Elizabeth A Dauncey Libri

Of the nearly 400,000 plants on Earth, about seven percent have been utilized in traditional herbal medicine or local remedies. Recent scientific studies have highlighted the potential of plants as sources of vital medicines, often through isolated compounds. This richly illustrated book delves into these essential compounds and their plant origins, organized by body system. It discusses the plants and compounds used for various conditions, including heart and circulatory issues, fatigue, dementia, nausea, respiratory infections, arthritis, eye conditions, reproductive problems, and cancer types. The book examines the mechanisms of action for these plants and explains how certain chemical compounds aid in their survival. Essential for herbalists, botanists, and those interested in natural remedies and drug discovery, this resource is crucial for understanding the workings of medicinal plants. It provides an authoritative natural history of significant medicinal plants, features hundreds of color photos and illustrations, and explores the roles of plants in traditional medicine systems worldwide. Specific body systems and the phytochemical compounds used to treat systemic conditions, from heart ailments to reproductive issues, are thoroughly addressed.