Chinese Herbal Medicine

Chinese herbal medicine originated 3000 years ago. The ancient doctors found out some herbs can heal certain diseases. The herbal formula uses single or mixes of different herbs. Chinese herbal medicine has various forms, like teas, capsules, tinctures, or powders.

Chinese Herbal formulas include ingredients that are easily assimilated by our bodies. Chinese herbal medicine not only eases pain, but also addresses the root of the problem, and brings our bodies into an energetic and biochemical balance. Chinese herbs medicine formulas are also valuable as preventative medicine.

Chinese herbal medicine works in tandem with acupuncture by providing the nourishing support for the energetic reprogramming efforts of acupuncture.

Side effects of herbal medicine are minimal. Herbal medicines are from nature, no chemical ingredients added. Severe adverse effects have not been observed previously. However, mild reactions can't be ruled out in specific individuals who tend to be highly sensitive to all kinds of supplements or food. Patients are required to report any allergic history in advance. We recommend patients consult with their family doctor or the physician before taking herb formulas.

Natural Way Health Center only carries the highest quality herbs. However, we have no liability for any consequences of taking the herbs, and the patient needs to agree not to pursue any lawsuit regarding this or related matters.

1. It begins with a consultation to fully understand your conditions and needs.We will recommend herbal formulas, diet, and lifestyle to support your needs.
2. Depending on your body condition, you can choose different methods:  single or mixed herbs in forms of tea, capsules, tinctures, or powders. 
3. will track your progress over time and modify the results accordingly. It may take at least two weeks or more to let the herbs work with your body. 

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates herbal supplements, but not as drugs or as foods. They fall under a category called dietary supplements.

In this class, herbs are divided into three groups. The first group is called food herbs, which are consumed as a part of a diet for health maintenance, longevity, and illness prevention. The other two groups are called medicinal herbs that are dispensed to patients as individual formulas based on one's unique constitution, environment, and medical condition.

It depends on the individual case and body condition. For acute conditions, you may need to check with your primary doctor to see if you can add some herbs supplement. Sometimes, herbal medicine may take effects immediately. In chronic cases, some results should be seen in two weeks, even though long term usage of Chinese herbs is often required.

It depends on the individual's condition. If your problem is below the stomach, you can take it with an empty stomach. For people who have a more sensitive digestive system, it's best to take with food or after meals.

Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine has about 3000 years of history. The oldest medical writing on herbal medicine was found in Yi Jing. From 206 B.C. to the late 16th century, the records about Chinese herbal medicine increased the total number to 1,892 distinct herbs and more than 10,000 formulas.

1. Characteristics of Chinese herbal medicine usage in ischemic heart disease patients among type 2 diabetes and their protection against hydrogen peroxide-mediated apoptosis in H9C2 cardiomyoblasts, written by Fu-u Jen Tsai and 21 more. Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5362500/

2. Conventional Western Treatment Combined With Chinese Herbal Medicine Alleviates the Progressive Risk of Lung Cancer in Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Nationwide Retrospective Cohort Study, written by Tsai-Hui Lin and five more, published on 2019 Sep 13. Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6753872/

3. Integrated Chinese Herbal Medicine Therapy Improves the Survival of Patients With Ovarian Cancer, written by Cherry Yin-Yi Chang, MD, PhD. Pei-Yuu Yang, MD and 10 more. Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6902381/

4. Complementary Chinese Herbal Medicine Therapy Improves Survival of Patients With Pancreatic Cancer in Taiwan: A Nationwide Population-Based Cohort Study, written by Yi-Ting Kuo, MD, Hou-Hsun Liao MD and nine more people. Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6041895/
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