Ix Hmen U Tzaco Ah Maya: Maya Herbal Medicine is written by Aurora Garcia Saqui, a well-known natural healer in Belize. She was trained by her grand-uncle, the famous Don Eligio Panti in traditional Maya medicine. A Yucatec Maya who grew up in rural Belize, she is adamant about practicing and conserving her Maya culture, which is reflected in her descriptions of Maya remedies for illnesses and complaints. Included are photos and descriptions of all the plants used in this book of Maya traditional healing.