Author Description

"This new volume, Herbal Product Development: Formulation and Applications, addresses some of the challenges that hinder the path of successful natural products from laboratory to market. Highly skilled, experienced, and renowned scientists and researchers from around the globe offer up-to-date information that describes characteristics of herbs and herbal products, applications, evaluation techniques, and more. There is also a section dedicated to alternative medicinal strategies for the treatment and cure of diverse diseases. Also considered, of course, is the efficacy and safety of herbal products, which are of major concern. This valuable volume will be an important addition to the library of those involved in herbal product development and testing, including researchers, scientists, academicians, industry professionals, and students in this area. Key features: Presents an overview of development and characterization of herbal products Considers the obstacles in the way of herbal product commercialization Recommends a thorough scientific and systemic approach to attempting to ready a viable herbal product for the market Looks at possible side effects of popular plant products Discusses cancer therapeutics through drugs derived from nature along with interactions when co-administered with synthetic counterparts Explores the applications of medicinal mushrooms other than as food Describes the principles and applications of naturopathy"--