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Index
Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Contents
Introduction: On Herbal Medicine
Chapter 1. Getting Started: Basic Concepts in Herbal Medicine
Chapter 2. Herbal Preparations: Understanding the Many Ways to Prepare and Use Herbs
Chapter 3. Using Fresh Plants: Harvesting, Drying, and Using Fresh Herbs
Chapter 4. Dried Herbs: Bulk Herbs, Capsules, and Tablets
Chapter 5. Introduction to Extractions: Terms, Equipment, Solvents, and Calculations
Chapter 6. Making Basic Extracts: Extracting Herbs in Water, Alcohol, Glycerin, and Vinegar
Chapter 7. Advanced Extraction Techniques: Percolation Extracts, Fluid Extracts, and Soxhlet Extracts
Chapter 8. Topical Preparations: Oil-Based Extractions, Topical Applications, and Local Applications
Chapter 9. Other Preparations: Concentrates, Lozenges, and Traditional Chinese Methods
Chapter 10. Aromatherapy and Flower Essences: Two Unique Ways to Extract and Use Herbs
Chapter 11. Formulas and Dosages: Designing Herbal Formulas and Using Herbs Effectively
Chapter 12. Sample Formulas: Some of Our Favorite Formulas
Chapter 13. Single Herbs: Instructions for Preparing and Using Single Herbs
Appendix 1: Herbal Hydrotherapy: Combining Herbs and Water for Healing
Appendix 2: Recommended Suppliers: Sources for Herb Plants and Seeds, Bulk Herbs, Bottles, Glycerin, and Other Supplies
Recommended Reading
Index
About the Authors
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