Traditional Chinese medicine is perhaps the oldest system of health care in the world—and one of the safest and most effective. This first easy-to-use pocket guide provides everything readers need to know to explore Chinese herbal medicine for themselves. The book includes:
•  A brief overview of the basic terms and concepts of traditional Chinese medicine.
•  Simple instructions on how to prepare herbal formulas at home.
•  An illustrated guide to 108 of the most widely used Chinese herbs, with descriptions, therapeutic effects, preparation methods, and dosages.
•  A guide to dozens of readily available prepared herbal formulas for common ailments.
•  An index of symptoms and ailments.
•  Listings of mail-order houses for herbs, herbal formulas, and other supplies.
•  Suggestions for further reading.