M. : ANS, 1999. - 1555 pages . , il. "The Complete Encyclopedia of Traditional Medicine" is the only edition of its kind so far. in the national literature within the framework of one series of books , addressed to the mass reader , There has been no attempt to present such a vast body of knowledge and practical advice.[37] It is good for everyone, regardless of gender ,. Age, Religion or Education . Good health is the basis of a long, happy and fulfilling life . On this basis, the main goals to which we aspired in the preparation of the Encyclopedia were defined as follows: help the patient to improve his health, healthy - to stay in excellent physical shape, the elderly - to maintain vigor and, if possible, get rid of senile ailments, parents - to raise strong and cheerful children . " - from the publisher's foreword. The "Complete Encyclopedia of Traditional Medicine" contains numerous tips and recipes of traditional medicine and medical practice for the treatment of common diseases. The most interesting information from the health systems of various national schools and scientific theories devoted to the preservation of health and treatment of diseases, including non-traditional methods in Russia, is offered. Recipes and recommendations are designed for the possibility of their use at home using simple and easily accessible remedies and techniques. Volume 1 (section 1) discusses folk methods of treating common diseases. For ease of use, they are presented in alphabetical order from "A" to "I". Section 2 "How to raise a healthy child" is devoted to the preservation of health and moral education of children Volume 2 in section 3 deals with the promotion and preservation of women's health, in section 4 - folk methods and means of treating male diseases Special attention is paid to impotence . Section 5 is devoted to folk methods of treating skin diseases. Original recommendations of folk cosmetics without artificial chemicals are proposed in section 6. The necessary knowledge of each person from folk and medical practice in providing first aid in case of accidents is presented in section 7. Exciting issues of preserving youth are discussed in section 8. A large number of medicines are given, as well as recipes for their manufacture and use at home. The publication is addressed to a wide range of readers and doctors interested in folk medicine, herbal medicine and non-traditional methods of treatment.