Herbal Medic: A Green Beret's Guide to Emergency Medical Preparedness and Natural First Aid (Book)
Posted: Sat Aug 14, 2021 2:09 am
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This book by Sam Coffman just came out:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/16358 ... g=bcusa-20
Coffman is a former Green Beret Medic, a long time herbalist and runs an Herbalism and Survival School. More than that, he went down to many 3rd World nations as part of relief efforts where he applied his skills clinically. I never met him, but this guy is the real deal.
I have his other book (which was expensive) but think that this new one is more appropriate for people here.
The First Part of the book is described as "Orthodox First Aid" and it is exactly that.
I consider the Second, and particularly the Third, Parts as the heart of this book.
The Second Part is entitled "Herbal First Aid." It deals with how to make herbal medicines and formulas.
The Third Part is called "The Herbal Medic in Action." It is about how to properly use those herbs and formulas in emergency situations. It deals with wounds, burns, bites, etc. But it also deals with things like infections and emergency childbirth.
The Fourth Part is entitled "Materia Medica." Most herbals have this kind of section. He goes over 70 herbs. It is well laid out and includes cautions/contra-indications. Unfortunately, he leaves out one of my favorite herbs which is Oil of Oregano--it is like a medicine chest in a bottle if you know how to use it. But that is not something that you can grow or make here in the States.
I think everybody on the site should have this book in their library--whether your primary interest is Bushcraft, Preparedness or Herbalism. This book is suitable for Beginner or Advanced Herbalist alike. I highly recommend it.
This book by Sam Coffman just came out:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/16358 ... g=bcusa-20
Coffman is a former Green Beret Medic, a long time herbalist and runs an Herbalism and Survival School. More than that, he went down to many 3rd World nations as part of relief efforts where he applied his skills clinically. I never met him, but this guy is the real deal.
I have his other book (which was expensive) but think that this new one is more appropriate for people here.
The First Part of the book is described as "Orthodox First Aid" and it is exactly that.
I consider the Second, and particularly the Third, Parts as the heart of this book.
The Second Part is entitled "Herbal First Aid." It deals with how to make herbal medicines and formulas.
The Third Part is called "The Herbal Medic in Action." It is about how to properly use those herbs and formulas in emergency situations. It deals with wounds, burns, bites, etc. But it also deals with things like infections and emergency childbirth.
The Fourth Part is entitled "Materia Medica." Most herbals have this kind of section. He goes over 70 herbs. It is well laid out and includes cautions/contra-indications. Unfortunately, he leaves out one of my favorite herbs which is Oil of Oregano--it is like a medicine chest in a bottle if you know how to use it. But that is not something that you can grow or make here in the States.
I think everybody on the site should have this book in their library--whether your primary interest is Bushcraft, Preparedness or Herbalism. This book is suitable for Beginner or Advanced Herbalist alike. I highly recommend it.
