Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine 4 vols

Authoritative, objective and in tune with the subjects that matter to students and researchers, The Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine presents unbiased information on alternative and complementary medical practices. Covering all aspects of the subject, the Encyclopedia identifies and explains the many types of alternative medicine being practiced today, from acupuncture to yoga. Nearly 750 entries are included in the Encyclopedia covering therapies, diseases/conditions and herbs/remedies. Full color photographs appear throughout, including those depicting the various plants and herbs from which many alternative medications are derived.