<P>"A book is like a garden carried in the pocket." ¿ Chinese proverb </P><P>This Chinese proverb simply means: Reading helps strengthen one¿s intellect, which correlates with the feeling one will have, once they have read this book. <STRONG>Medicinal Plants in Cosmetics, Health and Disease</STRONG> describes diseases and ailments occurring in individuals worldwide including acne, ageing, various cancers, eczema and other conditions. This book explains each disease and ailment, allowing the reader to gain a better perspective on misunderstood and underestimated assumptions accompanying the ailment or condition. Not only does this book present information on different diseases and ailments, it presents a variety of plants and plant-based compounds demonstrating potential health benefits. </P><P><STRONG>Features:</STRONG></P><UL><P><LI>Provides details on a broad range of diseases and conditions prevalent throughout the world. </LI><P></P></UL><P></P><UL><P><LI>Includes information on ho