Bountiful Herbs: A Comprehensive Materia Medica, Volume 1 (A–K)

The Print Books are a Two Volume Series due to printing page limits. Make sure you have Volumes 1 and 2. The Kindle Book has both volumes combined.Bountiful Herbs: A Comprehensive Materia Medica is the print evolution of the Bountiful Herbs Botanical Medicine Database, built over years of clinical practice by Dr. Michael Hummel, a naturopathic physician specializing in integrative oncology, regenerative wellness, and longevity medicine. This First Edition brings together traditional wisdom and modern research into a single, beautifully organized reference that belongs on the shelf of every serious herbalist, practitioner, and student of botanical medicine.WHAT'S INSIDE451 complete botanical monographs, each following a standardized clinical format: common and Latin names, plant part used, energetics, taste profile, primary and secondary actions, indications and symptoms, contraindications, safety flags, preparation and dosage, key constituents, clinical notes, and published references. Every monograph is accompanied by a botanical illustration and includes space for your own notes.28 condition-specific combination formulas organized by body system, drawing from Eclectic, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurvedic, and modern clinical herbalism traditions. Covering respiratory, digestive, cardiovascular, nervous system, musculoskeletal, immune, endocrine, urinary, reproductive, skin, oncology support, detoxification, and adaptogenic formulas...each with ingredients, ratios, preparation methods, dosage, clinical notes, and contraindications.78 blank formula worksheets so you can develop, document, and refine your own clinical formulas over time. Each worksheet provides structured space for up to eight herbs with parts and roles, preparation method, dosage, clinical notes, and contraindications.7 cross-referenced indexes that turn this book into a powerful clinical search engine: by herbal action (252 actions), by indication and symptom (879 entries), by body system, by energetics, by taste, by safety category (pregnancy, lactation, and low-dose flags), and by Latin name.WHO THIS BOOK IS FORWhether you are a practicing herbalist looking for a reliable desk reference, a integrative medicine student building your botanical foundation, or a self-learner who wants real clinical data rather than vague generalizations...this book was written for you. The format is rigorous enough for professional use and accessible enough for anyone willing to learn.A BOOK MEANT TO BE USEDDr. Hummel designed this book to be written in. Every monograph includes space for notes. Every formula is followed by space and some limited blank formula worksheets are there for one reason: the best formulas you will ever use are the ones you develop yourself through study, practice, and careful attention. This is not a book to keep pristine on a shelf. It is a working tool for anyone serious about the healing power of plants.Dr. Michael Hummel, NMD, is the founder of Hummel Medical in Ashland, Oregon, where he practices regenerative wellness and longevity medicine. He holds degrees in Chemistry and Biology from Northern Arizona University and his naturopathic medical degree from Sonoran University of Health Sciences. His training includes a three-year residency and additional years of intensive integrative oncology training. He is the creator of the Bountiful Herbs Botanical Medicine Database, co-host of the SpiritRx Podcast, and a writer whose work bridges clinical science and philosophical reflection.Vis Medicatrix Naturae...the healing power of nature.The goal of the monographs was to be concise but thorough and allow for personal notes to be written. Unfortunately, the cost of print of such large manuals is very high. Hummelmed.com/bountiful-herbs has the full database available for free use and perusal. Read more