• Retains the same easy to follow format as the first edition






• Presents detailed comparisons and discussions of commonly used Chinese herbs








• Provides a series of thought-provoking questions with very detailed answers








• Structured to help the reader to learn and memorize the content more easily








• The easy-to-use question-andanswer format is convenient to apply in the consulting room








• Includes discussion of clinical applications to help with the practical use of the information in clinical setting








• Revised and updated with particular emphasis on the safe use of Chinese herbal medicines








• New appendices provide information on safe dosages, commonly used herbal

combinations and the meanings of Chinese words used in herbal names

• Provides a sound foundation for the study and practice of Chinese herbal medicine.