Plants R Cures: An Almanac of Plants & MedicinePlants R Cures explores the intersection of plants and medicine—now and in the past—while also offering a practical guide to the use of herbs to treat a large variety of ailments, from small to catastrophic. Dr Gordon tells us which plants promote good health and which ones you will be wise to avoid. The book also features anecdotal patient cases from his storied practice and world travels. With an almanac-style format and an abundance of graphics, this engaging book is designed to speak to laypeople and academics alike. |
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