Herbs Challenges in Chemistry and Biology |
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Editor:
| Wang, Mingfu Ho, Chi-Tang Hwang, Lucy Sun Sang, Shengmin |
Series title: | ACS Symposium Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-8412-3930-2 |
Publication Date: | Jan 2006 |
Publisher: | American Chemical Society
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $275.00 |
Book Description:
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Herbs have been widely used for centuries to promote good health and treat disease in Asian countries. Indeed, the general population of both Eastern and Western countries are beginning to use herbs more frequently. International health organizations and governmental agencies such as WHO and the U.S. FDA, respectively, have recognized the consumer popularity of herbal products. In response, scientists must recognize the need to assure the efficacy and safety oftraditional herbal...
More DescriptionHerbs have been widely used for centuries to promote good health and treat disease in Asian countries. Indeed, the general population of both Eastern and Western countries are beginning to use herbs more frequently. International health organizations and governmental agencies such as WHO and the U.S. FDA, respectively, have recognized the consumer popularity of herbal products. In response, scientists must recognize the need to assure the efficacy and safety oftraditional herbal remedies through modern research. Thus, herbal products should be continually researched as the basis for development of both high quality dietary supplements and new medicines. This book intends to address some of the current developments in herbal research.