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Chinese Herbs: Why we Should Consider Alternative Medicine

admin — Tue, 04 May 2010 03:36:11 +0000

Many people around the world rely on Chinese herbs to cure different types of diseases. Although many skeptics argue that using Chinese herbs to cure certain types of diseases is not practical especially, many people still believe that using herbs is a lot better than using pharmaceutical drugs. If you are one of those people who are yet to decide whether or not you should use Chinese medicinal herbs to cure some types of ailments, here are some points that may convince you to make that switch from pharmaceutical drugs to herbal medicine.

Effects and Side Effects

Pharmaceutical products are mostly made of synthetic ingredients that are manufactured in the laboratory. Although synthetic ingredients are able to cure certain types of diseases, there is no telling what negative impact it may have on the body as well. It cannot be denied that all types of pharmaceutical drugs have side effects. Some pharmaceutical products may not have serious side effects on the body but just the same, there are still some slight negative effects especially when they are taken over a long period of time. Studies show that people who have been under drugs for a long time often suffer from some disorders including abdominal disorders, nerve disorders, weakened immune system and the likes.

On the other hand, Chinese herbs come from natural sources and are most of the times organic herbs and have been proven to effective for many generations. Most of the Chinese herbs that are sold in the market today have been used by the Chinese people since the 1st century Han Dynasty. Although some of these Chinese herbs are said to be poisonous when taken in great amounts, most of these herbs are beneficial to the body. According to experts, most types of Chinese herbs do not have any know side effects. Most people who taken certain types of Chinese herbs regularly do not complain of any negative changes in their body.

Cost

Most pharmaceutical products are considerably more expensive that certain types of Chinese herbs. If you happen to live in the countryside and you have plenty of space to plant herbs, you can grow your own Chinese herbs, it can easily be grown like any other herb garden plants.Doing this will give you access to fresh herbs anytime. On the other hand, if you are living in the city and there is no place to grow herbs, you can always get them in the market.

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Traditional Chinese Herbs

admin — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 19:05:21 +0000

Herbs and herbal mixtures have been used in China for centuries. Traditional Chinese herbs that are used for weight loss, treatment of medical and emotional conditions, pain relief, and other purposes are starting to become popular. For some, wary of the overuse of pharmaceuticals prescribed by Western physicians, traditional Chinese herbs may offer a more palatable and holistic alternative. However, traditional Chinese herbs sometimes need to be approached with caution, especially by those who are unfamiliar with their properties and with the specific liabilities that can sometimes be associated with their use. Let’s take a look at some traditional Chinese herbs uses and some things you need to know if this is a topic that interests you.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese Medicine (sometimes abbreviated as “TCM”) is a complex body of knowledge that has evolved over many centuries. It speaks of various subdisciplines, including acupuncture, medicinal herb use, various heat and cold therapies, massage, dietary guidelines, and other techniques. Due to the increasing number of interest in “natural” healing techniques and holistic medicine during the past several decades, TCM adherents in the United States and other Western countries are increasing in number. Many users claim to have success in weight loss, depression, and other conditions by using traditional Chinese herbal remedies. Chinese herbs are gaining popularity as well in home herb gardens.

Using Traditional Chinese Herbs: Some Cautions

Because herbal extracts are usually marketed in the U.S. as “dietary supplements,” they didn’t receive the same testing, labeling, and quality control regimens as Western medicines, either over-the-counter or prescribed pharmaceuticals. For this reason, you should be careful when using traditional Chinese herbs, or organic herbs or any other herbal or animal product being sold as a “dietary supplement.” Potencies, purity levels, and even the precise type of substance can vary greatly from one source to another. In some instances, foreign contaminants can even bring in potentially dangerous substances into the body. Because of this, you need to exercise caution, especially if you are thinking about using Chinese herbs that you have not used before, or are using products obtained from a different source. Any adverse reactions should be noted and reported to your doctor.

Chinese Herbs and Western Medicine

Interestingly, some traditional Chinese herbs have been adapted for use in Western medicine. For example, artemisinin, a compound used worldwide to treat resistant strains of malaria, is derived from Chinese wormwood (qinghao), a traditional Chinese herbal medicine. Other uses for artemisinin, including it being an anti-carcinogen are currently under research and clinical trial.

Chinese Healing Herbs: Natural Healing

admin — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 05:30:53 +0000

Do you pop pills into your mouth every time you feel ill? If you are one of those people who rely on pills to make yourself feel better, you may want to re-reconsider taking those pills. According to studies, those who take pills regularly are more likely to be sick than those who rely on Chinese healing herbs. Experts suggest that Chinese healing herbs are better than those drugs manufactured by pharmaceutical companies because they are made of all natural ingredients and they have less side effects compared to those drugs that are manufactured by pharmaceutical companies.

Chinese healing herbs are less expensive than pharmaceutical products. Why? First, Chinese healing herbs are sold at its pure state so there is no need for large manufacturing costs. Second, companies that sell Chinese healing herbs do not use large advertisements and spend too much on distribution costs so they are able to sell their products at lower prices~Second, companies that sell Chinese healing herbs do not use large advertisements and spend too much on distribution costs so they are able to sell their products at lower prices}. Third, if you happen to be one of those people who love to grow plants, you can grow your own organic herbs at minimal cost. This means that you can enjoy your favorite Chinese herbs with just a little amount of money anytime you want~This means that you can enjoy your favorite Chinese herbs with just a little amount of money anytime you want~This means that you just need a little amount of money to enjoy your favorite Chinese herbs whenever you want to}.

Things To Remember Before Getting Into Alternative Medicine

Although Chinese healing herbs are generally good for your body, you still to be take extra care before you start using these herbs especially if you have a history of allergic reactions. Remember that certain types of herbs can cause allergic reactions to people. To stay on the safe side, you need to do some research about certain types of Chinese healing herbs first before you use them, there are plenty of herb garden plants information on the internet. Make sure that you do not have any allergic reactions to these types of herbs. A lot of people end up in the hospital after taking these herbs due to allergic reactions so make sure that you do not make the same mistake.

You should not take Chinese healing herbs without telling your doctor about it if you have some pre-existing medical conditions and you are taking some medications. You must understand that certain types of herbs and medicines do not agree with it each other so you must be extra careful when it comes to ingesting these things. Before you try any of these Chinese healing herbs, discuss the merits and demerits of these healing herbs with your doctor.

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