Synopses & Reviews
Praise for the previous edition:
A well written guide...Adds a special dimension to the existing reference literature., Library Journal
In the past decade
Synopsis
In the past decade, herbal remedies and foods have become more popular than ever. This volume offers a unique way of looking at herbal seasonings and condiments. It presents them as individual health products, each with the same types of nutritional, chemical, and medical benefits and side effects found in any vitamin supplement, prescription drug, or over-the-counter product.
Comprehensive and easy-to-read, the revised edition includes a new section on using herbs, spices, and condiments as remedies rather than seasonings, current information on herbal health products, and information on hazardous herbs, spices, and condiments.
Presented in A-to-Z format, each entry includes:
-- Basic information about the plant
-- How it is used as flavoring
-- How it affects your body
-- Benefits and adverse effects
-- Proper use of the herb, spice, or condiment
-- Plant/drug interactions
-- Information specifically for women who are pregnant or nursing.