Herbal Remedies for Longevity (Pharmaceutical Ocean Surfing Series)

Author: Chen Xilin
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Publish Date: 2001-07-01
Features: Health and longevity have always been a beautiful aspiration for humankind. In recent years, with the improvement of both spiritual and material living standards, people have raised higher requirements for quality of life, making the extension of longevity a significant topic of concern. Since ancient times, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has played a vital role in disease prevention, health enhancement, and improving the physical fitness of the nation. Among the various aspects of TCM, longevity-enhancing Chinese medicine is an important component. Therefore, in-depth research and comprehensive utilization of longevity-enhancing Chinese medicine hold practical significance. This book was written to meet this need. It first provides a brief introduction to the history, modern research, selection criteria, and precautions of longevity-enhancing Chinese medicine. Then, from over a thousand varieties of such herbs, it selects those with proven efficacy and introduces their basic knowledge, mechanisms of action in promoting longevity, and daily applications. The book presents scientific and practical pharmaceutical knowledge in plain language, enabling readers to apply what they learn and together ascend to the city of health and longevity.