Herbs, holism, and science -- Classification of medicinal plants -- An introduction to phytochemistry -- Carbohydrates -- Lipids -- Terpenes -- Polyphenols -- Alkaloids -- Pharmacology -- Toxicty, contraindications, and safety -- The formulation and preparation of herbal medicines -- A model of holistic herbal medicine -- The digestive system -- The cardiovascular system -- The respiratory system -- The nervous system -- The urinary system -- The reproductive system -- The musculoskeletal system -- The skin -- The immune system -- The endocrine system -- Phytotherapy and the elderly -- Phytotherapy and children -- Herbal actions -- Materia medica.