Natural Health Complete Guide to Safe Herbs: What Every Consumer Should Know About Interactions and Side Effects for Hundreds of Herbs, Drugs, Supplements, and Foods

"It seems it's always about 2:00 a.m. on a weekend that a family member suddenly awakens with a common ailment that nevertheless requires Dr. Mom to "do something" now! The "Complete Guide To Safe Herbs" provides indispensable knowledge needed to prepare for these times and others - what to have on hand, and then explains how to use the Creator's all natural "pharmacy."

Additionally, this marvelous volume provides descriptions of herbs, "Don't mix with," "Do take with," and "Keep in mind" comprehensive sections. There are "Herbs for special cases," "Buyer beware," "Drug-herb interactions" and potential interactions, plus a host of other types of hard-to-find but easily understood info, and all in one place! (Dr. Meletis has done the extensive research for us.) Of course, it also includes an essential, inclusive index.

Also importantly, the book's scientifically sound truths lay to rest some perhaps unsafe "old wives' tales" and factoids.

I treasure my gift copy of this gorgeous, impressive hardback. It is appropriate for the young as well as the young at heart. Lovely for display in any room, "Complete Guide To Safe Herbs" makes learning about herbs a joy!

Sylvia W. Zook, MS, PhD
Author of "Eatin' After Eden - The Meat of the Word"
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~ Written on 2008-09-29

"With Allopathic medicine (regular medicine) proving to be miraculous in some situations. At the same time in other situations its proving to be too strong, too much and causing too many side effects. Welcome in herbal medicine as kind of a similar but more sensitive way to treat many of the same problems.

Welcome in a book like this which keeps it simple. Yes simple, yet has very valuable information about herbs and drug interactions and even talks about which herbs are safer than others. A fantastic book to have on hand if you are interested in the wonderful world of herbal medicine. "
~ Written on 2006-02-13

"I'm so pleased to tell readers that this book was so pleasurable to read that I read it cover to cover the day it arrived. I started on an herb regiment four months ago (thanks to webmd.com), much to the dismay of my rheumatologist and cardiologist as I was already on fifteen prescription pills a day. With the help of the herbs I've been able to cut those pills in half. But I, too, was concerned about my ignorance as to the possible incompatibility of my newly found herbs with my doctor's advice and pills. Thanks to this book, we can all rest assured that I'm not messing with a dangerous mixture. Absolutely one hundred percent of my prescriptions were listed in the book and found to be safe with the herbs I'm now taking daily. The book is beautifully written with colorful pictures and easy-to cross-reference drugs, herbs, foods, etc. and their interactions with one another. At the end, a bonus that I had not expected: a long list of ailments offered to the reader who may have he or she's own agenda for wanting to try an alternative path to wellness. The mystery of these age-old remedies, that our ancestors probably used, is quickly unraveled in a written format simple enough for a child to understand. And, if I'm not mistaken, the author never once promised to cure cancer, etc. That would have been a giant signal to me that I was dealing with a quack. It is what it is, a guide to herbal usage. It's my new favorite book! P.S. Thank you to the previous on-line critics who lead me through the maze of self-help books to this very special one."
~ Written on 2006-01-13

"Being as the publisher is Dorling Kindersley, the book is well laid out and beautifully illustrated. Being as the authors are medically qualified, the book is comprehensive and user-friendly. Very good book indeed."
~ Written on 2004-10-20

"This book is necessary for anyone even considering using herbs and herbal remedies for their family. It gives you interactions herba can have with prescription medication, other herbs, vitamins and minerals, even interactions with food!!! I have several other definitive herb books, but this is a must have. It also lists herbs that are safe for Children,the Elderly, and Pregnant Women,as well as the Herbs you should not use."
~ Written on 2004-05-18