Introduction
Herbal Medicine: Back to the Future compiles expert reviews on the application of herbal medicines (including Ayurveda, Chinese traditional medicines and alternative therapies) to treat different ailments. The book series demonstrates the use of sophisticated methods to understand traditional medicine, while providing readers a glimpse into the future of herbal medicine.
The second volume in the series continues on the theme of the previous volume, focusing on herbal remedies for cardiovascular health. The topics included in this volume are:
- - Plants used for treating cardiovascular diseases in the Iberian Peninsula and Balearic Islands
- - Herbal products for treating hypertension and hyperlipidemia
- - Medicinal plants and the Mediterranean diet for treating obesity related cardiovascular disorders
- - Traditional Indian cardiovascular medicine
