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All you ever wanted to know about
Herbs for Pets
by Mary L. Wulff-Tilford & Gregory L. Tilford
published 1999 by BowTieTm Press, Irvine, California
ISBN 1-889540-46-3, 416 pp.
A must have if you are interested in herbs for pets!
Contents include: Principles and Practices of Herbalism,
Natural Nutrition: The Foundation of Holistic Health,
Materia Medica - an A-Z Guide to Herbs for Animals,
An Herbal Repertory for Animals, Complementary and Alternative
Therapies. Appendix include: Basic Ethical Guidelines for
the harvesting of Wild Plants, Recommended Commercial
Foods for Dogs and Cats, Holistic Veterinarians, A few Thoughts
about the inevitable end, Resources and List of Abbreviations.
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The complete Herbal Handbook for the
Dog and Cat
by Juliette de Bairacli Levy
published 1992 (6th edition, reprinted with corrections)
byFaber and Faber Limited, London
ISBN 0-571-16115-4, 345 pp.
Contents include:
Natural Rearing of Dogs and Cats: Diet for Dogs, Care of the Brood
Bitch, Care of Puppies in the Nest, Care of Cats, General Notes on Natural Rearing; The
Use of Herbs in Canine and Feline Ailments: Introduction to Herbal Medicine, Ailments and
their Treatments (in alphabetical order); General: The Failure of Disease Prevention
through Vaccination and Hormones, Conclusion, The Herbs in this Book, Recommended Reading;
Indexes: General Index, Index of Ailments, Materia Medica Botanica.
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Emerging Therapies: Using Herbs and
Nutraceutical Supplements for Small Animals
by Susan G. Wynn, DVM
published 1999 by AAHA Press, Colorado
ISBN 1-58326-010-2, 160 pp.
This book is a valuable tool for veterinary professionals who are
interested in incorporating alternative methods into their daily practice. The book
presents an overview of emerging therapies that can be easily integrated into a
conventional practice. With a concentration on herbs and nutraceuticals, Emering Therapies
introduces new treatment ideas for animals with chronic problems that have not been
alleviated by standard methods.
Contents include: Introduction, How to Start, Sample Protocols,
Materia Medica of Nutraceutical Supplements, Botanical Materia Medica. Training and
Related Organizations, Recommended Reading, Websites, Periodicals, Suppliers, Index.
American and Canadian veterinary schools that offer CAM courses, Recommended works on
alternative medicine, Internet consultations, Three homemade diets, Dosing suggestions.
Medical history form.
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Pflanzenheilkunde in der Tiermedizin
by Rosa Gachnian/Ian Assenow
published 1991 by WBV Biologisch-medizinische
Verlagsgesellschaft MbH & Co. KG
ISBN 3-921988-48-9, 285 pp.
AContents include: Sammeln und Trocknen der Heilpflanzen,
Aufbewahrung der Drogen, Biologische Wirkstoffe der Heilpflanzen, Zubereitung von
Arzneiformen aus pflanzlichen Drogen, Faktoren, die die Wirksamkeit der Heilpflanzen
verändern und ihre Toxizität bedingen, Heilpflanzen mit vorwiegender Wirkung auf Herz
und Gefässsystem, Appetit- und verdauungsanregende Pflanzen, Pflanzen mit abführender
Wirkung, Pflanzen mit krampflösender Wirkung, mit adstringierender Wirkung mit
protektiver Wirkung, mit gallentreibender Wirkung, mit auswurffördernder Wirkung, mit
harntreibender Wirkung, mit uteruswirksamer und blutstillender Wirkung, Vitaminhaltige
Pflanzen, Pflanzen, die das zentrale und vegetative Nervensystem erregen, Pflanzen mit
sedativer Wirkung, mit Reizwirkung, Pflanzen die Phytonzide enthalten, Pflanzen mit
insektizider Wirkung, mit antihelminthischer Wirkung. Chemische und physikalische
Unverträglichkeiten, Einige pharmakologische Unverträglichkeiten, Unverträglichkeiten
der Vitamine bei längerer Anwendung.
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Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants
A practical Reference Guide to
over 550 Key Herbs & their Medicinal Uses
by Andrew Chevallier
published 1996 by Dorling Kindersley Limited, London
ISBN 0-789-410-672
A magnificently illustrated reference guide covering the chemistry and
properties of herbs; the major herbal traditions of the world; and a description of how to
grow, harvest, and store medicinal plants. The main part of the guide consists of an
alphabetically arranged (by botanical name) photographic index of some 550 plants with
detailed information on habitat, cultivation, parts used, active constituents, therapeutic
properties, research, and traditional and modern uses.
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Die BLV Enzyklopädie der
Heilpflanzen
Ueber 550 Heilkräuter, ihre medizinische
Wirkung und Anwendung (german of above)
by Andrew Chevallier.
published 1998 BLV Verlagsgesellschaft München
ISBN 3-405-15457-X, 336 pp.
Inhalt: Die Entwicklung der Pflanzenheilkunde, Wirkungsweise von
Heilpflanzen, Die Wirkstoffe, Von den Anfängen bis zum 19. Jahrhundert, Das 20.
Jahrhundert und die Zukunft, Pflanzenheilkundetraditionen aus aller Welt (Europa, Indien,
China, Afrika, Australien, Nordamerika, Südamerika), Die wichtigsten Heilpflanzen
(umfasst die 100 wichtigsten Heilkräuter aus aller Welt), Weitere Heilpflanzen,
Kräuterarzneien für den Hausgebrauch, Anbau von Heilpflanzen, Ernte & Verarbeitung,
Herstellung von Kräuterarzneien, Kranheitsvorbeugende Pflanzen, Arzneien für
alltägliche Beschwerden, Konsultation eines Pflanzenheilkundlers.
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Principles and Practice of
Phytotherapy -
Modern Herbal Medicine
by Simon Mills & Kerry Bone
published 2000 by Churchill Livingstone
ISBN 0-443-060169, 643 pp.
This is a comprehensive modern textbook of the principles and
practice of herbal medicine. The book provides a detailed, practical and research-based
approach to the use of herbal treatments in a wide variety of clinical conditions and
problems. Fully referenced throughout, with more than 4000 citations, this textbook is a
core resource for students and practitioners of phytotherapy, and will be of value to all
healthcare professionals - pharmacists, doctors, nurses - with an interest in herbal
therapeutics.
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The Book of Herbal Wisdom - Using
Plants
as Medicine
by Matthew Wood
published 1997 by North Atlantic Books, Berkeley, CA
ISBN 1-55643-232-1, 580 pp.
"There are many fine herb books written by our country's great
herbalists gracing the shelves these days. But only once in a while does a classic arise.
The Book of Herbal Wisdom is surely that. Written with grace, intelligence, and warmth,
this book is richly infused with the gift of wisdom and earns its title at every turn.
Matthew Wood has created an original tome that is destined to survive long after the
fading of other herb titles of our time.". Rosemary Gladstar.
Indepth description of the following herbs: Yarrow, Agrimony, Lady's
Mantle, Werewolf Root, Burdock, Wormwood, Pleurisy Root, Wood Betony, Calendula, Cayenne
Pepper, Red Root, Chamomile, Celandine, Black Cohosh, Queen Anne's Lace, Teasel, Purple
Coneflower, Horsetail, Boneset, Gravel Root, Cleavers, Goldenseal, St. John's Wort, Blue
Flag, Black Walnut, Wild Lettuce, Easter Lily, Lobelia, Sweet Leaf, White Pond Lily,
Plantain, Solomon's Seal, White Oak, Elderberry, Milk Thistle, Goldenrod, Dandelion, Red
Clover, Nettles, Mullein, Blue Vervain.
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The Ancient Wisdom of the Chinese
Tonic Herbs
by Ron Geeguarden
published 1998 by Warner Books, Inc. New York
ISBN 0-446-67506-7, 391 pp.
Contents include: The Evolution of Health Care, Why I Became So
Interested in the Chinese Tonic Herbs, The Tonic Herbs Are Transformative, The Attitude of
Radiant Health, Health Beyond Danger, Attaining Longevity, Human Potential Potentiators,
Adaptability: The Measure of Your Life, Oneness with Nature, The Principle of Yin and
Yang, Balance, The Three Treasures, The Five Elemental Energies, The Body-Mind from the
Asian Perspective, The Superior Herbalism (The Three Classes of Herbs, Tonic Herbs, The
Tonic Herbs as a Premium Source of Healthful Phytonutrients, Adaptogenic Activities of the
Chinese Tonic Herbs, The Immune System and the Chinese Tonic Herbs, Antioxidant Activities
of the Chinese Tonic Herbs. The Supertonic Herbs (Ganoderma, Ginseng, Siberian Ginseng,
American Ginseng, Astragalus Root, Deer Antler, Cordyceps, Gynostemma, Lycium Fruit,
Morinda Root, Schizandra, Polygonum, Asparagus Root, Codonopsis Root, Dendrobium,
Epimedium, Eucommia Bark, Licorice Root, Notoginseng Root, Pearl, Prepared Rehmannia, Dang
Gui). The Supporting Cast of Chinese Herbs (Bupleurum Root, Dioscorea Root, Ginkgo Biloba,
Ligustrum, Longan, White Peony Root, Polygala Root, Zizyphus Seed). Other Important Tonics
and Supportive Herbs used in the Chinese Tonic Herbal System. Fantastic Tonic Herbal
Formulations. Tonic Herbal Programs, Delivery Systems, Six Lessons the Tonic Herbs Have
Taught Me. Appendix: Principal Chinese Herbs and Their Uses, Sources of Chinese Herbal
Products.
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Herbal Tonic Therapies
by Daniel B. Mowrey, Ph.D.
published 1993 by Keats Publishing, Inc. Connecticut
ISBN 0-87983-565-6, 400 pp.
Contents include: The Immune System, The Cardiovascular System, The
Nervous System, The Digestive System, The Musculoskeletal System, The Female Reproductive
System, The Concept of a Whole-Body Tonic.
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The Healing Power of Ginseng &
The Tonic Herbs
by Paul Bergner
published 1996 by Prima Publishing, Rocklin, CA
ISBN 0-7615-0472-9, 274 pp.
Work, stress, junk food, caffeine, colds, late nights, and all the
other challenges our bodies face every day can take their toll, depleting the basic vital
energy the Chinese call chi. Ginseng and the tonic herbs - especially when combined with
changes in diet and lifestyle - can replenish depleted chi, restoring balance in the body,
invigorating the immune system, and enhancing strength and stamina.
Contents include: Ginseng in Chinese and American History, Chi, A
Chi-Cultivating Lifestyle, Ginseng and constitutional Medicine, The Chinese Organ Systems,
How the Chinese use Ginseng, Ginseng Abuse, Ginseng Research, Constituents of Ginseng, How
Ginseng Works. Tonics vs. Stimulants, Types of Tonics, The Tonic Herbs. When to take
Ginseng and the Tonic Herbs, How to prepare Ginseng and Tonic Herbs, Athletes and the
Tonic Herbs, Ginseng Scams, Ginseng Products, Overview. Appendices: Where to buy Ginseng
and the Tonic Herbs, Where to Find a Practitioner of Natural Medicine, Tonic Herbs and
Their Actions, Bibliography.
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