WHAT IS CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE?
Chinese herbs consist of a variety of naturally found products that promote health. The herbs may be dispensed in pills, capsules, tinctures or in raw form, which requires boiling as a tea. Most herb formulas consist of four to eight herbs and treat a wide variety of symptoms while stimulating the body¡¦s natural healing process. Since Chinese herbs have different tastes, properties, natures, functions and entering channels, they can affect the flow of Qi and blood, and the balance of Yin and Yang of the human body.
Chinese medicine is a traditional medicine that is based upon ancient Chinese philosophy. For more than 4000 years, in the process of defending against diseases for thousands of years, herbal medicine has been developed and systemized based upon theoretical principles as a means of both the prevention and treatment of illness and disease.
Chinese Herbal Medicine is a powerful method of healing used to balance the human body. Herbs are combined into complex and customized formulas that are specific to the patient’s entire individual condition. When used appropriately, Chinese Herbal Medicine is safe and effective, and only the highest quality of herbs is recommended. Chinese herbs not only address symptoms, they also nourish and balance the body in very specific ways, thereby improving organ function and building your constitution and immune system. In general, these powerful herbs can alter the disease process.
Herbal medicine is a major component of TCM. Since the body is a dynamic interrelated whole possessing Qi (chee), health depends on the flow of this energy and the interplay of the body, mind, and spirit. When disease occurs, specific herbs can help balance the energy and allow the body to heal itself.
Chinese herbal medicine has been used in China for five thousand years. Chinese herbs often have prompt results in enhancing overall energy while calming nervousness and improving function of all organs. There are more than 500 basic Chinese herbal formulas and 400 single herbs. Sometimes the single herbs are added to basic formulas, which results in the formation of several thousand herbal formulas, treating a large variety of problems. The effectiveness of using these formulas depends upon the professional’s knowledge of Chinese Medicine and experience. Dr. Fang has a National Certification in Chinese Herbal Medicine (from National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncturists). He is trained to ensure your safety and the effectiveness of treatment.
