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Introduction |
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Chinese herbal medicine has been used in China as the
primary health care for more than two thousand years prior to the
introduction of western medicine to China in
the late 18th centuries. The knowledge about Chinese herbal medicine was
derived concurrently by trial and errors during
hunting and gathering for food. It is developed as the result from
constant struggle and battle with nature, illnesses and diseases.
Chinese herbal medicine contains mostly herbs found in China, other substances
include spices, mineral, shells as well as some animal related products.
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What is Chinese herbal medicine? |
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Chinese herbal medicine is the use of
Chinese herbs according to Chinese medical theory to treat health
conditions and correct heal imbalances in order to achieve a state of
optimal health. It is often used by Chinese medical practitioner or Chinese
herbalists in treating common health conditions as well as severe
miscellaneous disorders. It involves using a single or combination of
several different Chinese herbs. Sources of Chinese herbs include plant
roots, barks, branches, leaves, seeds, flowers and fruits of a plant.
Most of the raw herbs are sun-dried. Some Chinese herbs are processed to
eliminate their toxicity and enhance their therapeutic actions. |
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What is Chinese herbal treatment? |
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Chinese Herbal Treatment is a
made up of a set of many different herbs
given/prescribed by the Chinese medical practitioner to the patient
after a Chinese medical consultation.
Chinese Herbal Treatment is an individualised herbal treatment that is
made up specifically to treat the person's health condition, correct
imbalances and improves ones wellbeing. Chinese Herbal Treatment
can be used for many health conditions
including acne, stress, anxiety, pms, eczema, period pain
(endometriosis), depression and
many more. More detail on Chinese herbal treatment . |
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Philosophy of Traditional Chinese Medicine |
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Philosophy of Chinese
medicine believes treatment for a persons health should be wholistic and
individualised. One should assess the persons signs and symptoms and
correct imbalances. Every person should be treated differently according
to their diet, lifestyle, gender and age. |
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Actions of Chinese herbal medicine |
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Some
of the common actions of Chinese herbs in the body include:
Improving blood circulation
Regulating digestion
Regulating and modifying hormone secretions
Modulating the activities of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous
systems
Stimulating and regulating the functions of the immune system
Improving one's stamina and physical endurance
Reducing stress
Reducing inflammation
Promoting various healing activities
Reducing tension in the body and reducing stress
Calming the body and mind |
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Health Conditions which can be treated with
Chinese herbal medicine |
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Respiratory Disorders:
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Asthma | Allergies | Sinus
Digestive Disorders:
► Indigestion | Diarrhoea | Constipation | Certain food allergies
Irritable Bowels | Miscellaneous
Endocrine Disorders: (conditions involve the dysfunctions of hormone
regulation & production)
► Period Pain | Irregular Period | PMS | Stress
Cardiovascular Disorders:
► Angina | Heart diseases | High Cholesterol | High Blood Pressure
Psychological Conditions:
► Depression | Stress | Anxiety
Gynaecological Disorders:
► Period Pain (endometriosis) | Irregular Period | PMS
General & Miscellaneous Conditions:
► Acne | Chronic Fatigue | Headaches | Migraine
Others |
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Who can have Chinese herbal medicine? |
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Generally speaking,
Chinese herbal medicine prescribed by the Chinese medical practitioner
aims to treat the patient's health condition and should achieve optimal
health benefits with a minimal side/adverse effects. However, it is
important to know that once the health condition has improved, the
dosage and the frequency of the herbal treatment should be adjusted,
as overuse of the herbal medicine can
produce adverse effects as with all medications.
In addition, anyone who purchases patent Chinese
herbal medicine eg. Chinese herbal medicine pills in a bottle,
should seek professional advice from a qualified
and professionally trained Chinese medical practitioner prior to
the purchase as self-medicating of any medicine
including Chinese herbal medicine can be dangerous if it is not used
correctly. |
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