Herbalist Version 2, The (PC, CD-ROM) Hopkins Technology - 1994 USA, Canada Release

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Herbalist Version 2, The
Packaging cover Herbalist Version 2, The.
Product ID 12456-11010
Product UPC 012456110103
Platform(s) PC
Media CD-ROM
Copyright date 1994
Publisher(s) Hopkins Technology
Category(s) Health, Medical, Alternative Medicine, Herbs
Country of Origin United States of America

Description from the packaging.

The definitive source of information on therapeutic herbalism as practiced in Europe and as taught in North America.
By David L. Hoffmann, B.Sc., M.N.I.M.H., author of The New Holistic Herbal.

Includes:

  • Basic principles.
  • Human systems.
  • Actions.
  • Herbal Materia Medica.

Multimedia presentation with color photography, music and sound. Narration by David L. Hoffman.

What's in The Herbalist.
This CD-ROM introduces and describes the skilled use of herbal medicines within a holistic perspective. Anyone involved in health care, whether practitioner or patient, can benefit from this detailed, yet easy-to-use program.

Basic Principles.

  • Herbalism: Gaia in action.
  • Selection Criteria (How to choose the right herb).
  • Classification of Medicinal Plants.
  • The Formulation and Preparation of Herbal Medicines.
  • Sources of Phytotherapeutic Information.
    • A Herbal Bibliography.
    • Herbal Contacts Around the World.

Human Systems.

  • The Digestive System.
    • Apthous Ulcers.
    • Gingivitis.
    • Oesophagitis and Gastroesophageal Reflux.
    • Gastritis.
    • Peptic Ulceration.
    • Hiatus Hernia.
    • Functional Dyspepsia.
    • Phytotherapy and the Colon.
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (Spastic Colon, Mucous Colitis).
    • Ulcerative Colitis.
    • Constipation.
    • Diarrhea.
    • Appendicitis.
    • Diverticlulitus.
    • The Liver.
      • Phyto-Therapy Research and Liver Disease.
      • Carduus Marianum and Silymarin.
      • Schiandra Chinensis Lignoids.
      • Bupleurum Falcatum and Saikosaponins.
    • Jaundice.
    • Hepatitis.
    • Cirrhosis.
    • Cholecystitis.
    • Cholelithiasis.
    • Hemorrhoids.
  • The Cardio-Vascular System.
    • Primary Actions for the Cardio-Vascular System.
    • Generalied Cardio-Vascular Disorders.
    • Disease of the Heart.
    • Peripheral Vascular Disorders.
  • The Lower Respiratory System.
    • Cough.
    • Bronchitis (Acute).
    • Bronchitis (Chronic).
    • Pertussis.
    • Asthma.
    • Emphysema.
  • The Upper Respiratory System.
    • The Common Cold (Acute Orya).
    • Influenza.
    • Hay Fever (Allergenic Rhinitis).
    • Sinusitis.
    • Laryngitis.
    • Tonsillitis.
  • The Nervous System.
    • What is Stress?
      • How to recognize stress.
      • Managing stress: An Overview.
      • Stress and the Adaptogens.
      • Relaxation techniques.
      • Herbal remedies and stress management.
    • Depression.
    • Insomnia.
    • Withdrawal from Benodiaepines (Valium type tranquillizers).
    • Anorexia Nervosa.
    • Headache.
    • Migraine.
    • Neuritis (Peripheral Neuropathy).
    • Tinnitus.
    • Motion Sickness.
    • Shingles.
  • The Urinary System.
    • Herbs and the Urinary System.
    • Diuretics for Different Parts of the Body.
    • A selection of important Diuretics.
    • Health and illness in the Urinary System.
    • Frequency.
    • Dysuria.
    • Hermaturia.
    • Water Retention, Edema.
    • Cystitis.
    • Urinary Calculus.
  • The Reproductive System.
    • Emmenagogues- are they or are they not?
    • Herbal Emmenagogues.
    • Uterine Tonics.
    • Ammenorrhoea and Dysmenorrhoea.
    • Partus Preparator.
    • Child Birth (Labor and After Labor).
    • Threatened Miscarriage.
    • Amenorrhea.
    • Dysmenorrhea.
    • Metrorrhagia.
    • Pre Menstrual Tension.
    • Menopause.
    • Herbs, Fertility and Contraception.
    • Zoapatle.
    • Chinese Research (Reproduction).
    • Indian Research (Reproduction).
    • Infertility.
    • Phytotherapeutic approaches to infertility.
    • Pregnancy.
      • Herbs to avoid during pregnancy.
      • Discomforts of Pregnancy.
        • The First Trimester.
        • The Second and Third Trimester.
      • Post Partum.
      • Endometriosis.
      • Fibrocystic Disease (FCD).
    • The Male Reproductive System.
    • Musculo-Skeletal System.
      • Primary Actions for the Musculo-Skeletal System.
      • Inflammation and Arthritis.
      • Arthritis.
      • Rheumatism-Myalgia.
      • External Applications for Musculo-Skeletal Problems.
      • Osteo-Arthritis.
      • Rheumatoid Arthritis.
      • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.
      • Herbs and Treatment of Systemic Lupus.
      • Erythematosus.
      • Gout.
      • Bursitis and Tendinitis.
    • Skin.
      • Topical Applications.
      • Skin Lesions.
      • Eczemz-Dermatitis.
      • Psoriasis.
      • Acne.
      • Psoriatic Arthritis.
      • Dandruff.
      • Dry Skin.
      • Bruises.
    • Immunity, Holism and Phyto-Therapy.
      • The Herbal Possibilities in Immunology.
      • A Phyto-Therapeutic approach to the Immune System.
      • An Herbal contribution to Preventative Medicine.
      • The Immune System and its specific problems.
    • Infections.
      • A General Approach to Infection.
      • Shingles.
      • Infections in the Genito-Urinary System.
      • Infection in the Skin.
      • Fungal Skin Infections.
      • Cancer.
      • Phytotherapy and the Endocrine Glands.

Phytotherapy and Children.

      • Measles (Rubeola).
      • Chicken Pox (Varicella).
      • Digestive System.
      • Colic.
      • Hot Castor Oil Rub.
      • Constipation.
      • Diarrhea.
      • Indigestion.
      • Nausea.
      • Respiratory System.
      • Nervous System.
      • Hyperactivity.
      • Skin.
      • Diaper Rash.
      • Cradle Cap (Seborrheic Dermatitis).
      • Impetigo.
      • Mumps.
      • Otitis Media (Middle Ear Infection).
      • Urinary System: Bedwetting (Enuresis).
      • Fever.
    • Phytotherapy and the Elderly.
      • Psychology of Aging.
      • Spiritual and Socio-Economic Issues.
      • Toning and Nurturing Health in Elders.
      • Prescribing Issues Unique to Elders.
      • Cardio-Vascular System.
      • Respiratory System.
      • Nervous System.
      • Urinary System.
      • Muscular-Skeletal System.
      • Skin.
      • Prescription Drug Reactions.

Also Included:

    • Materia Medica with Citations.
    • Glossary.
    • English to Latin Names.
    • Latin to English Names.
    • Prefixes and Suffixes.
    • Herb Names and Plant Taxonomy.
    • Herbal Poetry by Jim Duke.
    • A Narrated Walk Through a Herb Garden.
    • Multimedia Presentation.
    • 171 Color Photos.

System Requirements

PC Windows 3.1
Required CPU AT 286
Required RAM 2MB
Requires Mouse Yes
Recommend RAM 4MB
Required Audio Yes
Supported Video EGA
VGA
VGA 256 Color
PC Windows 95
Required CPU 386DX
Required RAM 4MB
Requires Mouse Yes
Recommend RAM 8MB
Required Audio Yes
Supported Video VGA
VGA 256 Color

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