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A foundational textbook on the scientific principles of therapeutic herbalism and their application in medicine

* A complete handbook for the medical practitioner.

* Includes the most up-to-date information on preparations, dosage, and contraindications.

* By the author of The Complete Illustrated Holistic Herbal.

Medical Herbalism contains comprehensive information concerning the identification and use of medicinal plants by chemical structure and physiological effect, the art and science of making herbal medicine, the limitations and potential of viewing herbs chemically, and the challenge to current research paradigms posed by complex plant medicines. It also includes information on toxicology and contraindications, the issues involved in determining dosage and formulation types for an individual, guides to the different measurement systems and conversion tables, and the pros and cons of both industrial and traditional techniques.

With additional sections devoted to the principles of green medicine, the history of Western Herbalism, the variety of other medical modalities using medicinal plants, an extensive resource directory, and a discussion of treatments organized by body system, Medical Herbalism is the comprehensive textbook all students and practitioners of clinical herbalism need to develop their healing practices..
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This book presents a complete system of magic using herbs. You will learn the theory of magic and the tools you'll need. Then you'll get countless techniques for using herbs for magic. Need a protection method? "Pick several protective herbs and bind the stems together with red thread, then hang them up. This practice dates back to Babylonian times." You'll find a list of over 115 herbs that details their magical powers. All of the techniques, rituals, spells, talismans, healing methods, and charms are this easy. You'll also find how to make and use incenses, scented oils, perfumes, fluid condensers, and so much more..
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Outstanding in its completeness, The Master Book of Herbalism fulfills a need that has long been felt by students of the magickal arts. In his sincere and gentle manner, Paul brings over 15 years experience as he writes about:

• the medicinal use of herbs, including illustrations of plants easily found in the wild
• history and religious lore - specific background information on individual herbs
• herb gathering and storage - the magickal way
• the herbalist as a magickal practitioner
• incenses, oils, amulets, elixirs, balms and fluid condensers
• detailed information on how to create them
• herbs and their relationship with gemstones, etc.
• herbal links with astrology and the tarot
• rituals - the use of herbs in seasonal festivals, initiations, handfastings, purifications, etc..
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Illustrated throughout in full color, this indispensable reference work is a complete A-to-Z compendium of aromatics, with extensive information about the origins, properties, uses, and actions of 165 extensive herbs and essential oils. Over 600 photos & illustrations..
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Well-respected herbalist David Hoffmann's comprehensive and practical guide to herbal medicine * Discusses the history and modern practice of herbalism, including * Chinese, Native American, and Welsh influences. * Includes a practical reference section listing the effects of * various herbs, with prescriptions on how to use them for a wide * range of illnesses. * Covers the fundamentals of growing, drying, storing, and cooking with herbs. * Over 45,000 copies of previous edition sold.

This compendium of medical herbalism by one of the most eminent herbalists practicing today is both comprehensive and practical. Answering basic as well as complicated questions about herbal medicine, it provides both the novice and the experienced practitioner with a reliable framework in which to develop their herbal skills.

A discussion of the history and modern practice of herbalism, encompassing the influences of Welsh, Chinese, and Native American herbal medicine is followed by a practical reference section that lists the various actions herbs have on the body (carminative, anti-inflammatory, etc.), with examples of herbs and their mode of activity in each category. Herbal prescriptions for various illnesses are also organized under the main systems of the body so that information can be quickly and easily referenced. A final section covers the fundamentals of growing, drying storing and cooking with herbs, as well as the making of infusions, decoctions, oils, and ointments. The author also provides helpful introducitons to aromatherapy and plant medicines..
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Vitalism, the recognition that the physical body is animated by a vital life force, is the foundation of most natural healing therapies The forefathers of alternative medicine discovered methods of healing the body by stimulating this life force. In Vitalism: The History of Herbalism, Homeopathy, and Flower Essences, Matthew Wood describes the theories, lives, and work of nine great physicians who laid the groundwork for natural medicine..
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