Tyler's Herbs of Choice

Tyler's Herbs of Choice
Author: Dennis V. C. Awang
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 296
Release: 2019-08-30
Genre:
ISBN: 9780367385668

Does Echinacea fight the common cold? Does St. John's Wort (SJW) really counteract depression? What about chondroitin for joint health? Today's healthcare professionals are increasingly confronted with questions from patients who want to use herbal supplements to treat various conditions. A critical and scientific assessment of medicinal plant research by an internationally recognized researcher and writer in the field, Tyler's Herbs of Choice: The Therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals, Third Edition combines the scientific aspects of herbal medicine, phytomedicine, and pharmacognosy with the modern clinical trials that support the rationale for using plant products in healthcare. A Decade's Worth of Updates The original edition of this volume was authored by the late Professor Varro E. Tyler, a true giant in the field of pharmacognosy and pharmacy education. Following in Tyler's footsteps, Dennis V.C. Awang, co-editor of the journal Phytomedicine, recognized the need for a revised third edition, in light of how quickly the clinical literature surrounding the dietary supplement market is growing. Millions of consumers are demanding natural treatment options from their doctors and pharmacies in a variety of forms, from herbal teas to tinctures and capsules. Tyler's Herbs of Choice: The Therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals, Third Edition effectively fosters understanding in patients and practitioners of the role that herbs and phytomedicinal products can play in both self-care and healthcare.

Tyler's Herbs of Choice

Tyler's Herbs of Choice
Author: Varro Tyler
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1999-08-17
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9780789001603

You’ll find all you need and want to know about the current usage of therapeutic herbs in Tyler’s Herbs of Choice. This new edition contains valuable information not found in the previous edition, including up-to-date legal data about herb use in the US, data on clinical studies and advances in determining mechanism of action, information essential for completely understanding any medicinal agent and its rational use in therapeutics, and an even more widely expanded introduction to phytomedicines and their respective applications. In Tyler’s Herbs of Choice, you’ll discover safe and easy applications of herbs that can be used to ease the common everyday maladies that make life difficult. You’ll uncover the health secrets of artichoke, cat’s claw, kava, malatonin, pygeum, and other plants. In addition, you’ll get an easy-to-follow breakdown of how herbal remedies are used to treat: digestive problems kidneys and the urinary tract the respiratory system cardiovascular ailments nervous disorders the metabolic and endocrine systems bones and joints wounds and injuries skin and mucous membranes miscellaneous (cancer, immunity deficiency, etc.) You won’t find folklore or spurious claims in Tyler’s Herbs of Choice, only tested information about the safe and healthy use of a cornucopia of therapeutic herbs. This reliable follow-up to the original Herbs of Choice is an excellent source that will help you keep abreast of one of the most rapidly growing and expanding fields of medicine. You’ll get the information and direction you need to make informed, cost-effective decisions toward healing choices—the natural way.

Tyler's Herbs of Choice

Tyler's Herbs of Choice
Author: Dennis V. C. Awang
Publisher:
Total Pages: 269
Release: 2009
Genre: Herbs
ISBN: 9780789028105

Providing an authoritative introduction to botanical medicine for these professionals, this text combines the various scientific fields of herbal medicine, phytomedicine, and pharmacognosy with the modern clinical trials that support the rationale for using plant products in health care.

Herbs of Choice

Herbs of Choice
Author: Varro E. Tyler
Publisher: Haworth Press
Total Pages: 240
Release: 1994
Genre: Gardening
ISBN:

Provides information about the therapeutic use of herbs and their common preparations.

Tyler's Honest Herbal

Tyler's Honest Herbal
Author: Steven Foster
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 474
Release: 1999
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0789007053

"Researchers, get busy!" and "caveat emptor" are the messages of this iteration (last, 1993; first, 1982) by herbalists Tyler (pharmacognosy, Purdue U.) and Foster, as they cull herbs' healing virtues from the hype. Alphabetical entries from alfalfa to yucca provide: a brief description, proper nomenclature, plant from which derived, comments on usage, accessible discussion of the chemistry/pharmacology of its active components, evaluation of probable utility, and references. A 16-page summary chart may alone be worth the price. No illustrations, though. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Tyler's Herbs of Choice

Tyler's Herbs of Choice
Author: Dennis V.C. Awang
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009-05-04
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9780789028099

Does Echinacea fight the common cold? Does St. John’s Wort (SJW) really counteract depression? What about chondroitin for joint health? Today’s healthcare professionals are increasingly confronted with questions from patients who want to use herbal supplements to treat various conditions. A critical and scientific assessment of medicinal plant research by an internationally recognized researcher and writer in the field, Tyler’s Herbs of Choice: The Therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals, Third Edition combines the scientific aspects of herbal medicine, phytomedicine, and pharmacognosy with the modern clinical trials that support the rationale for using plant products in healthcare. A Decade’s Worth of Updates The original edition of this volume was authored by the late Professor Varro E. Tyler, a true giant in the field of pharmacognosy and pharmacy education. Following in Tyler’s footsteps, Dennis V.C. Awang, co-editor of the journal Phytomedicine, recognized the need for a revised third edition, in light of how quickly the clinical literature surrounding the dietary supplement market is growing. Millions of consumers are demanding natural treatment options from their doctors and pharmacies in a variety of forms, from herbal teas to tinctures and capsules. Tyler’s Herbs of Choice: The Therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals, Third Edition effectively fosters understanding in patients and practitioners of the role that herbs and phytomedicinal products can play in both self-care and healthcare.

Rational Phytotherapy

Rational Phytotherapy
Author: Volker Schulz
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 374
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3642980937

A practice-oriented introduction to phytotherapy. Methodically classified by organic systems and fields of application, it offers a quick insight into dosage, form of application and effects of the most important herbal remedies. Only those herbal remedies that are of pharmacological and clinical efficiency have been considered. The authors are highly experienced in the field of postgraduate medical education and, with this work, present an indispensable reference book for the medical practice.

Tyler's Tips

Tyler's Tips
Author: Virginia M Tyler
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2014-04-08
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1135412936

A comprehensive and easy-to-use reference to the most popular and effective herbal products on the market! Tyler's Tips: The Shopper's Guide for Herbal Remedies offers consumers valuable information about the uses, benefits, origins, precautions, dosage forms, and price ranges of herbal products in a clear and concise manner. Arranged by therapeutic uses in order to give you a variety of options for various ailments, this accessible guide only lists herbs that have shown effectiveness in scientific trials. Tyler's Tips contains information that will help you decide what herbal products are reliable, safe, and appropriate for your needs.Designed to be taken with you when buying herbs, this book lists one herb on each page, making it easier for you to look up a particular entry. Offering herbs that will aid several ailments, such as headaches, liver dysfunction, ulcers, menopause, skin problems, and bladder problems, Tyler's Tips provides you with information on over 35 herbs, including: St. John's wort kava gingko ginseng soy black cohosh aloe rhubarb goldenrod licorice tea tree eleuthero red clover Comprehensive and current, this book also informs you about well-known herbs that are widely used, but have not yet been proven to be successful. Full of practical facts, Tyler's Tips will assist you in choosing herbs that can improve your health and fit your budget.

Handbook of Psychotropic Herbs

Handbook of Psychotropic Herbs
Author: Ethan B Russo
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 358
Release: 2015-12-22
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1136386076

Discover herbal alternatives for the treatment of psychological disorders! Reliable and fact-filled, the Handbook of Psychotropic Herbs: A Scientific Analysis of Natural Treatments for Psychiatric Conditions offers psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, physicians, and students in these fields a comprehensive review of the history, pharmacology, chemistry, and uses of medicinal herbs. A valuable resource for understanding today's unregulated herbal marketplace, this essential guide examines such herbs as ginkgo, ginseng, kava kava, linden, German chamomile, St. John's wort, and valerian, among others. The Handbook of Psychotropic Herbs will help you make a well-informed decision on what herbal treatments may be effective and safe for patients, or for you! Figures show that 30 percent of American adults use herbs. The Handbook of Psychotropic Herbs investigates the medical value of over 30 well-known herbs through in-depth evaluations that will give you a fuller understanding of the uses and misuses of these natural remedies. This invaluable guide examines the history, use, and research findings of each herb. The Handbook of Psychotropic Herbs lists the effectiveness of each herb, guidelines for its use, and any precautions you need to be aware of, and also includes the author's recommendations on approved dosages. Containing cutting-edge information about herbal medicine, the Handbook of Psychotropic Herbs will assist readers in making intelligent choices about buying and using herbs. Some of the herbs discussed in this reliable and fact-filled book include: California poppy Chinese and American ginseng kava linden German and Roman chamomile St. John's wort lavender damiana passion flower plus many more! The Handbook of Psychotropic Herbs contains the history, use, phytochemistry, laboratory and clinical studies, and consumer and physician information for each of these widely-used herbs. This important book will help you better understand the role of plants in human psychopathophysiology and its treatment, enlightening you about alternative and proven herbal options for medical care. A Behavioral Science Book Club Main Selection!