Herbs That Work: A Consumer's Guide to the Scientific Evidence

By David G. Armstrong and david-armstrong

Book Overview

Americans are using more herbs and for a wider variety of conditions than ever before. Do these herbs provide the benefits their manufacturers claim? Herbs That Work is the first book to offer straightforward, reliable answers. Facts provided in Herbs That Work are grounded in documented scientific research by Germany's pioneering Commission E, comprised of leading academics, physicians, pharmacists, and scientists. This group conducted the first comprehensive study of herbal medicine ever.For the first time, Commission E's findings will be available outside Germany in concise, clear, nontechnical English, cross- referenced with the latest American research. Herbs That Work informs consumers about effective remedies and how to avoid ineffective and unsafe herbal products.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1569752117
• ISBN13: 9781569752111
• Release Date: February 2001
• Publisher: Ulysses Press
• Length: 250 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"