The ABC Clinical Guide to Herbs - Hardcover

'Eminently suitable for the general practitioner. . .offers accurate information and a vital background in herb safety, standardization, regulation and lack of regulation, rational phytotherapy, and evidence-based medicine.' --Medicine Weekly'Good explanations of the current regulatory and legal status of herbs in the US. . .the clinical trial summary tables do a good job of providing useful information in a succinct manner. . .the text is useful for information on common herbal products and provides good quality information. This text would serve as a useful addition to a medical library or a practitioner's collection.' --The Annals of Pharmacotherapy'A detailed review of relevant therapeutic and clinical data concerning some of the most frequently used medicinal herbs and other preparations that patients are likely to take. . .urgently needed benchmark that is a must for clinicians, researchers, and laypersons.' --Majors Scientific Book Report'Extensive information on 29 of the most popular herbs. . .well-referenced, comprehensive. . .' --Creations Magazine'The ultimate resource for information about each of the twenty-nine most frequently used herbs. . .a valuable book for the lay person as well as the clinician at a time when alternative medicines are being widely discussed.' --Journal of the Botanical Research Institute of Texas'Easy-to-use format enables rapid searchinf for pertinent information on a specific herb. The tables summarizing research studies are an excellent reference source and provide rapid access to clinical data.' --American College of PhysiciansMeticulous, well organized, definitive, practical are the words that come to mind on reading [this book] . . . There is something in this superb volume for anyone that uses or prescribes botanicals. . . . Promises to serve as the standard on herbs . . . It deserves a place on your bookshelf and in your office. - Integrative Health CareThis book is a worthy addition to the library of any medical practitioner. The content for each herb is complete. [This book] sets an excellent example for prospective texts. --Medical Acupuncture

This well referenced, instructive, and clinically accurate guide provides everything you need to know about the safe and effective use of medicinal herbs. Published by the American Botanical Council (ABC), the book contains comprehensive, scientifically based information on 29 herbs and 13 proprietary herbal products.