Chapter 1. Background and content -- Chapter 2. The beginning of TCM in China and TCM herbalism -- Chapter 3. TCM theory and practice -- Chapter 4. Traditional Chinese medicinal herbs -- Chapter 5. Examples of TCM formulas used in Chinese medicine -- Chapter 6. Examples of single Chinese and botanical medicines derived from TCM -- Chapter 7. TCM safety and regulations -- Chapter 8. The current use of TCM in China, Hong Kong, and Southeast Asia -- Chapter 9. Global acceptance of TCM.