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There is a wealth of herb books on the market to choose from.  Here are just a few of the quality herb books available that I have read and can recommend. Use the links here to purchase these books from Amazon.

Almost monthly we hear research of herbs or foods that help treat or prevent cancer.  This book reviews most of the research performed in this area in a scientific manner. John Boik gives a background of the research on over 3 dozen natural compounds, their toxicity and recommended dosages. Finally a place to get all  this information. This book is recommended for scientists and physicians as well as patients wanting accurate information on the subject.

cancer therapy

Natural Compounds in Cancer Therapy
John Boik
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If you were ever worried about treating your children at home using herbs this book will guide you through appropriate treatments. Written by a physician and an herbalist, this team tells you what is safe and what symptoms to look for.

kids and herbs book

Kids, Herbs, & Health
Linda B. White, Sunny Mavor
Best Price $3.68
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the antibotic alternative by cindy jones

The Antibiotic Alternative
Cindy L.A. Jones 
.Best Price $2.99
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"Herbal Teas" contains many recipes for daily health and well-being.  Making your own teas is a nice way to use herbs from your garden and a nice way to relax after a hard day of gardening.

natural compounds in cancer therapy

Herbal Teas
Kathleen Brown, Je...
Best Price $7.26
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This book, compiled buy a team of qualified authors, gives you alternative treatments for 70 different diseases. You also get information about drugs used to treat these diseases and potential drug-herb interactions that may occur. Cindy Jones is a contributing writer and editor to this book.

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The Herbal Drugstore
Linda B. White, M.D. & Steven Foster
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new updated version of this great field guide

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Medicinal Plants of the Mountain Wes...
Michael Moore
Best Price $16.38
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This is a well researched, accurate and academic portrayal of the henna plant, Lawsonia spp., through the ages. The author not only discusses the use of henna as art and dye but as medicine, perfume and ritual. You can also learn more about this book and henna at www.anakee.com 

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Henna's Secret History
Marie Anakee Miczak
Best Price $17.90
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Need inspiration for your garden? Visit 10 exceptional herb gardens, most of which are also designed as education centers. Learn about the herbalists who planted the garden and what their favorite herbs are. This book is sure to set you thinking about your own garden

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The Herbalist's Garden
Shatoiya & Rick De La Tour
Best Price $10.97
or Buy New $26.12

 



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Herbal Contraindications And Drug Interactions
Francis Brinker, N...
Best Price $15.99
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A driving force in the field of herbs, Rosemary Gladstar has put some of her vast knowledge on paper to share with all of us. Find useful information on health, home remedies and herbal history.

family herbal

Rosemary Gladstar's Family Herbal
Rosemary Gladstar
Best Price $14.90
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picts/essential aromatherapy

Essential Aromatherapy
Susan E. Worwood
Best Price $0.32
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drug induced nutrient depletion

Drug-Induced Nutrient Depletion Handbook.
Ross Pelton, James...
Best Price $399.99
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For a more scientific view of herbalism. Pharmcognosy
used to be a class taught in pharmacy schools.

pharmacognosy

Trease & Evans' Pharmacognosy
William Charles Evans
Best Price $116.19
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Have you reached a point in your career where you have the need for additional information in the sciences? Understanding basic chemistry principles and anatomy & physiology is important for the herbalist and those involved in formulation. Try one of the following books:

A question and answer format starting with basic principles
and working up from there.

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An Introduction to Chemistry for Biology Students
George I. Sackheim...
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A beginning level but thorough text

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Essentials of Human Anatomy and Phys...
Elaine N. Marieb
Best Price $49.94
or Buy New $102.79

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