The Male Herbal: Health Care for Men and Boys (Paperback)

~ (Author) "There is relatively little specific information concerning herbs and folk wisdom for male health-care presently available in the literature of our western cultures..." (more)
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Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

"There is relatively little specific information concerning herbs and folk wisdom for male health-care presently available," writes Green. He's right, and he has succeeded quite well in correcting this perceived lack. There's a wealth of information here on topics most herbal books don't touch--men's sexual and emotional health--as well as discussion of areas of concern for both sexes such as stress and hypertension. Green includes some basic male biology often missing from this type of book. His chapter covering specific plants and their actions and uses is clear and contains occasional warnings. He also explains how to make infusions, decoctions, tinctures, etc. Green preaches a global holistic medicine: that taking care of our planet is necessary for all of us to flourish. Recommended for alternative health care collections.
- Katharine Galloway Garstka, Intergraph Corp., Huntsville, Ala.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Review

"THE MALE HERBAL is more than an outstanding book for men's health care. It is an infusion of wit and wisdom, a balm for the soul of everyone, no matter the gender. James Green is an honest herbalist and a true teacher. This book will become like a familiar friend, ready and waiting to offer counsel, comfort, and expertise."-Cascade Anderson Geller, Herbalist and director of Herbs as Rewarding Companions "Although geared to men and boys, this book is so full of insights for maintaining health and vitality that all sexes will benefit from it. Beautifully written, it is a must for anyone seeking to understand holistic health." -Candis Cantin, Herbalist and author of Pocket Guide to Ayurvedic Healing"THE MALE HERBAL opens up the world of self-care with herbs for men. Veteran herbalist James Green explains the male reproductive anatomy and function, discusses common health conditions that specifically affect men, and introduces the reader to the materials and methods of the holistic herbalist."-Paul Bergner, editor of Medical Herbalism Journal


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Product Details

• Paperback: 340 pages
• Publisher: Crossing Press; 2nd edition (April 1, 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0895944588
• ISBN-13: 978-0895944580
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #465,206 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One Stop Shopping on Herbs Specific for Men, May 22, 1998

By	derek ([e-mail]) (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews

The sub-title for this book is "Herb Care for Men & Boys" but the book does far more than this. Its is an excellent source of information about specific ailments afflicting men and what can be done about them. His style of writing is most enjoyable as the topics, herbal suggestions with recipes, and use of technical herbal terminology is presented in a real home-style fashion. Reading it made me think of an old friend who was giving good natured advice to me. There are sections on how to pick the right herb, how to prepare the herbs (infusion, decoction, etc), on Wholistic way of life vs Allopathic MD treatments, a pictoral glossary of the herbs, informative glossary, and wonderful folklore & herbal recipes for most every male complaint. There is so much no available on "women's" complaints & herbal treatments, but so very little on the male counterpart.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Build your collection around this book!, July 5, 1998

By A Customer

James Green has created an exhaustive index of herbs in a book I've gone back to hundreds of times. Very readable and down-to-earth, James combines good science with great advice. Includes much information of male-specific maladies (e.g. prostate) and insights into lifestyles that contribute to problems. Many recipies for daily herbal health-maintanance are tried and true. Simply the best and my personal favorite.

14 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Prostate, anyone?, June 16, 2005

By	Erika Larson-Bean (Vermont) - See all my reviews

I bought this book in an attempt to locate herbal remedies specifically designed for my husband in mind. That is not what I found with this book. This book has two primary themes throughout the whole book: Prostate and erectile dysfunction. There are almost little to no remedies for men that are not prostate nor erectile dysfunction related. I understand that those are two concerns for men. If that is what you are seeking in a book, then the "Male Herbal" is for you. If you, like me, are looking for a book with more helpful remedies I suggest that, like me, you look elsewhere.