Hoffmann, David

Medical Herbalism: Principles and Practices

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ISBN 13:
9780892817498
author:
Hoffmann, David
format:
HardBack
publisher:
Healing Arts Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2003
Pages:
672
Dimensions:
21.59 x 4.06 x 27.94 centimetres
Genre:
Science, Medicine, Holistic Medicine,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£36.00

Description

Medical Herbalism: The Science and Practice of Herbal Medicine by David Hoffmann is a comprehensive textbook that explores the scientific principles of therapeutic herbalism and their application in medicine. This authoritative guide covers the identification and use of medicinal plants, the art and science of making herbal medicine, and the limitations and potential of viewing herbs chemically.

With detailed information on preparations, dosage, and contraindications, this book is an essential resource for medical practitioners and students of clinical herbalism. It also delves into toxicology and contraindications, guides to measurement systems and conversion tables, and the pros and cons of industrial and traditional techniques.

Additional sections cover the principles of green medicine, the history of Western Herbalism, and a range of other medical modalities using medicinal plants. This extensive resource directory and discussion of treatments organized by body system make Medical Herbalism an invaluable tool for anyone looking to develop their healing practices.

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