"Herbalist" is a popular science reference and educational publication dedicated to plants used in folk medicine and the traditions of various cultures in connection with oncological processes. The book contains information on 163 plants: their botanical characteristics, history, chemical composition, as well as ideas about their properties, as developed in folk traditions and healthy eating culture.
This publication is for informational, educational, and historical reference purposes only. It is not a medical manual, does not contain clinical recommendations, and is not intended for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any disease. The information presented reflects popular beliefs and has no proven medical efficacy. Oncological and other serious illnesses require prompt, qualified medical care; refusal of prescribed treatment or its replacement with folk remedies is dangerous to life and health. Many of the plants described are poisonous. Consult your physician before using any herbal remedy. This book is intended for a wide range of readers interested in botany, the history of herbalism, and folk culture.
Color illustrations of the plants described are included at the end of the book as a 30-page appendix.