Book of Ginseng

Code: BK1289

  Fulder, S.
  1993
  Chinese herbs - B03
  Chinese Medicine (B1-B4)

Description

Explores the healing properties of plant substances known in China;among these is the remarkable ginseng root well known for its ability to preserve sexual potency in men,to assist women through menopause,& to help general weakness.- S. Fulder.(93)328p

An Oxford-trained doctor of pharmacology, Stephen Fulder explores the healing properties of plant substances known in China as the 'kingly remedies'. Chief among these is the remarkable ginseng root, esteemed by the Chinese for almost seven thousands years as the most omnipotent of medical herbs. Ginseng is well known for its ability to preserve sexual potency ins menand rto assist women through menopause.

It is regarded as both a restorative and prophylactic and is the remedy of choice for general weakness of all kinds, including anemia, insomnia, depression, nervousness, and lack of appetite. It is also reputed ta have powerful short-term effects in treating stress and shock. For years the Russians have studied the benefits of ginseng and have used it successfully to improve athletic performance and to alleviate the effects of stress on astronauts.

Fulder also discusses the other kingly remedies, or plants, which-like ginseng-achieve their effect by improving inner equilibrium and revitalizing the body's immune system. In contrast to Western medicines, these remedies produce no debilitating side effects yet are effective in their treatment of numerous discases and imbalances. Confronted with the astronomical costs of medical care, the hazards of invasive procedures and therapies, and limitations of conventional medicine in treating imune discases, with this book you can rediscover the proven efficacy of these invaluable plant medicines.

Date reviewed

16/01/1994

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