A Safe and Practical Guide to Making and Using HErbal Remedies

Holistic Herbal (Natural Ways To Health)

DAVID HOFFMANN

Time-Life-Books

1997, hardcover edition (of a work first published in 1990), Barnes &amp; Noble, NY. 136 pages. Nicely printed title. Illustrations / figures. Includes info on how herbs work / choosing the right herb / healing possibilities / personal health care with herbs.

The Elements of Herbalism

Religion & Spirituality

Occult & Paranormal

Barnes&Noble

A comprehensive guide to information on western herbal medicine. It contains thorough & valuable information with a unique guide to the use of computer databases for the herbalist. Includes: bibliography of herbalism & herbal pharmacology; glossary of herbal, medical, pharmacological & pharmacy terms; guide to computer databases for the herbalist; & Medline citations for commonly used herbs. Chapters include: information & the herbalist; medicine, information & healing; & sources of phytotherapeutic information.

Information Sourcebook of Herbal Medicine

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Alternative Medicine

Crossing Press

A foundational textbook on the scientific principles of therapeutic herbalism and their application in medicine • A complete handbook for the medical practitioner • Includes the most up-to-date information on preparations, dosage, and contraindications • By the author of The Complete Illustrated Holistic Herbal Medical Herbalism contains comprehensive information concerning the identification and use of medicinal plants by chemical structure and physiological effect, the art and science of making herbal medicine, the limitations and potential of viewing herbs chemically, and the challenge to current research paradigms posed by complex plant medicines. It also includes information on toxicology and contraindications, the issues involved in determining dosage and formulation types for an individual, guides to the different measurement systems and conversion tables, and the pros and cons of both industrial and traditional techniques. With additional sections devoted to the principles of green medicine, the history of Western Herbalism, the variety of other medical modalities using medicinal plants, an extensive resource directory, and a discussion of treatments organized by body system, Medical Herbalism is the comprehensive textbook all students and practitioners of clinical herbalism need to develop their healing practices.

Medical Herbalism: The Science Principles and Practices Of Herbal Medicine

Reference

Healing Arts Press

Well-respected herbalist David Hoffmann's comprehensive and practical guide to herbal medicine. • Discusses the history and modern practice of herbalism, including Chinese, Native American, and Welsh influences. • Includes a practical reference section listing the effects of various herbs, with prescriptions on how to use them for a wide range of illnesses. • Covers the fundamentals of growing, drying, storing, and cooking with herbs. • Over 45,000 copies of previous edition sold. This compendium of medical herbalism by one of the most eminent herbalists practicing today is both comprehensive and practical. Answering basic as well as complicated questions about herbal medicine, it provides both the novice and the experienced practitioner with a reliable framework in which to develop their herbal skills. A discussion of the history and modern practice of herbalism, encompassing the influences of Welsh, Chinese, and Native American herbal medicine is followed by a practical reference section that lists the various actions herbs have on the body (carminative, anti-inflammatory, etc.), with examples of herbs and their mode of activity in each category. Herbal prescriptions for various illnesses are also organized under the main systems of the body so that information can be quickly and easily referenced. A final section covers the fundamentals of growing, drying storing and cooking with herbs, as well as the making of infusions, decoctions, oils, and ointments. The author also provides helpful introductions to aromatherapy and plant medicines.

The Herbal Handbook: A User's Guide to Medical Herbalism

This book is the essential reference for anyone interested in growing, gathering, preparing, using and taking herbs for improving and maintaining health.

Holistic Herbal [Paperback]

HarperCollins, Publishers

From a clinician with 22 years experience and a fellow of Britainís National Institute of Medical Herbalists, come four new guides to total herbal health. Each volume is a thorough exploration and study of the uses of herbs as preventatives and treatment.

Healthy Digestion: A Natural Approach to Relieving Indigestion, Gas, Heartburn, Constipation, Colitis & More

Storey Publishing, LLC.

Natural Home Remedies

Parragon Book Services

Welsh Herbal Medicine

Abercastle Publications

Das lebenslange Lernen auf Grundlage der Lissabon-Strategie in Verbindung mit dem deutschen Qualifikationsrahmen (German Edition)

Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

GRIN Verlag

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