Traditional Persian Medicine (TPM) is one of the oldest medical doctrines, globally known due to pioneering physicians and scientists. The greatest source of natural medicines in TPM originates from medicinal plants.
Therapeutic Medicinal Plants in Traditional Persian Medicine
provides a background on the history of TPM, as well as an introduction to 40 of the most popular medicinal plants used in TPM. It is a practical guide for readers interested in medicinal plants used in the prevention, management, and treatment of different diseases.
Features:
Includes both traditional therapeutic applications and modern evidence/ uses
Makes a comparison between preclinical and clinical studies
Provides information on major chemical constituents, therapeutic uses, adverse reactions, and safety for each plant species
A volume in the “Exploring Medicinal Plants” series, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, students, academicians, and scientists dealing witth medicinal plants, as well as for those interested in the fields of pharmacognosy, naturopathy, phytotherapy, and traditional medicines.