Getting started : basic concepts for having success with herbal medicine

Herbal preparations : understanding the many ways to prepare and use herbs

Using fresh plants : harvesting, drying and using fresh herbs

Dried herbs : bulk herbs, capsules and tablets

Introduction to extractions : terms, equipment, solvents and calculations

Making basic extracts : extracting herbs in water, alcohol, glycerin and vinegar

Advanced extraction techniques : percolation extracts, fluid extracts and Soxhlet extracts

Topical preparations : oil-based extractions, topical and local applications

Other preparations : concentrates, lozenges and Chinese methods

Aromatherapy and flower essences : two unique ways to extract and use herbs

Formulas and dosages : designing herbal formulas and using herbs effectively

Sample formulas : some of Steven Horne and Thomas Easley's favorite formulas

Single herbs : instructions for preparing and using single herbs.