Chinese Herbal Medicine Author:Thomas Richard Joiner It is an easy and complete guide to treating common ailments. In a clear format and style, this book contains a historical overview, followed by an explanation of principles and diagnostic methods of chinese medicine. It discusses some ingredients frequently used in chinese herbal formulas and provides instructions on how to make an herbal decot... more »ion and medicinal wine. A chapter is devoted to listing common illnesses in alphabatical order, a brief discussion about the illness, and its symptons followed by the herbal formula used to treat it. Also included are a glossary of terms used in chinese medicine and perhaps unfamiliar to the layperson. Whether you are experienced in the use of herbal remedies or wish to broaden your current health care opportunity, this book will be a useful addition.« less