The Way of Herbs: Fully Updated with the Latest Developments

ISBN: 0671023276

Author: Tierra, Michael

Condition: new

Fully updated with the latest developments in herbal science, this practical and useful guide offers comprehensive descriptions of herbal treatments for a number of modern ailments, and reveals how to gain and maintain health through a holistic approach.The Way of Herbs is an essential manual for gaining and maintaining good health through a holistic approach, a natural path to well-being, and is the one book that should be in everyones library (William McGarey, MD).This comprehensive and approachable guide includes:-The three functions of herbs-Eight traditional methods of herbal therapy-The benefits of a balanced diet-Herbal treatments for cancer, herpes, acne, arthritis, back pain, weight problems, colds, and flu-Detailed descriptions, use, and dosage for more than 140 Western herbs and 31 important Chinese herbs-How to purchase, grow, and store herbs-A new, extensive directory of herbal health-care storesThe Way of Herbs is a must-read for anyone interested in herbal medicine, be they a dedicated naturopathic practitioner or simply in search of more environmentally and economically friendly alternative remedies.