Herbs for Healthcare (application) CD-ROM introduces the herbal medicine as it is practiced today. Simplicity and clarity make this interactive CD-ROM a valuable introduction to an ancient yet still widely used branch of medicine. Each category of every herb explains: 1. the herb’s nature and taste; 2. its effect on the channels of the body; 3. its action and indications; 4. dosage and administration; 5. admonitions regarding its use. In each herb’s page, it covers: 1. Vivid photographs of both raw and processed herbs; 2. Name of herbs with sound in four languages: Latin, English, Chinese and Cantonese; 3. Word search function to ensure easy and quick rtrieval of data; 4. Concise descriptions both in plain English and in medical terms; 5. Convenient print function let you print out each selected category; 6. Using navigation function to select one of 238 most commonly used medicinal herbs, it’s nature and taste. WARNING: Herbs for Healthcare is a reference guide to Chinese Herbs. Herbal remedies discussed in this reference CD-ROM cannot and should not be the substitutes for professional medical treatment. Not everyone reacts the same way to the same herbs, so when in doubt, consult with your doctor.

Product Features

• 238 most commonly used medicinal herbs included.
• Vivid pictures of both raw and processed herbs for every herb on the list.
• Descriptions in plain English and in medical terms for each medicinal herb.
• Names of herbs with sound in four languages: Latin, English, Chinese, Cantonese.
• Easy retrieval of data with search function and convenient print function to print category.