Q: Does Chinese herbal medicine
have side effects?
A: No, not if the formula has been correctly chosen and written.
Most of the medicinals in the Chinese material medical have a
very low toxicity compared to even common, over the counter Western
drugs modify their formula until there are no side effects.
Q: What is Chinese herbal medicine good for?
A: Chinese herbal medicine treats the full range of human disease.
It treats acute diseases, like intestinal flu and the common cold,
as well as chronic diseases, such as allergies, gynecological
disorders, autoimmune diseases, chronic viral diseases, and degenerative
diseases due to aging. In particular, Chinese herbal medicine
is especially good for promoting the body’s ability to heal
and recuperate.
Q: Can pregnant women take
Chinese herbs?
A: Yes, if prescribed by a professional TCM practitioner. Chinese
herbal medicine has been used for over 2,000 years to treat more
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than two scores of diseases and symptoms occurring
during pregnancy without harm to the fetus. Likewise, lactating
mothers can take Chinese herbal medicine safely as long as they
are prescribed by a trained practitioner.
Q: Can children take Chinese herbal medicine?
A: In acute conditions, results can be expected in a matter of minutes.
In chronic conditions, some results should be seen within two weeks.
Although chronic conditions may require taking Chinese herbal medicine
for a long time, nonetheless, signs that the medicine is working
should be apparent to patient and practitioner alike almost from
the very start.
Q: How do I know if a practitioner is professionally
trained in Chinese herbal medicine?
A: in some states, such as Minnesota, all acupuncturists must pass
a licensing test which includes Chinese herbal medicine. In addition,
the National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncturists
and Oriental
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