"Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine - Materia Medica" (Hebrew edition)

This is Effi Kfirs first book, in which 270 single Chinese Herbs are discussed in detail by their character and medical action. Some of these herbs are spices and became part of our daily life such as: Ginger, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Mint, Clove, Soya, Turmeric, Fenugreek, Sesame and many others. Some of the Herbs grow only in China. Some are special and exotic substances that are used as medications like Myrrh, Frankincense, Amber, Magnet, Rhinoceross Horn, Deers Antler and Musk. In the introduction one can find the rules of Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine, the possible combinations of Herbs, the way they are processed, the hierarchy of an herbal Formula and the way to prepare it. The Herbs are placed between 29 categories or groups according to their medicinal action. For example, one can find Herbs that clear heat, Herbs that strengthen energy (Qi) or blood, others that calm the heart and the mind, or those that drain excess fluids. Each one of the Herbs or substances has a Chinese name, the Latin name (botanical), the English and its Hebrew names. It is the first attempt ever done to find the Israeli herbs that resemble the Chinese species. The last chapter of the book contains very practical information about Diet as a preventative medicine according to the Chinese way of thinking. It is good information for all ages and there is an emphasis on Chinese Herbs that are used as spices and food. A note: "Traditional Chinese Herbal medicine - Materia Medica" is used as a textbook for students in colleges of Chinese Medicine in Israel and is popular with the general public as well. It can be found in the major bookstores throughout the country. In case it is out of stock please contact the publisher or the distributor by phone or by the Email address above.