| In Central American herbal medicine, seeds are also used as a treatment for nephritis and other urinary problems, and as a tonic to the bladder. The seeds, high in zinc, are recommended in the early stages of the prostate problems.
The pulp is used as a decoction to relieve intestinal inflammation and is applied as a poultice for burns.
German Commission E monograph recognized Cucurbita pepo seed's efficacy in:
þ Irritable bladder
þ Prostate complaints. |
Bradley J. Willcox, M.D., D. Craig Willcox, Ph.D., Makoto Suzuki, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  ICHOBA—FENNEL (Foeniculum vulgare; uikyo, sweet fennel, hui xiang) Fennel, a tall, hardy, aromatic perennial of the parsley family, has been traditionally used in Okinawa both as a vegetable and an herbal medicine. It's also been a popular herb in Europe since ancient times. The Romans called this native Mediterranean plant foeniculum, which means "fragrant hay." Often confused with dill, the stalk looks something like celery. "Fennel seeds," which are served after dinner in Indian restaurants, much as mints are in the West, are actually the dried fruit of the common fennel. |
Earl Mindell
See book keywords and concepts |  Herbal Medicine The most widely used form of medicine for thousands of years and recognized as today's leading trend in self-care. herbal medicine is rooted in the same theory as establishment pharmacology. In fact, nearly 50 percent of all drugs commonly used and prescribed are either derived from a plant source or contain chemical imitations of a plant compound. Today, the efficacy of many herbal remedies is undisputed and well documented. (See Chapter X. |
C. P. Khare
See book keywords and concepts |  Use in Western herbal
Before World War 2, Salep used to be sold at stalls in the streets of London, and was held in great esteem in herbal medicine. It was a popular hot drink during the winter.
Sailing ships, on long voyages, used to stock Salep as an article of diet. One ounce (25 g) of Salep dissolved in 2 quarts (2.27 litres) of boiling water was considered sufficient subsistence for each man per day.
As the legend goes, "witches" were supposed to use the tubers of Salep in their philtres; the fresh tuber being given to promote true love, and the withered one to check wrong passions. |
Bradley J. Willcox, M.D., D. Craig Willcox, Ph.D., Makoto Suzuki, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | This is a serious mistake. herbal medicine is not risk-free, and the pharmacological properties of herbs can interact with doctor-prescribed medications. So you must be careful. To give you an example of the importance of taking herbs seriously, here's the scoop on the most popular herb for weight loss.
Ma huang, or ephedra, as it is commonly known, is a shrublike plant found in desert regions of northern China and Mongolia. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |  As doctors learn more about the deception of the drug industry and the dangers of prescription drugs, increasing numbers of them will turn to alternative medicine, herbal medicine, nutrition, prevention and other modalities that aren't hyped by a criminal-minded industry like Big Pharma.
In time, physicians will look upon prescription drugs in much the same way tobacco products are viewed today. |
Bradley J. Willcox, M.D., D. Craig Willcox, Ph.D., Makoto Suzuki, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | In Okinawan herbal medicine, hihatsu has been used to treat stomach problems and gout among other ailments. There has been some limited research support for red chili pepper's ability to raise metabolic rates and possibly accelerate the rate of body fat loss,35 but these claims need further study. Pepper has also been shown to have antioxidant and antimicrobial properties,36 and numerous clinical trials attest to its efficacy as a topically applied analgesic (in cream form).37
How to use it. |
The Life Extension Editorial Staff
See book keywords and concepts |  It has been safely used for centuries by the Chinese and Indians in herbal medicine and in food preparation as a spice.
Curcumin has a number of biological effects within the body. However, one of the most important functions is curcumin's ability to inhibit angiogenic growth signals emitted by tumor cells eliciting angiogenesis (growth and development of new blood vessels). | | It has been safely used for centuries by Chinese and Indian people, both in herbal medicine and in food preparation.
Curcumin has a number of biological effects in the body. However, one of the most important functions is curcumin's ability to inhibit growth signals emitted by tumor cells that elicit angiogenesis (growth and development of new blood vessels into the tumor).
Curcumin inhibits the epidermal growth factor receptor and is up to 90% effective in a dose-dependent manner. |
Kevin Trudeau
See book keywords and concepts |  Then Read:
• Next Generation herbal medicine by Daniel B. Mowrey, Ph.D.
(Guaranteed Potency Herbs.)
• Herbal Tonic Therapies by Daniel B. Mowrey, Ph.D. (Remedies from nature's own pharmacy to strengthen and support each vital body system.)
• Herbal Healing: An Easy to Use A-Z Reference by Phyllis A. Balch
34. Not Convinced That Homeopathic Medicines Are A Safe Natural Alternative To Drugs And Surgery And Can Cure Disease And Keep You Healthy? Then Read:
• Everybody's Guide to Homeopathic Medicines by Stephen Cummings, M.D. and Dana Ullman, M.P.H. |
Richard Lucas
See book keywords and concepts |  REPPED:
THE WISDOM OF CHINESE HERBALISTS
THE WISDOM OF THE ANCIENTS
The practice of herbal medicine dates back to the very earliest periods of Chinese history, and over a great span of time many pharmacopoeias were written and revised. Of these works, the oldest is the Pen Ts'ao Ching, in which the Red Emperor, Shen-ung, described various medicaments and included instructions for their use. Shen-ung died in the year 2697 B.C. and was succeeded by Huang Ti, the Yellow Emperor, who reigned from about 2697 to 2595 B.C. |
Mark Bricklin
See book keywords and concepts |  Many of the great classics of herbal medicine, some written hundreds or even thousands of years ago, have been omitted because they are not what I would consider "practical" books. In general, the best herbal remedies discussed by these earlier authors have been picked up and preserved by the later writers, whose works appear in this bibliography. The person who wishes to approach herbalism from an historical point of view is urged to visit a large public or university library. | | Those who wish to pursue the study of herbal medicine will find the annotated bibliography very helpful.
Hylton, William H., ed. The Rodale Herb Book. Emmaus, Pa.: Rodale Press, 1974.
Here is the most comprehensive "how-to" book on all aspects of herbs I have seen. While it does not contain the enormous number of details about individual herbs contained in Grieve's book, the information here is much easier to get at and more concisely presented. |
American Medical Publishing
See book keywords and concepts | | But clearly, herbal medicine is not risk-free, so some rules of thumb may help you use herbal remedies safely:
• Make sure of you match your health problem with the proper herbal remedy. An herb expert or "doctor" may be competent in the use of herbs to treat illness, but a true medical doctor has the training and the tools to make an accurate diagnosis, and is also more competent at making sure you don't mix things up in a dangerous manner.
• Use according to label directions, unless directed by an herbal specialist. Don't over use! |
Richard Lucas
See book keywords and concepts | | It is always very difficult to estimate the physical effect of herbal medicine on people, but however much ginseng may be disparaged I am convinced, like the Chinese, that it has a magical ingredient which our bodies and minds need.
As there are no side effects I can only suggest that those who feel rundown, tense, and worried should let ginseng give them the physical good health and mental vitality which we all seek in our lives.
In a later article2 in 1981, Barbara Cartland again refers to the value of ginseng. |
Larry Trivieri, Jr.
See book keywords and concepts |  These include diet, nutritional supplements, herbal medicine, and enzyme therapy. Still others seek to restore mental and emotional balance, including mind/body medicine, biofeedback training, meditation, hypnotherapy, guided imagery, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Finally, systems such as acupuncture, homeopathy, energy medicine, magnetic field therapy, and neural therapy address the energetic levels of the body. | | Other important approaches (often used together) include proper diet, nutritional supplementation, detoxification, exercise, herbal medicine, and homeopathy. "Men today are very active and want to stay at their best rather than letting themselves go, getting old and fat," Dr. Ross says. "They want to keep going at the same pace and have a proactive attitude about resolving symptoms of male menopause as they appear." Thanks to the comprehensive treatment approaches employed by Dr. Ross and
HOLISTIC SELF-CARE
It's supposed to be a professional secret, but I'll tell you anyway. |
Janet Zand, LAc, OMD, Allan N. Spreed, MD, CNC, James B. LaValle, RPh, ND
See book keywords and concepts |  Natural healing sciences (including herbal medicine, homeopathy, diet, nutritional supplements, and acupressure) are sometimes called "complementary" medicine. As that name implies, natural medicine and conventional medicine can be used to complement and support each other in helping to create health. |
Larry Trivieri, Jr.
See book keywords and concepts | | In recent decades:
• Government regulatory agencies have made a concerted effort to punish and harass medical professionals who recommend or practice nutritional and herbal medicine and other alternative therapies to maintain health and prevent and treat illness.
• State medical boards have censured and revoked the licenses of conscientious physicians who practice alternative medicine, simply because their treatments are not conventional and do not conform to accepted "standards of care."These actions are taken despite the fact that many of these treatments work. | | Schnaubelt,"The chemical makeup of essential oils gives them a host of desirable pharmaco-
Aromatherapy is a unique branch of herbal medicine that utilizes the medicinal properties found in the essential oils of various plants. logical properties, ranging from antibacterial, antiviral, and antispasmodic, to uses as diuretics (promoting production and excretion of urine), vasodilators (widening blood vessels), and vasoconstrictors (narrowing blood vessels). |
Janet Zand, LAc, OMD, Allan N. Spreed, MD, CNC, James B. LaValle, RPh, ND
See book keywords and concepts | | The approaches to medicine covered in this book include conventional medicine, herbal medicine, homeopathy, acupressure, nutritional supplements, and diet. In Part One you will find historical information, tables, diagrams, and guidelines to help you understand each system of medicine from a conceptual and practical perspective.
Each of the healing systems offers advantages and benefits. Each has drawbacks. This section provides a clear, unbiased look at all protocols. | | How to Use This Book
This is an in-home guide that will help you maintain your health through a unique approach that seeks to combine the best of conventional medicine, herbal medicine, homeopathy, acupressure, diet, and nutritional supplementation. Written by a naturopathic physician, a medical doctor, and a registered pharmacist and naturopath, it offers advice and explanations of the full spectrum of options available today.
This book is intended to help you make informed health-care decisions. |
Robert S. McCaleb, Evelyn Leigh, and Krista Morien
See book keywords and concepts |  Weiss RF. herbal medicine. Beaconsfield, England: Beaconsfield Publishers, 1988.
Werbach M. Nutritional Influences on Illness. New Canaan, CT: Keats Publishing, 1988.
Werbach M. Nutritional Influences on Mental 111-ness.Tarzana, CA:Third Line Press, 1991.
Willard T. Textbook of Advanced Herbology. Alberta, Canada: Wild Rose College of Natural Healing, 1992.
Willard T. Textbook of Modern Herbology, 2nd ed. Alberta, Canada: Wild Rose College of Natural Healing, 1993.
Field Guides
Angier B. Field Guide to EdibleWild Plants. Harris-burg, PA: Stackpole Books, 1974.
Angier B. |
Janet Zand, LAc, OMD, Allan N. Spreed, MD, CNC, James B. LaValle, RPh, ND
See book keywords and concepts | | Even modern pharmacology has deep roots in herbal medicine. The use of the herb ma huang (ephedra), for example, dates back several thousand years; ephedrine, one of its primary ingredients (and pseudoephedrine, a synthetic version of it) is used by pharmaceutical companies today in many over-the-counter cold and allergy medicines.
"The physician treats, but nature heals." This is an often-quoted saying from Hippocrates—known as the "Father of Medicine"—who recognized that the body has a natural tendency toward health and vitality. |
Larry Trivieri, Jr.
See book keywords and concepts | | Capsules and Tablets: One of the fastest growing markets in herbal medicine in the past 15 to 20 years has been capsules and tablets.These offer consumers convenience and, in some cases, the bonus of not having to taste the herbs, many of which have undesirable flavors, from intensely bitter due to the presence of certain alkaloids to highly astringent due to the presence of tannins.
Extracts and Tinctures: These offer the advantage of being quickly assimilated compared to tablets, which take more time to disintegrate and ingest. Extracts and tinctures almost always contain alcohol. |
Janet Zand, LAc, OMD, Allan N. Spreed, MD, CNC, James B. LaValle, RPh, ND
See book keywords and concepts | | Among the subjects being studied there are homeopathy, acupuncture and acupressure, herbal medicine, reflexology, chiropractic, biofeedback, hypnosis, and relaxation and visualization techniques.
Natural healing systems are much more widely used than many people suppose. The World Health Organization, established in 1948 as a specialized agency of the United Nations, reports that 80 percent of the world's population relies on natural healing as their primary form of health care. | | This book outlines and describes the application of conventional medicine, dietary modifications, nutritional supplements, herbal medicine, homeopathy, and acupressure. We believe that understanding and integrating the full range of health-care options offers the most complete and responsible way to a healthy life. We hope to foster an awareness that natural healing therapies and conventional medical treatment, two apparently divergent approaches, can—and should—work together. |
Michael T. Murray, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  The materia medica recorded in ancient China, Babylon, Egypt, India, Greece, and other parts of the world strongly suggest that herbal medicine was highly respected in ancient times.
Galen's influence
No system, rules, or classification was imposed on western materia medicas until the first century a.d., when Galen, a Roman physician, established his system of rules and classification. Galen's classification was based on Hip-pocratic medicine, that is, on the balance of the four humors—blood, bile, phlegm, and choler. |
Larry Trivieri, Jr.
See book keywords and concepts | | Other Self-Care Approaches for Physical Well-Being
The following professional care therapies contain aspects that can be adapted to your physical self-care protocol: Aromatherapy, Ayurvedic Medicine, Bodywork, Detoxification Therapy, Enzyme Therapy, herbal medicine, Homeopathy, Hydrotherapy, Hyperthermia, Light Therapy, Magnetic Field Therapy, Naturopathic Medicine, Qigong andTai Chi, Sound Therapy, Traditional Chinese Medicine,Yoga. See the individual chapters for more details. |
Michael Tierra, L.Ac, O.M.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Chinese herbal medicine is based on the Four Diagnoses: observation, palpation, interrogation, and listening. The practitioner first begins by listening and evaluating the patient's primary and secondary complaints, noting at the same time complexion, level of vitality, physical appearance, openness, and emotional demeanor. All of these are evaluated according to yin-yang principles. Ten basic questions encompassing symptoms that are not obvious through assessment by any other method are asked:
1. Ask about chills and fever and sensitivity to heat and cold.
2. |
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