Where can I find a scholarly source on medicinal uses of herbs?
November 23rd, 2009 | by Vitamin Advisor |
Gypsy Girl asked:
There are many web sites, but there is no telling where they got their information from. I want properly researched information on medicinal uses of herbs.
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There are many web sites, but there is no telling where they got their information from. I want properly researched information on medicinal uses of herbs.
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One Response to “Where can I find a scholarly source on medicinal uses of herbs?”
By toxdoc333 on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
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I recommend only one source on medicinal use of herbs. It is called the PDR for Herbal Medications, published by Medical Economics Company. This is the herbal version of the PDR (Physician’s Desk Reference) used by physicians, toxicologists, etc. It is the best and most authoritative source I have ever seen and makes it clear when an herb has demonstrated or simply reported effects to give the reader a fair and balance review.
You have to purchase this as a textbook (try Amazon or Barnes Nobel). It is expensive but it’s a longterm investment. The internet has lots to offer, but accurate, peer-reviewed scientific information is, for the most part lacking. Anyone can be an instant expert and put out information on a variety of subject of which they know little about (but have lots of opinions).