This book investigates the efficacy and safety of complementary and alternative cardiovascular medicine. It provides background and rationale for various alternative therapies, critically examines the evidence supporting their use, and details potential interactions with conventional treatments, covering a range of herbs and supplements.

The book is structured to provide clinicians and patients with a factual basis for evaluating alternative cardiovascular treatments. Its focus on evidence and potential interactions suggests a practical, evidence-based approach to integrative cardiology. The content aims to inform decision-making regarding the incorporation of these therapies alongside conventional medical care.