Herbal Treatment of Children
Western and Ayurvedic Perspectives

A practical guide to the safe and effective use of herbal medicines in pediatric primary care

Anne McIntyre (Author)

9780750651745, Elsevier Health Sciences

Paperback, published 26 August 2005

320 pages
24.6 x 18.9 x 2.1 cm, 0.67 kg

Overall, as a paediatrician, it was a great joy for me to read this book and it could be a good starting point for a conventional practitioner willing to adapt an integrative approach.

Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies 2006

Increasingly, healthcare professionals are encountering patients who are, or wish to be, taking herbal medicines. This book not only provides answers to frequently asked questions, but will also enable healthcare professionals to recommend safe alternatives to orthodox treatment if appropriate.

• A practical guide to the safe and effective use of herbal medicines in pediatric primary care, written by a respected and internationally known expert
• Easily accessible information ensures quick reference in practice
• Case histories and practical tips make this an essential companion for all professionals in primary care

Introduction
Understanding herbs
Herbs for the immune system
Herbs for the digestive system
Herbs for the nervous system
Herbs for the skin and eyes
Herbs for the urinary system
Herbal first aid
General considerations when treating children
The herbal pharmacy
Ailment and treatment chart
Resources.

Subject Areas: Traditional medicine & herbal remedies [VXHT], Complementary medicine [MX], Paediatric nursing [MQCL3], Nursing [MQC]