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Worldwide Trade in Herbal Products
CHAPTER OBJECTIVES
Hurdles to the Development of Medicinal Plant Trade
INTRODUCTION
Using plants for medicinal purposes has a long tradition dating back thousands of years in countries such as China and India. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) they still form the basis of traditional or indigenous health systems for majority of populations in most developing countries. Today in several parts of the world, there is growing credibility for traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Ayurveda, Unani and also for complementary or alternative ...
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