Chinese herbal medicines : comparisons and characteristics = 中药比较与中药特性 Chinese herbal medicines : comparisons and characteristics

Students and practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine must learn hundreds of commonly used herbs as the first step in studying Chinese herbal medicine. Additionally, junior practitioners lack the clinical experience required to ensure that they can skilfully select the appropriate herbs to use in the formulas. This presents them with a major challenge. Chinese Herbal Medicines: Comparisons and Characteristics presents a method of learning individual herbs through vivid and clear discussion of their characteristics and through a comparison with other herbs of their characteristics and strengths. This clear and logical approach makes it easy for the user to understand and memorize the functions of specific herbs. It also enables experienced practitioners to improve their therapeutic results through the use of better formulas. Key features of the new edition * Retains the same easy to follow format as the first edition * Presents detailed comparisons and discussions of commonly used Chinese herbs * Provides a series of thought-provoking questions with very detailed answers * Structured to help the reader to learn and memorize the content more easily * The easy-to-use question-andanswer format is convenient to apply in the consulting room * Includes discussion of clinical applications to help with the practical use of the information in clinical setting * Revised and updated with particular emphasis on the safe use of Chinese herbal medicines * New appendices provide information on safe dosages, commonly used herbal combinations and the meanings of Chinese words used in herbal names * Provides a sound foundation for the study and practice of Chinese herbal medicine. Chinese Herbal Medicinse: Comparisons and Characteristics is already wellknown to students and practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine. This new, improved edition will continue to be of value to students and practitioners alike. It is now supported by a new companion volume by the same author entitled Chinese Herbal Formulas: Treatment Principles and Composition Strategies. Together these two books provide a sound foundation for the study and practice of Chinese herbal medicine. * Retains the same easy to follow format as the first edition * Presents detailed comparisons and discussions of commonly used Chinese herbs * Provides a series of thought-provoking questions with very detailed answers * Structured to help the reader to learn and memorize the content more easily * The easy-to-use question-andanswer format is convenient to apply in the consulting room * Includes discussion of clinical applications to help with the practical use of the information in clinical setting * Revised and updated with particular emphasis on the safe use of Chinese herbal medicines * New appendices provide information on safe dosages, commonly used herbal combinations and the meanings of Chinese words used in herbal names * Provides a sound foundation for the study and practice of Chinese herbal medicine.

Students and practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine must learn hundreds of commonly used herbs as the first step in studying Chinese herbal medicine. Additionally, junior practitioners lack the clinical experience required to ensure that they can skilfully select the appropriate herbs to use in the formulas. This presents them with a major challenge.

Chinese Herbal Medicines: Comparisons and Characteristics presents a method of learning individual herbs through vivid and clear discussion of their characteristics and through a comparison with other herbs of their characteristics and strengths. This clear and logical approach makes it easy for the user to understand and memorize the functions of specific herbs. It also enables experienced practitioners to improve their therapeutic results through the use of better formulas.

Key features of the new edition

• Retains the same easy to follow format as the first edition
• Presents detailed comparisons and discussions of commonly used Chinese herbs
• Provides a series of thought-provoking questions with very detailed answers
• Structured to help the reader to learn and memorize the content more easily
• The easy-to-use question-andanswer format is convenient to apply in the consulting room
• Includes discussion of clinical applications to help with the practical use of the information in clinical setting
• Revised and updated with particular emphasis on the safe use of Chinese herbal medicines
• New appendices provide information on safe dosages, commonly used herbal combinations and the meanings of Chinese words used in herbal names
• Provides a sound foundation for the study and practice of Chinese herbal medicine.

Chinese Herbal Medicinse: Comparisons and Characteristics is already wellknown to students and practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine. This new, improved edition will continue to be of value to students and practitioners alike. It is now supported by a new companion volume by the same author entitled Chinese Herbal Formulas: Treatment Principles and Composition Strategies. Together these two books provide a sound foundation for the study and practice of Chinese herbal medicine.

• Retains the same easy to follow format as the first edition
• Presents detailed comparisons and discussions of commonly used Chinese herbs
• Provides a series of thought-provoking questions with very detailed answers
• Structured to help the reader to learn and memorize the content more easily
• The easy-to-use question-andanswer format is convenient to apply in the consulting room
• Includes discussion of clinical applications to help with the practical use of the information in clinical setting
• Revised and updated with particular emphasis on the safe use of Chinese herbal medicines
• New appendices provide information on safe dosages, commonly used herbal

combinations and the meanings of Chinese words used in herbal names

• Provides a sound foundation for the study and practice of Chinese herbal medicine.

Students and practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine must learn hundreds of commonly used herbs as the first step in studying Chinese herbal medicine. Additionally, junior practitioners lack the clinical experience required to ensure that they can skilfully select the appropriate herbs to use in the formulas. This presents them with a major challenge.

Chinese Herbal Medicines: Comparisons and Characteristics presents a method of learning individual herbs through vivid and clear discussion of their characteristics and through a comparison with other herbs of their characteristics and strengths. This clear and logical approach makes it easy for the user to understand and memorize the functions of specific herbs. It also enables experienced practitioners to improve their therapeutic results through the use of better formulas.

Key features of the new edition

• Retains the same easy to follow format as the first edition
• Presents detailed comparisons and discussions of commonly used Chinese herbs
• Provides a series of thought-provoking questions with very detailed answers
• Structured to help the reader to learn and memorize the content more easily
• The easy-to-use question-andanswer format is convenient to apply in the consulting room
• Includes discussion of clinical applications to help with the practical use of the information in clinical setting
• Revised and updated with particular emphasis on the safe use of Chinese herbal medicines
• New appendices provide information on safe dosages, commonly used herbal combinations and the meanings of Chinese words used in herbal names
• Provides a sound foundation for the study and practice of Chinese herbal medicine.

Chinese Herbal Medicinse: Comparisons and Characteristics is already wellknown to students and practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine. This new, improved edition will continue to be of value to students and practitioners alike. It is now supported by a new companion volume by the same author entitled Chinese Herbal Formulas: Treatment Principles and Composition Strategies. Together these two books provide a sound foundation for the study and practice of Chinese herbal medicine.

Detailed and vivid comparisons and discussions of Chinese herbs to help the reader memorize and understand their characteristics

Structured as a series of thought-provoking questions with very detailed answers, again to help memorize the content

Includes "clinical applications" subsection within each section, to help the reader understand how to apply information better and more accurately in the clinical setting.

Students and practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine must learn hundreds of commonly used herbs as the first step in studying Chinese herbal medicine. Additionally, junior practitioners lack the clinical experience required to ensure that they can skilfully select the appropriate herbs to use in the formulas. This presents them with a major challenge. Chinese Herbal Medicines: Comparisons and Characteristics presents a method of learning individual herbs through vivid and clear discussion of their characteristics and through a comparison with other herbs of their characteristics and strengths. This clear and logical approach makes it easy for the user to understand and memorize the functions of specific herbs. It also enables experienced practitioners to improve their therapeutic results through the use of better formulas. Key features of the new edition Retains the same easy to follow format as the first edition Presents detailed comparisons and discussions of commonly used Chinese herbs Provides a series of thought-provoking questions with very detailed answers Structured to help the reader to learn and memorize the content more easily The easy-to-use question-andanswer format is convenient to apply in the consulting room Includes discussion of clinical applications to help with the practical use of the information in clinical setting Revised and updated with particular emphasis on the safe use of Chinese herbal medicines New appendices provide information on safe dosages, commonly used herbal combinations and the meanings of Chinese words used in herbal names Provides a sound foundation for the study and practice of Chinese herbal medicine. Chinese Herbal Medicinse: Comparisons and Characteristics is already wellknown to students and practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine. This new, improved edition will continue to be of value to students and practitioners alike. It is now supported by a new companion volume by the same author entitled Chinese Herbal Formulas: Treatment Principles and Composition Strategies. Together these two books provide a sound foundation for the study and practice of Chinese herbal medicine. Detailed and vivid comparisons and discussions of Chinese herbs to help the reader memorize and understand their characteristics Structured as a series of thought-provoking questions with very detailed answers, again to help memorize the content Includes "clinical applications" subsection within each section, to help the reader understand how to apply information better and more accurately in the clinical setting. Front cover Half title page Title page Copyright page Table of contents Foreword Preface to the first edition Notes on the second edition Explanation of the figures Acknowledgements Part 1: Theory and concepts Chapter One: The theory and concepts of Chinese herbal medicine What are the four flavors of Chinese herbs? What are their applications in clinical practice? What are the five tastes of herbs? What are their clinical applications? Which characteristics exist in the combinations of the temperature and taste of herbs? What are the applications of the concept that herbs enter meridians?Do the taste and the color of herbs influence their function? What is the relationship between the taste of herbs and the internal organs, and what is the relationship between their color and the internal organs? What are the clinical applications? What are the tendencies of action of the herbs in the body and what are the applications? What are the specific functions of the specific parts of a plant? What are the proper dosages when prescribing herbs? What is the proper dosage for children? How is a herbal decoction prepared?What is the usual way to take herbal medicine? How should children be given herbal medicine? What are the contraindications and cautions when using Chinese herbal medicine? Which herbs can be used as substitutes for substances that are banned or unavailable? What attention should be paid to some common names of herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine? Part 2: Comparisons and characteristics of thecommonly used Chinese herbal medicines Chapter Two: Herbs that release the Exterior. What is Exterior syndrome? How should one treat Exterior syndrome? What are the characteristics of the herbs that release the Exterior?What precautions should be observed in the usage of herbs that release the Exterior? Ma Huang (Ephedrae herba)* and Gui Zhi (Cinnamomi cassiae ramulus) can both expel Wind-Cold to treat Exterior Wind-Cold syndrome. What are the differences between their actions and characteristics? What are the cautions regarding their use? What are the differences between the actions of Ma Huang (Ephedrae herba)*, Zhi Ma Huang (honey-roasted Ephedrae herba) and Ma Huang Gen (Ephedrae radix)?What are the characteristic functions of Gui Zhi (Cinnamomi cassiae ramulus)? Jing Jie (Schizonepetae herba) and Fang Feng (Saposhnikoviae radix) are often used for Exterior Wind-Cold syndrome. What are the differences between using Ma Huang (Ephedrae herba) and Gui Zhi (Cinnamomi cassiae ramulus)? Front cover; Half title page; Title page; Copyright page; Table of contents; Foreword; Preface to the first edition; Notes on the second edition; Explanation of the figures; Acknowledgements; Part 1: Theory and concepts; Chapter One: The theory and concepts of Chinese herbal medicine; What are the four flavors of Chinese herbs? What are their applications in clinical practice?; What are the five tastes of herbs? What are their clinical applications?; Which characteristics exist in the combinations of the temperature and taste of herbs?;Students and practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine must learn hundreds of commonly used herbs as the first step in studying Chinese herbal medicine. Additionally, junior practitioners lack the clinical experience required to ensure that they can skilfully select the appropriate herbs to use in the formulas. This presents them with a major challenge. Chinese Herbal Medicines: Comparisons and Characteristics presents a method of learning individual herbs through vivid and clear discussion of their characteristics and through a comparison with other herbs of their characteristics a. "Students and practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine must learn hundreds of commonly used herbs as the first step in studying Chinese herbal medicine. Additionally, junior practitioners lack the clinical experience required to ensure that they can skillfully select the appropriate herbs to use in the formulas. This presents them with a major challenge." "Chinese Herbal Medicines: Comparisons and Characteristics presents a method of learning individual herbs through vivid and clear discussion of their characteristics and through a comparison with other herbs of their characteristics and strengths. This clear and logical approach makes it easy for the user to understand and memorize the functions of specific herbs. It also enables experienced practitioners to improve their therapeutic results through the use of proper herbs to make better formulas."--BOOK JACKET Suitable for students and practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine, this title presents a method of learning individual herbs through discussion of their characteristics and through a comparison with other herbs of their characteristics. It enables experienced practitioners to improve their therapeutic results through the use of better formulas.