Chinese Herbal Consultation
The History of Chinese Herbal Medicine
Chinese herbal medicine has been in use for over 3000 years, steeped in a tradition that used empirical evidence (actual results) as a guide for its use and efficacy. The earliest known recording of herbal formulas dates to the end of the third century B.C.
The Chinese Apothecary: Herbs and Formulas
Currently, there are over 4000 herbs in the Chinese apothecary and about as many formulas using combinations of these herbs. Chinese herbs are safe and effective, working gently and bringing the body into balance without negative side effects.
Integration with Western Medicine
The use of Chinese herbal medicine is still widespread throughout Asia, commonly used alongside Western medicine to aid in difficult cases. Chinese herbs can usually be taken harmoniously with most Western medications, though you should consult your doctor before considering an herbal formulation.
How Chinese Herbal Formulas Work
A typical formula consists of an average of seven separate herbs that are cooked together to make a broth or tea. This tea is then divided into doses and taken over days or weeks to effect a cure for a specific ailment. While Chinese herbs can be more complicated to take due to the cooking process and portability, they tend to have a very nourishing effect. The taste may initially be a deterrent, but after your body acquires a taste for them, they become quite flavorful.
Convenient Herbal Options
These inconveniences can be avoided by taking an herbal formula that has already been concentrated through a process that powders the herbs after they have been cooked into a tea. This powder is easily carried and is typically administered by mixing it in a cup of warm water.
Healing Effects and the Role of the Practitioner
Chinese herbs can bring about a rapid cure when used correctly by a skilled practitioner, though this depends on the severity and duration of the disease being treated. Typically, an improvement is noticed after the first treatment, though some may experience a short-term “healing crisis” in which symptoms temporarily worsen. In most cases, improvements in other areas of physiology are noticed as the body begins to heal. This reflects the Chinese Medicine paradigm, which focuses on balancing the body as a whole rather than treating only a single symptom.
Personalized Treatment and Commitment
With this approach in mind, we design a formula for each patient’s specific needs. Our training and commitment aim to guide you toward balance and harmony. Please visit our testimonials page to read how others have benefited from the wonders of Chinese herbal medicine.
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