Produktbild: Medical Herbalism

Medical Herbalism The Science and Practice of Herbal Medicine

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Beschreibung

Produktdetails

Einband

Gebundene Ausgabe

Erscheinungsdatum

24.10.2003

Abbildungen

487 b&w illustrations

Verlag

Simon & Schuster Uk

Seitenzahl

672

Maße (L/B/H)

27,7/22/4,6 cm

Gewicht

1701 g

Sprache

Englisch

ISBN

978-0-89281-749-8

Beschreibung

Produktdetails

Einband

Gebundene Ausgabe

Erscheinungsdatum

24.10.2003

Abbildungen

487 b&w illustrations

Verlag

Simon & Schuster Uk

Seitenzahl

672

Maße (L/B/H)

27,7/22/4,6 cm

Gewicht

1701 g

Sprache

Englisch

ISBN

978-0-89281-749-8

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Libri GmbH
Europaallee 1
36244 Bad Hersfeld
DE

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  • Introduction

    Part One: Introduction to Principles and Practices

    1--Herbs, Holism, and Science
    Science and Phytotherapy
    Pharmacognosy and Ways to Assess Herb Quality
    The Conservation of Medicinal Plants

    2--Classification of Medicinal Plants
    The Linnaean System of Classification
    Derivation of Botanical Names

    3--An Introduction to Phytochemistry
    Primary and Secondary Plant Metabolites
    Commonly Used Terms and Concepts

    4--Carbohydrates
    Monosaccharides
    Polysaccharides
    Glycoproteins
    Glycosides
    Gums and Mucilages

    5--Lipids
    Fatty Acids
    Lipids Containing Glycerol

    6--Terpenes
    Monoterpenes
    Iridoids
    Sesquiterpenes
    Sesquiterpene Lactones
    Diterpenoids
    Saponins
    Triterpenoid Saponins
    Cardenolides and Bufadienolides
    Phytosterols
    Nortriterpenoids
    Plant Exudates
    Resins
    Oleoresins
    Balsams
    Gum Resins

    7--Polyphenols
    Simple Phenols and Phenolic Acids
    Phenylpropanoids and Cinnamic Acids
    Coumarins
    Quinones
    Xanthones
    Stilbenoids
    Flavonoids
    Flavones and Flavonols
    Isoflavonoids
    Flavanones
    Dihydrochalcones
    Biflavonoids
    Lignans and Neolignans
    Tannins

    8--Alkaloids
    Pyrrolidine and Piperidine Alkaloids
    Tropane Alkaloids
    Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids
    Purine Alkaloids
    Isoquinoline Alkaloids
    Indole Alkaloids
    Ergot Alkaloids
    Carboline Alkaloids
    Quinoline Alkaloids
    Quinolizidine Alkaloids
    Diterpenoid Alkaloids
    Steroid Alkaloids
    Miscellaneous Alkaloids

    9--Pharmacology
    Pharmacodynamics
    Phytoestrogens
    Pharmacokinetics
    Immunomodulators
    Inflammation and Anti-Inflammatory Agents
    Cancer and Plant Constituents
    Antiviral Agents
    Antioxidants and Free Radical Scavengers
    Cardiac Glycosides
    Nonsteroidal Cardioactive Plant Constituents
    Cholesterol and Lipid-Lowering Activity
    Hypertension and Hypotensive Agents
    Platelet Function and Cardiovascular
    Herbs and the Liver
    Hypoglycemic Agents

    10--Toxicity, Contraindications, and Safety
    Evaluating Causality in Adverse Events
    Toxicology
    Oxalic Acid
    Terpenes
    Glycosides
    Polyphenolics
    Alkaloids
    Polypeptides
    Lectins
    Photosensitivity

    11--The Formulation and Preparation of Herbal Medicines
    Herbal Medicines
    Infusions
    Decoctions
    Tinctures (Tincturae)
    Fluid Extracts (Fluid Extracta)
    Syrups, Elixirs, and Emulsions (Emulsiones)
    Juices (Succi), Linctuses (Lincti), Mucilages and Oxymels
    Waters (Aqua)
    Capsules, Pills, and Tablets
    Lozenges (Trochisci) and Pastilles (Pastilli)
    Baths (Balneotherapy)
    Douches and Enemas
    Ointments and Suppositories
    Liniments
    Gargles (Gargarisma) and Mouthwashes
    Inhalants (Vapors) and Spray Solutions (Nebulae)
    Oils
    Compresses and Poultices
    Incompatibility

    Part Two: Treatment Approaches by Body System

    12--A Model of Holistic Herbal Medicine
    Phytotherapeutic Selection Criteria
    Dosage and Formulation Criteria
    Outline of Treatment Chapters

    13--The Digestive System
    Flatulence
    Constipation
    Laxatives
    Diarrhea
    Aphthous Ulcers
    Periodontal Disease
    Esophagitis and Gastroesophageal Reflux
    Gastritis
    Peptic Ulcers
    Hiatus Hernia
    Functional Dyspepsia or “Indigestion”
    Irritable Bowel Syndrome
    Inflammatory Bowel Disease
    Ulcerative Colitis
    Diverticulitis
    Jaundice
    Chronic Hepatitis
    Viral Hepatitis
    Cirrhosis
    Cholecystitis
    Cholelithiasis
    Hemorrhoids

    14--The Cardiovascular System
    Tonics for the Cardiovascular System
    Cholesterol
    Hypertension
    Arteriosclerosis
    Congestive Heart Failure
    Angina Pectoris
    Peripheral Arterial Occlusive Disease
    Varicose Veins

    15--The Respiratory System
    Coughs
    Acute Bronchitis
    Chronic Bronchitis
    Pertussis
    Asthma
    Emphysema
    The Common Cold
    Influenza
    Hay Fever
    Sinusitis
    Laryngitis
    Tonsillitis

    16--The Nervous System
    Managing Stress: An Overview
    Depression
    Insomnia
    Withdrawal from Benzodiazepines
    Anorexia Nervosa
    Headache
    Migraine
    Neuritis
    Tinnitus
    Motion Sickness
    Shingles

    17--The Urinary System
    Frequency
    Dysuria
    Hematuria
    Edema
    Cystitis
    Urinary Calculus

    18--The Reproductive System
    Emmenagogues
    Amenorrhea
    Dysmenorrhea
    Premenstrual Syndrome
    Menopause
    Pregnancy
    Herbs to Avoid During Pregnancy
    Uterine Fibroids
    Endometriosis
    Fibrocystic Breast Disease
    Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy

    19--The Musculoskeletal System
    External Applications for Musculoskeletal Problems
    Myalgia
    Osteoarthritis
    Rheumatoid Arthritis
    Osteoporosis
    Gout
    Bursitis and Tendinitis
    Restless Leg Syndrome

    20--The Skin
    Herbs for Topical Application
    Eczema and Dermatitis
    Psoriasis
    Acne

    21--The Immune System
    General Support Protocols
    Detoxification
    Postoperative Recovery
    General Guidelines for Treating Infection
    Vaginitis
    Prostatitis
    Boils
    Fungal Skin Infection
    Cancer

    22--The Endocrine System
    Hypothyroidism
    Hyperthyroidism
    Diabetes Mellitus
    The Adrenal Glands

    23--Phytotherapy and the Elderly
    Toning and Nurturing Health in Elders
    Prevention and Treatment of Disease in Elders

    24--Phytotherapy and Children
    Measles
    Mumps
    Colic
    Constipation
    Diarrhea
    Indigestion
    Nausea
    Otitis Media
    Attention Deficit Disorder
    Diaper Rash
    Cradle Cap
    Impetigo

    25--Herbal Actions
    Adaptogen
    Alterative
    Anticatarrhal
    Anti-Inflammatory
    Antimicrobial
    Antirheumatic
    Antispasmodic
    Astringent
    Bitter
    Cardiac Remedies
    Carminative
    Cholagogue
    Demulcent
    Diuretic
    Emmenagogue
    Expectorant
    Hepatic
    Hypnotic
    Hypotensive
    Nervine
    Stimulant

    26--Materia Medica
    Appendices
    1--Glossary
    2--Selected Examples of Binomial Meanings
    3--Herbs by Latin and Common Names
    4--Pharmacy Terms
    5--Weight and Measure Conversion
    6--Herbal Information Sources
    7--Taxonomy Hierarchy

    Bibliography
    Index