"In this work on the discovery and therapeutic use of the china root in the treatment of syphilis, Vesalius described the first attempt to formulate methods of identification of an exotic drug. He also offered physicians an opportunity to determine whether or not a drug coming i…
"In this work on the discovery and therapeutic use of the china root in the treatment of syphilis, Vesalius described the first attempt to formulate methods of identification of an exotic drug. He also offered physicians an opportunity to determine whether or not a drug coming i…
Here is a detailed explanation and classification of herbs, using the ancient system of Ayurveda. More than 270 herbs are listed, with 108 herbs explained in detail. Included are many of the most commonly used westernherbs with a profound Ayurvedic perspective. Important Chinese…
"Ethnopharmacology is one of the world's fastest-growing scientific disciplines encompassing a diverse range of subjects. It links natural sciences research on medicinal, aromatic and toxic plants with socio-cultural studies and has often been associated with the development of …
Accompanied by more than 350 color images, an indispensable resource shows readers how, by using a selection of medicinal plants, they can create natural remedies for every occasion to boost their and their family's health. --Publisher's description.
"Plant-based medicines offer many healing possibilities for the body, mind, and spirit. In this holistic guide, naturopath J.J. Pursell provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to medicinal plants, explaining how they work and how to use them safely. Incorporating t…
"Plant-based medicines offer many healing possibilities for the body, mind, and spirit. In this holistic guide, naturopath J.J. Pursell provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to medicinal plants, explaining how they work and how to use them safely. Incorporating t…
Providing a comprehensive study of the Ancient Babylonian healing goddess, this book employs a range of Sumero-Akkadian cuneiform sources. The resulting volume challenges many long-held assumptions concerning the specialized medical literature and addresses the nature of healing…