| Anthraquinones in Plants: Source, Safety and Applications in Gastrointestinal Health Revised Edition Contributor(s): Delmulle, Luc (Author), Demeyer, Kris (Author) |
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ISBN: 1897676328 ISBN-13: 9781897676325 Publisher: Nottingham University Press OUR PRICE: $41.53 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Medical | Gastroenterology - Medical | Alternative & Complementary Medicine - Science | Life Sciences - Biology |
| Dewey: 616.342 |
| LCCN: 2010444876 |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 6.7" W x 9.5" (1.00 lbs) 170 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Unique and informative, this reference reviews the scientific knowledge related to the main plant species used to support gastrointestinal health through their stool-promoting and laxative effects. Botanical, chemical, and clinical aspects are considered in addition to pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and safety concerns. Discussing a variety of species--including Senna, Rheum, Frangula and Aloe--this account will appeal to academics, physicians, pharmacists, and herbalists. |