Herbs Demystified: A Scientist Explains How the Most Common Herbal Remedies Really Work (Demystified)

"the bias against herbs etc is quite revealing. does this author work for the drug companies? most of her comments are "unscientific" in the sense that her science is based on American studies and disregards other studies.Anything negative is emphasized and anything positive is qualified.She will write that of the 100 studies most were not strictly scientific,therefore one can not rely on them etc. What about the 10-20 studies that were done scientifically? What do they say? If an herb shows some positive benefit,she will state that it can not be proved and therefore may not be accurate. But if there is some negative about the herb, she will state stay away from it,again,without any scientific studies to support her claim.She is the type of "scientist"that 200 years ago would say that the idea of bacteria-invisible organisms-causing disease is ridiculous because they can not be seen and no studies have ever proven that. Her opinion of homeopathy-that it is nothing but a placebo effect says it all. Her " science " is that of a mind in a strait jacket;no imagination, no concern for health matters, that may work but have not been "proven" yet.One should look for this book in a book store, read about an herb one is familiar with and then decide whether one wants to waste money on this book.Some of the science is interesting,but her conclusions are anemic intellectually. "
~ Written on 2008-05-05

"This book covers many herbs, but there are a few others that I hoped would be in the book. However, it is research based and is written at a level which should be understood by most people. The author incorporates good humor with bottom-line summary of what research has to report for the herbs covered."
~ Written on 2008-01-12

" This is simply a great resource. I have found it to be very useful for validating research on herbal medicine or in investigating the practical application and efficacy of renowned herbal remedies. Highly recommended for those interested in phytomedicine. "
~ Written on 2007-08-31

"It's a very interesting and sober reading, gives you a great knowledge and finesse before taking herbs unknown to you."
~ Written on 2007-05-16

"Definitely one of the better books on these subjects. Good consistent format as the author systematicaly goes through each herb- increased my understanding of how these substances may be used or misused. This book is a must have for anyone supplimenting with herbs- it helps you know what kind of questions you should be asking about any suppliment you may be considering so that even if it isn't covered in this book you know what you don't know before you go searching for answers. It really made me skeptical about other books I ordered which recommend everything on the shelf to everyone. I recommend everyone obtain this book and confront herbalists and other authors with the insights you gain from this book before blindly supplimenting. "
~ Written on 2007-02-19