focuses is the safety of essential oils, and he has published internationally on the subject.
He is an acclaimed international speaker and has delivered keynote presentations across North America, Europe, Australia, Africa, and Asia. Dr. Johnson draws on his wealth of experience and diverse educational background as he travels the globe to share the secrets of natural healing with those who seek greater wellness.
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November 4, 2025
What Big Pharma Doesn’t Want You to Know About Essential Oils is a compelling, informative guide that bridges science and practical wellness. Dr. Scott A. Johnson provides a clear and well researched perspective on how essential oils can influence the body’s pathways and mechanisms, often paralleling pharmaceutical interventions without the harsh side effects.
The book covers a wide range of health applications, including reducing inflammation, managing cholesterol, balancing mood, promoting restful sleep, and lowering blood pressure, all backed by scientific explanation. Johnson’s approach empowers readers to make informed decisions about natural alternatives, offering evidence based strategies while remaining accessible to both beginners and more informed audiences.
At 130 pages, the book is concise yet informative, presenting actionable insights in a reader-friendly format. What Big Pharma Doesn’t Want You to Know About Essential Oils is a valuable resource for anyone interested in integrative health, natural remedies, and understanding how essential oils can complement conventional medicine.
The book covers a wide range of health applications, including reducing inflammation, managing cholesterol, balancing mood, promoting restful sleep, and lowering blood pressure, all backed by scientific explanation. Johnson’s approach empowers readers to make informed decisions about natural alternatives, offering evidence based strategies while remaining accessible to both beginners and more informed audiences.
At 130 pages, the book is concise yet informative, presenting actionable insights in a reader-friendly format. What Big Pharma Doesn’t Want You to Know About Essential Oils is a valuable resource for anyone interested in integrative health, natural remedies, and understanding how essential oils can complement conventional medicine.
October 29, 2025
Quick read and easy to use reference
Dr. Johnson is extremely knowledgeable and has kept this book easy to digest. He still references the studies that back up his claims while making sure the reader doesn’t need a medical degree to understand.
Dr. Johnson is extremely knowledgeable and has kept this book easy to digest. He still references the studies that back up his claims while making sure the reader doesn’t need a medical degree to understand.
January 8, 2018
Love this book!
I love this book so much that I'm going buying it! I read it with Kindle unlimited but it has such great info that I can't ever lose it so a hard copy is on order!
I love this book so much that I'm going buying it! I read it with Kindle unlimited but it has such great info that I can't ever lose it so a hard copy is on order!
February 26, 2017
Great Information
Dr. Johnson did a great job with the information about essential oils. Biggest plus is that he isn't pushing a brand.
Dr. Johnson did a great job with the information about essential oils. Biggest plus is that he isn't pushing a brand.
August 19, 2016
Very useful and enlightening
Excellent book with valuable information. The first part details some of the actions taken by the Big Pharmaceutical companies and FDA that are against your best health, but very good for their pocketbooks. The second half is very well organized and clear with a comparison between the drugs commonly prescribed, over the counter drugs with side effects included vs essential oils that perform similarly and their methods of application. Kudos to the author.
Excellent book with valuable information. The first part details some of the actions taken by the Big Pharmaceutical companies and FDA that are against your best health, but very good for their pocketbooks. The second half is very well organized and clear with a comparison between the drugs commonly prescribed, over the counter drugs with side effects included vs essential oils that perform similarly and their methods of application. Kudos to the author.
December 30, 2016
Good tips to get started
A great starter reference book to begin using essential oils for basic medical issues and to support a healthy body.
A great starter reference book to begin using essential oils for basic medical issues and to support a healthy body.
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