Herbal Encyclopedia for Anti-Aging Health

Author: Jin Shiying
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: This book is authored by experts in traditional Chinese medicine and geriatric medicine, featuring over 200 commonly used anti-aging and health-preserving Chinese herbal medicines and proprietary Chinese medicines. It emphasizes the fundamental knowledge and principles of these drugs for anti-aging and health preservation. For each Chinese herbal medicine, it provides information on varieties and herbs, components and pharmacology, flavor and function, clinical applications, dosage and administration, and some simple formulas, along with color illustrations of commonly used original medicinal materials and processed herbs. For each proprietary Chinese medicine, it details the composition, function, indications, dosage and administration, pharmacological research, and usage tips. The selected formulas include both ancient and modern recipes, some of which have been included in the Pharmacopoeia, while others have not. The content is rich and practical, explained in an accessible manner. It holds significant importance for popularizing knowledge of Chinese medicine, guiding readers in identifying, purchasing, researching, producing, and properly applying anti-aging and health-preserving Chinese herbal medicines. It is suitable for reference by middle-aged and elderly readers and may also be used as a reference for grassroots medical personnel and professionals in the research and production of Chinese medicine.