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Herbs Chinese herbal medicine is by far the largest component of TCM. It is considered more effective than any other TCM method in treating internal and chronic diseases. |
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About
200 BC The Divine Husbandman’s Classic of the Materia Medica
was
written. This book is known to be the first reference book of Chinese
herbal medicine. It included 365 herbs, their taste, temperature,
indications, toxicity, and processing methods. Many
of
these herbs are still commonly prescribed today. Since then,
Chinese herbal medicine has continued to be rigorously tested
and
has been greatly advanced. Around 1550 AD, another famous herb text was
published with 1,892 herbs and 11,000 formulas. Our current science and technology comes short of analyzing the therapeutic effects of herbal formulas. That does not change the fact that Chinese herbal medicine is a time-tested and effective health solution. Research has shown that herbs can strengthen the immune system, kill viruses and bacteria, reduce inflammation, lower blood sugar and blood pressure, suppress cancer growth, et al. The application of herbs is guided by the TCM diagnostic process that goes to great length to recogonize the subtle differences between individuals, as well as how their health conditions change with age, season, and time of the day. Herbs are prescribed in the form of formulas which often cotains 8 to 12 herbs. These formulas are composed in such ways as to match the individual's paticular condition, to enhance the potency of single herbs, and reduce side-effects. Herbs are usually available as raw herbs, powder, or pills. |
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