Colorful Illustrated Herbal and Effective Formulas: Medicinal Herbs

Author: Yi Lei, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: Bencao Gangmu is a remarkable medical book compiled by the renowned Ming Dynasty physician Li Shizhen with his life's dedication. It is a shining gem in the history of Chinese medicine. Despite the changes of time, it has always been cherished by people and revered by scholars. This series selects its essence, removing sections with less current medical value such as Shui Bu (Water Department) and Ren Bu (Human Department). At the same time, it reorganizes and categorizes daily staples like grains, fruits, vegetables, poultry, and meat, as well as various medicinal herbs, and compiles Comprehensive Color Illustrated Guide to Edible Herbal Medicine and Proven Recipes and Comprehensive Color Illustrated Guide to Medical Herbal Medicine and Proven Recipes. In terms of structure, the order has been significantly adjusted. Sections with greater medical and edible value, such as Fu Bu (Fruit Department), Cai Bu (Vegetable Department), Gu Bu (Grain Department), and the medicinal Cao Bu (Herb Department) and Mu Bu (Wood Department), are placed at the beginning. In terms of content, it provides detailed explanations of their properties, medical value, and the formulations, preparation methods, usage, and efficacy of proven recipes, accompanied by real-life photographs for easy reference. The text is clear, easy to understand, and highly practical. It is not only an important reference tool for medical professionals but also a valuable guide for family life.