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Chinese Herbal Medicine
Chinese medicine is a complete system of health care that has been in continuous
use for over twenty-three centuries. The use of herbs has been a central
component of this system since it's beginning, and has been steadily refined throughout
the years. Western medications often help to control symptoms, but do not
alter the disease process itself. Chinese herbs, on the other hand, not
only help control symptoms, but also treat the underlying condition which is causing
the symptoms. The ultimate goal of herbal therapy is to adjust and harmonize
the functioning of the body in such a way that the individual can achieve the
greatest degree of health possible. Although herbal medications are a powerful
method of healing, they rarely cause side effects.
In addition to treating illness, Chinese herbs can be used to prevent disease
by acting as a tonic to enhance one's health, build depleted resources, strengthen
one's coping ability and immune function, and restore harmony and balance to one's
life. Specific remedies are selected based on one's individual symptoms,
and are usually supplied as either a liquid or as a pill. Chinese herbs
can be used alone, or can be used along with other nutrients or Western medications.
Herbs are often useful in conditions for which Western medicine has no treatment
and can be used on a long-term basis without fear of complications.
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