Books by Thomas S. C. Li

Written by renowned expert and author Thomas S.C. Li, Taiwanese Native Medicinal Plants presents critical information for assessing the medicinal potential of Taiwanese herbs. A comprehensive review of chemical constituents, toxicity, and therapeutic values, the book focuses on documentation of the chemical components present and their therapeutic

One of the most complete compendiums on Chinese herbs, this edition covers 130 more herbs, bringing the total to more than 1800 species of Chinese herbs and more than 700 species of related North American herbs. Compiled from scattered sources in the Chinese and Western literature, the book organizes entries by Latin name, followed by the Chinese and English terms as well as the major constituents and therapeutic values for each herb. It then lists North American herbs belonging to the same species or genus as the Chinese counterpart.

A compendium of Chinese herbs that covers more than 1800 species of Chinese herbs and more than 700 species of related North American herbs. It presents major constituents and therapeutic values, with the data arranged alphabetically by Latin name followed by the common Chinese and English names.

Features information on therapeutic and nutritional values for more than 200 species of fruits and vegetables. This work presents flavonoid, isoflavone, and carotenoid content in raw vegetables as well as human nutritional values including protein, vitamins, and minerals. It provides nutritional information for countering and preventing disease.