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Mosby's Handbook of Herbs & Natural Supplements

Author : Linda Skidmore-Roth

Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences

Page : 764 pages

File Size : 46,96 MB

Release : 2009-08-24

Category : Medical

ISBN : 0323066496

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Access the most reliable information on herbs and alternative medicines from trusted author, Linda Skidmore-Roth, in Mosby's Handbook of Herbs and Natural Supplements! Reviewed by nurses and herbalists alike, this authoritative resource presents herb and supplement profiles in a convenient, A-Z format for fast reference. This edition's updated, streamlined design helps you find information quickly, and a new systematic pregnancy and breastfeeding classification offers the latest guidelines for this special client population. - Detailed monographs for 300 commonly used herbal products and natural supplements include vital information on the products you'll encounter with your clients. - Updated references and information from new studies make this a reliable source for herbal content. - Alert icons warn you of potentially dangerous reactions that could threaten your clients' health. - Popular Herb, Pregnancy, and Pediatric icons help you find relevant content quickly for common herbs and herbs for special populations. - Quick-reference format presents consistent monographs for each herb and makes it easy to find the information you need. - Herbal Resource appendix, Drug/Herb Interaction appendix, Pediatric Herbal Use appendix, and a list of abbreviations provide essential resources and expanded herbal material in one convenient spot. - A comprehensive index of herbal terms allows you to look up an herb by its common or scientific name, as well as by condition. - A pregnancy classification system from the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration allows you to analyze herbs individually and provides a consistent formula to decide which herbs should be used. - Updated content throughout includes the latest uses, actions, dosages, contraindications, side effects/adverse reactions, interactions, pharmacology, alerts, and references. - Pediatric Herbal Use appendix covers uses, guidelines, and expanded pediatric and adolescent information for 32 herbs. - Drug/Herb Interaction appendix lists known drug and herb interactions for herbs included in the handbook to ensure client safety.



Handbook of Herbs and Spices

Author : K. V. Peter

Publisher : Elsevier

Page : 634 pages

File Size : 30,99 MB

Release : 2012-08-13

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 0857095676

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Herbs and spices are among the most versatile ingredients in food processing, and alongside their sustained popularity as flavourants and colourants they are increasingly being used for their natural preservative and potential health-promoting properties. An authoritative new edition in two volumes, Handbook of herbs and spices provides a comprehensive guide to the properties, production and application of a wide variety of commercially-significant herbs and spices.Volume 1 begins with an introduction to herbs and spices, discussing their definition, trade and applications. Both the quality specifications for herbs and spices and the quality indices for spice essential oils are reviewed in detail, before the book goes on to look in depth at individual herbs and spices, ranging from basil to vanilla. Each chapter provides detailed coverage of a single herb or spice and begins by considering origins, chemical composition and classification. The cultivation, production and processing of the specific herb or spice is then discussed in detail, followed by analysis of the main uses, functional properties and toxicity.With its distinguished editor and international team of expert contributors, the two volumes of the new edition of Handbook of herbs and spices are an essential reference for manufacturers using herbs and spices in their products. They also provide valuable information for nutritionists and academic researchers. - Provides a comprehensive guide to the properties, production and application of a wide variety of commercially-significant herbs and spices - Begins with a discussion of the definition, trade and applications of herbs and spices - Reviews the quality specifications for herbs and spices and examines the quality indices for spice essential oils



The Herb Book

Author : John Lust

Publisher : Courier Corporation

Page : 642 pages

File Size : 20,20 MB

Release : 2014-07-16

Category : Nature

ISBN : 0486781445

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Also known as "The Natural Remedy Bible," The Herb Book provides a comprehensive resource for building a livelier, healthier, happier life. More than 2,000 listings offer remedies for ragged nerves, nightmares, and coughing fits as well as suggestions for adding spice to recipes, coloring fabrics, freshening breath, and a host of other benefits. Complete and concise descriptions of herbs, illustrated by more than 275 line drawings, offer the most comprehensive catalog of "miracle plants" ever published. Written by an expert and pioneer in the field, this easy-to-use reference features three parts. The first presents introductory historical information and background for using the rest of the book. The second part features individual numbered listings of medicinal plants with their botanical descriptions and uses. The third part emphasizes the variety of uses for the plants listed in Part 2, including mixtures for medicinal treatments, nutritious and culinary plants, cosmetic and aromatic purposes, plant dyes, and other applications. The book concludes with a captivating look at plant-related astrology, lore, and legends. Dover (2014) republication of the edition originally published by Benedict Lust Publications, New York, 1974. See every Dover book in print at www.doverpublications.com



The Complete Illustrated Book of Herbs

Author : Editors at Reader's Digest

Publisher : Simon and Schuster

Page : 939 pages

File Size : 27,5 MB

Release : 2016-04-12

Category : Gardening

ISBN : 1621453154

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This beautifully illustrated, complete guide to herbs unlocks the secrets of these wonder plants—from planting and harvesting to cooking and storing—including their health benefits. Now you can discover the joy and pleasure of growing your own herbs—for spicing up meals, creating crafts, treating ailments, and more. In this comprehensive and beautifully illustrated herbal guide you’ll find information on their history, cultivation, propagation, and harvesting, along with a wealth of great ideas for using herbs everyday in a variety of ways. This guide unravels the mysteries of these versatile plants, with savvy tips and simple formulas for maximizing their powers. Did you know? · Mint can repel ants, flies, mice, and moths · Garlic can seriously lower cholesterol · Chives, fennel, tarragon, thyme, oregano, and winter savory are perennials · Rosemary was used in the Middle Ages for its tranquilizing effects, and it is still a digestion aid Known for alleviating common ailments, herbs are an ancient natural wonder—herbs are hotter than ever. Extremely informative and fascinating, this book will help you find which herb can treat various complaints. Throughout the guide are instructions for bursting-with-flavor recipes, health-care products, decorative craft ideas, insect repellents, cosmetics, cleaning agents, and much more.



Handbook of Herbs and Spices

Author : K. V. Peter

Publisher : Elsevier

Page : 375 pages

File Size : 29,21 MB

Release : 2004-03-23

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 185573835X

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Together with its companion volume, Handbook of herbs and spices: Volume 2 provides a comprehensive and authoritative coverage of key herbs and spices. Chapters on individual plants cover such issues as description and classification, production, chemical structure and properties, potential health benefits, uses in food processing and quality issues. - Authoritative coverage of more than 50 major herbs and spices - Provides detailed information on chemical structure, cultivation and definition - Incorporates safety issues, production, main uses, health issues and regulations



Handbook of Herbs and Spices

Author : K. V. Peter

Publisher : Woodhead Publishing

Page : 566 pages

File Size : 49,82 MB

Release : 2006-08-25

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 1845691717

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Woodhead Publishing in Food Science, Technology and Nutrition'... a good reference book for food processors and packers of herbs and spices.'Food Technology (of Volume 1)'... a standard reference for manufacturers who use herbs and spices in their products.'Food Trade Review (of Volume 2)The final volume of this three-volume sequence completes the coverage of the main herbs and spices used in food processing. The first part of the book reviews ways of improving the safety of herbs and spices. There are chapters on detecting and controlling mycotoxin contamination, controlling pesticide and other residues, the use of irradiation and other techniques to decontaminate herbs and spices, packaging and storage, QA and HACCP systems. Part two reviews the potential health benefits of herbs and spices with chapters discussing their role in preventing chronic diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular disease and promoting gut health. The final part of the book comprises chapters on twenty individual herbs and spices, covering such topics as chemical composition, cultivation and quality issues, processing, functional benefits and uses in food. Herbs and spices reviewed range from asafoetida, capers and carambola to perilla, potato onion and spearmint.The final volume will consolidate the reputation of this three-volume series, providing a standard reference for R&D and QA staff using herbs and spices in their food products. - The final volume of this three-volume sequence completes the coverage of the main herbs and spices used in food processing - Incorporates safety issues, production, main uses and regulations - Reviews the potential health benefits of herbs and spices



The Complete Book of Herbs and Spices

Author : Sarah Garland

Publisher : White Lion Publishing

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 18,8 MB

Release : 2004

Category : Cookery (Herbs)

ISBN : 9780711223745

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A beautifully illustrated and researched exploration of herbs and spices: their history, cultivation and uses, both familiar and forgotten. The comprehensive modern herbal lists nearly 300 plants and is complemented by delicate botanical watercolours. Instructions on growing and harvesting herbs, whether in a garden or a window box, are supplemented with practical applications: herbs in cooking, natural cosmetics, herbal remedies and other household uses - dyes, soaps, potpourris and pomanders. The book is illustrated throughout with more than 300 specially commissioned color photographs and step-by-step diagrams. Sarah Garland's original approach and familiarity with the plants she describes make this a book to be used, enjoyed and treasured.





The Complete Book of Herbs

Author : Bremness, Lesley

Publisher :

Page : 272 pages

File Size : 21,2 MB

Release : 1989

Category : Cookery (Herbs)

ISBN : 9780888505521

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A Handbook of Chinese Healing Herbs

Author : Daniel P. Reid

Publisher : Shambhala Publications

Page : 337 pages

File Size : 29,52 MB

Release : 1995-08-01

Category : Health & Fitness

ISBN : 1570620938

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Traditional Chinese medicine is perhaps the oldest system of health care in the world—and one of the safest and most effective. This first easy-to-use pocket guide provides everything readers need to know to explore Chinese herbal medicine for themselves. The book includes: • A brief overview of the basic terms and concepts of traditional Chinese medicine. • Simple instructions on how to prepare herbal formulas at home. • An illustrated guide to 108 of the most widely used Chinese herbs, with descriptions, therapeutic effects, preparation methods, and dosages. • A guide to dozens of readily available prepared herbal formulas for common ailments. • An index of symptoms and ailments. • Listings of mail-order houses for herbs, herbal formulas, and other supplies. • Suggestions for further reading.