**Title: Herbal Remedies: A Guide to Safe and Effective Herbal Medicine** **Author: Nadezhda Stogova** Nadezhda Stogova is a renowned herbalist and the author of over twenty books on phytotherapy. After publishing several articles in "Vestnik ZOZh," she received more than a thousand letters from readers. Many expressed their gratitude for including contraindications in her herbal recipes, emphasizing the crucial point that what serves as a remedy for one person can be poison for another. Before embarking on any treatment, it is essential to understand the potential side effects of herbs and assess how your body may react to them. This book serves as a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the world of herbal medicine safely and effectively, warning you against common pitfalls in herbal treatments. **Contents:** - Introduction - People and Plants - Myths and Realities of Herbal Healing - Harvesting Raw Materials and Preparing Remedies - Ethics of Herb Gathering - Self-Medication - Indications and Contraindications - Active Components of Plants - Alkaloids - Bitters - Essential Oils - Flavonoids - Tannins - Glycosides - Silicic Acid - Saponins - Mucilage - Vitamins, Minerals, and Other Compounds - Caution: Healing Herbs! - Aconite: Description, Symptoms of Poisoning, Emergency Aid - Hemlock: Description, Symptoms of Poisoning, Emergency Aid - Poisonous Water Hemlock: Description, Symptoms of Poisoning, Emergency Aid - Hellebore: Description, Symptoms of Poisoning, Emergency Aid - Common Datura: Description, Symptoms of Poisoning, Emergency Aid - Other Plants - Conclusion Prepare to delve into the fascinating yet intricate world of herbal medicine with Nadezhda Stogova as your guide, ensuring you make informed and safe choices on your healing journey.