Written by renowned ethnobotanist James A. Duke, CRC Handbook of Medicinal Spices provides a systematic review of more than 60 important medicinal spice plants. Presenting the science behind the folklore, Duke lists the phytochemicals in each spice that may contribute to its therapeutic value. He also includes market and import data, culinary uses, ecology and cultural information, and discusses at length the use of spices as antiseptics and antioxidants. Each entry includes scientific and common names, medicinal activities and indications, and other uses.