Herbs of Choice: The Therapeutic Use of PhytomedicinalsThis text considers the pharmacology, therapeutics and toxicology of herbs and their products. The safety and efficacy of more than 100 different herbs are discussed. It aims to clear a pathway through the minefield of hyperbole and hoax so often associated with herbal medicine in the US. |
Contents
The Herbal Regulatory Dilemma | 17 |
Contents and Use of the Subsequent Chapters | 33 |
Digestive System Problems | 39 |
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