Lists with This Book. It has all of the relevant information, including discussion of preparation methods, traditional indications, classical text sources It also provides information about other commonly-used names and historical background. Expanded commentary offers in-depth analysis and places each herb in its clinical context through rich historical references. Herbs are grouped in chapters by function, with expanded summaries and tables for contrast and comparison. This presents a more three-dimensional picture of how each herb is actually used. Books by Dan Bensky. 
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Jul 26, Eric Grey rated it it was amazing Shelves: Each herb is identified by is pharmaceutical, pinyin, botanical, and family names, as well as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and English common names.
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A bit heavyshould be print in a pocket size. Published September 1st by Eastland Press first published Not mzteria is it exhaustive and well-organized, but the breadth of information and its clarity make it the must-go reference in Chinese Herbology in the West.
This is an amazing resource, I just wish there was any possible way to read this in bed. Great Reference for Chinese Herbs. To ask other readers questions about Chinese Herbal Medicineplease sign up.
This book is not for everyone. Materia Medica by Dan Bensky.
Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica by Dan Bensky
Expanded commentary offers in-depth analysis and places each herb in its clinical context through rich historical references.
Just buy this book! I used this book for 2 years in my studies and will continue to use for the rest of my life.
Saad Baslom rated it it was amazing Nov 18, BB rated it it was amazing Oct 05, It mateeria not for me. It is a good book for beginners, the dosages for the formulas are wrong and should never be used. This provides a quick overview of essential information.
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AS reference books go, this was pretty good. Amos Senesac rated it it was amazing May 09, Drawing from a wide range of sources, both classical and modern, this edition provides unparalleled perspective and detail that goes far beyond what is available elsewhere to the Western practitioner.
Herbs are grouped in chapters by function, with expanded summaries and tables for contrast and comparison. I read this book every day.
The mechanisms of action underlying important combinations, and comparisons with similar herbs, provide a broader context for understanding how the herb can be used with optimal effect.
Materia Medica is designed to give practitioners the information they need to mateeria with greater understanding and confidence. Louise Carlson Stowell rated it it was amazing Sep 01, Thanks for telling us about the problem.
The pros as I can see them: Wetmarble rated it really liked it Feb 21, Carpenter rated mateia really liked it Feb 12, Having studied with notes from teachers and other books, this is always the one I go to.
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