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What is Chinese Herbal Medicine?

Chinese herbal medicine is part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)  originated from China   5000 years ago, making it one of the oldest and most long-standing health care systems in the world. Adopting a completely holistic approach to regulating, nourishing, and continuing to cleanse and detox the body system, this practice can assist in resolving diseases and the prevention of a number of illnesses.

After four diagnostic methods of TCM: inspection, auscultation&olfaction, inquiring and pulse-taking, a qualified TCM practitioner is able to diagnose and prescribe a Chinese herbal formula that specifically matches and treats your individual health problem. As your condition changes and improves with treatment, the Chinese herbal treatment is also adjusted and modified until the desired health outcome is achieved.

What substances are used in Chinese herbal medicine?

Today, there are more than 450 substances commonly used in Chinese herbal medicine - most are of plant origin though some animal and mineral substances may also be used. You may find some in your kitchen, such as ginger, garlic and cinnamon, while others such as chrysanthemum and peony flowers, are more likely to be found in your garden! Many of the substances used will be unfamiliar to you and have names like chai hu (bupleurum), di huang (rehmannia), and huang qi (astragalus).

What are the advantages of Chinese Herbal Medicine?

It is made by concentrated natural herbal extracts which is known as effective and less side effects.

It is useful to treat various of disorders, and also very good at assist in maintenance or improvement of general well-being.

The choice, combination and strength of the Chinese herbal medicine are individually based on personal condition and need. As your condition changes and improves with treatment, the Chinese herbal treatment is also adjusted and modified until the desired health outcome is achieved.