[.ca] One Earth Herbal Sourcebook (ISBN 1575666170)

One of the best herb books ever written:
I have a degree in Chinese herbs and at least 50 books on herbs. This is one of the best. The author reviews Chinese, Western and Ayurvedic herbs. He includes research and little known facts about the herbs. There are chapters on different diseases and the herbs that will treat them, including HIV, cancer, diabetes and thyroid problems. There is a great explanation of the immune system, with each component explained very clearly, along with herbs that have been proven to affect that specific function. Which herbs boost interferon and which ones boost NK cells? What is tumor necrosis factor and what herbs stimulate it? There is a seamless integration of Naturopathic and allopathic. For example: Cases of hyperthyroidism and of hypothyroidism were confirmed via blood test. Hyperthyroidism correlated with a yin deficiency diagnosis and hypothyroidism with a yang deficiency diagnosis. As would be expected. Everyone who loves herbs should have a copy of this book!!!!

Excellent scientific based information:
By far the most scientific based compilation of information on herbology. Dr. Tillotson provides clear, organized information in a systems based format. As an osteopathic physician I highly recommend this source to all medical professionals interested in integrated western and eastern approaches to health and disease.

The One Earth Herbal Sourcebook by Tillotson:
The Volcanic Colloidal Desert Juice concoction is referenced. This juice fights against cancer, arthritis, heart disease, back pain, fibromyalgia, fungal infections and immune disorders. There is a National Nutritional Foods Association which watches herbal preparations and animal byproducts containing minerals. Herbal preparations require comprehensive disclosure as to contraindications. Natural blood thinners are kale, parsley, spinach etc. Thyroid herbs are betal leaf, coleus root, lemon balm leaf and root bark. Antimicrobials reduce bacteria. An example would be oregano. Dandelion leaf stimulates the production of urine. This work is an important compendium on herbal preparations, their benefits, contraindications and use in the context of alternative/complementary medicine and conventional medicine. The book is a worthy purchase for a wide constituency of health buffs.

An Awesome Reference:
This book is amazing. It offers in-depth, well-referenced information. The contents are priceless!

A Truly Remarkable Book:
This is a truly remarkable book.In a sense it is an encyclopedic treatment of herbology for the layman, and a reference book for the specialist. One correctly gets the impression that the author and his two co-authors really know what they are talking about. The book is based on an extensive knowledge about herbs, and considerable clinical experience. It covers the area of herbal treatment comprehensively. The content is well organized and information is clearly presented.The index is lengthy and detailed. The Appendix conveniently lists herbs, according to their physiological action, by their common and Latin names. The Resource Guide. is unusually comprehensive. It is a pleasure to recommend this book. Albert Schatz, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus Temple University.