Discover the key to safe use of herbal preparations

The Essential Guide to Herbal Safety is an indispensable guide for anyone who wants to harness the power of herbs without compromising their health. Learn how to work safely and effectively with more than 70 commonly used and controversial herbs and gain confidence at every step.

This book thoroughly covers the important principles of safety related to herbal medicine and provides a comprehensive overview of safety data for over 70 plants. It focuses on product quality, potential interactions with medications, adverse effects, toxicity, allergic reactions, contact sensitivity, and unique idiosyncratic responses.

With this guide you can better understand how herbs affect your health and avoid the risks associated with improper use. Safety and informed decision-making are the keys to successful and healthy use of natural products.

Why choose this book?

• Comprehensive insight into the safety of herbal preparations based on thorough review.
• Practical information on quality, interactions, and possible adverse effects.
• Support for informed decision-making when using herbs for health care.
• Increased safety when using herbal medicine at home or professionally.
• A useful guide for both beginners and experienced herbalists and professionals.

Main product features

• Detailed analysis of safety issues in herbal medicine.
• Descriptions of more than 70 selected herbs, including common and controversial species.
• Focus on various types of adverse reactions such as allergies, toxicity, and interactions.
• Practical advice for the safe use of herbal preparations.
• Suitable for both laypeople and professionals in the field of natural medicine.