Complete Guide to Chinese Herbal Medicine

by David Molony

More and more people are choosing herbal healing methods as a supplement or alternative to traditional medical care. This book traces the history of the oldest and most comprehensive form of internal medicine and offers information on more than 170 herbs and herb combinations. Readers will learn how to treat common aliments with Chinese herbs and how to use herbs to achieve an overall balanced state of health and well-being. Included are: • the basic theories and ideas behind Chinese herbal medicine • Chinese herbal formulas for general disorders and chronic conditions • an alphabetized list of illnesses that can be treated with Chinese herbs • a glossary of common terms • and a list of reputable herb suppliers.

292 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published March 1, 1998