Comprehensive Chinese Herbal Study Guide

This invaluable studying companion simplifies the complex nature of Chinese Herbal Medicine. It is designed to be an active tool for studying the Formulas and major Herbs in each section of the Chinese Herbal Program at the Maryland University of Integrative Health. While designed specifically for this program it is made to be accessible and valuable to students of any Chinese Herbal Program. This book also serves as a quick visual reference and differentiation guide for the Chinese Herbalist in practice. You will find inside: Answer Keys and Fill in the Blanks for all the Formulas in each section/month of the program, Comparisons of individual herbs in major Herb Families (ex: the Peonies, the Angelicas, the Huang Brothers), "Heavy Hitter Formulas" to be sure to know, including those whose herb composition is crucial to have memorized, and Herbs with Key Affinities (organ, location, etc). There is also a Reference Section, which includes an Herb Cheat Sheet that highlights key features of crucial herbs, a Quick Guide to Pao Ji, Charts of menstrual signs and symptoms and their meanings, and a brief overview of Herbs and Pregnancy. The beginning of the book includes a useful “How to” section with tips for studying throughout the year and for the first and second year Comprehensive Exams. Whether you choose to study with this guide from the start of your program or pick it up two weeks before your exam, you’ll be glad you did!