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This book gives an overview of Dr. Duke's career collecting, categorizing & amassing an herbal database over the 30 years with the Department of Health/ & other entities. The database's address is clearly given & you can go there for more intensive information on any herb that you can think of from North & South American in particular. Dr. Duke's book then goes on to explain about many herbs that can help various ailments which are alphabetized in the book. The herbs listed are listed by how they work to heal that particular ailment or affliction. From herbs that help aging to herbs that help heal wounds, warts & viruses. The herbs & spices listed go from completely eradicating the ailment to those that have certain chemicals that can help heal the ailment. He also includes recipes that he has established over the years that work for him & his friends. Dr. Duke has been on many panels & committees for the government & also has appeared with most of the healers of today, including Dr. Weil et al. Its a fascinating book & I now have 4 in circulation at my work along with keeping my own well thumbed source book for answering herbal questions for over 10 years of my own 28 year old business in herbal supplements. Easy to read, excellent information & if you don't mind using snail mail, you can still write to Dr. Duke for help in finding stuff that you might not have seen in the book. Dr. Duke has several other books out dealing with other ailments & specifics like aging & growing older. Its a good read & a keeper in my library. admin3piiRead full review
Great book to keep on hand for referencing herbs and spices, for their health benefits- many of which are already in our kitchen's pantry. Author is knowledgeable in herbal pharmacopeia, so we can trust the information he imparts. This copy was purchased for my daughter and son-in-law- as they are interested in NATURAL PREVENTIVE CARE, when possible- just as I am. I love my copy and refer to it often.
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James Duke, a author that other authors reference. Why bother to read other authors views when when you can get info about herbalism from the source. Sturdy bookand binding.
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If you are looking for a comprehensive herbal reference book, this is it. The author speaks from his own experience and results he has personally seen. The information is comprehensive and delivered in a very readable manner. Each physical condition is discussed, followed by practical advice and relevant herbal remedies involving everything from common food items to unusual Amazonian herbs. This book comes as a change from the usual Herb and it's uses format. I did find that he left out a few known remedies such as nasturtium as an antibiotic and yarrow for pain. I highly recommend The Green Pharmacy for anyone interested in starting out with herbal remedies or extending your own knowledge base. Regardless of your level of knowledge, you are bound to learn something new.
Good sensible information. From a person who knows and enjoys sharing his knowledge, research and experiences for us to benefit from. He says if it is safe to use certain plant sources, what interactions there may be, what to watch for, and when it is wisest to purchase it from a source that has the dosage right.
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