Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy
Modern Herbal Medicine
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This book provides a detailed, practical and, where possible, research-based rationale for the use of herbal treatments in a wide variety of clinical conditions and problems. Through the filter of current scientific literature, the authors have reevaluated traditional use of herbal remedies and present realistic guidelines for modern practice. A uniquely authoritative guide to applying herbal medicines as serious options for the treatment of some of the most troublesome conditions seen today.
Table of ContentsKey Features
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In particular, this book gives:
* A clear description of the principles and foundations for the practice of phytotherapy
* In-depth and detailed profiles of over 45 herbs, reviewing pharmacology, research, and traditional use
* Therapeutics for actual disease states, supported by case histories
*Coverage of challenging issues such as dosage, safety, and drug-herb interactions
Author Information
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By Simon Mills, MCPP, FNIMH, MA, Director, Centre for Complementary Health Studies, University of Exeter, Exeter, UK; Chairman, British Herbal Medicine Association; Secretary, European Scientific Cooperative On Phytotherapy (ESCOP); and Kerry Bone, MCPP, FNHAA, FNIMH, DipPhyto, Bsc(Hons), Head of Research and Development, MediHerb (Pty) Ltd, Warwick, Queensland, Principal, Australian College of Phytotherapy, Australia. Forewords by: Desmond Corrigan, FRSI, FLS, PhD, MA, Bsc (PharmD), Senior Lecturer in Pharmacognosy; Director, School of Pharmacy, Trinity College, Dublin; Irish Association of Phytotheraphy, Dublin, Eire; James A. Duke, Ethnobotanist, Maryland; Formerly United States Department of Agriculture; Jonathan V. Wright, MD, Medical Director, Tahoma Clinic, Kent, WA
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- Hardcover
- Reference
- 648 Pages
- Trim Size: 7 1/2 X 9 3/4 in
- Imprint: Churchill Livingstone
- ISBN: 978-0-443-06016-8
- Next Edition ISBN:
978-0-443-06992-5 - Copyright: 2000
