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Compare Chinese Herbs to those sold in “Health Stores”.
The "herbs" purchased at your local Health Store consist
of one herb aiming to treat one symptom, for instance
Insomnia. Chinese herbology uses a specific combination of herbs
(called formula) to create a synergistic powerful effect.
In Chinese Medicine, we
treat the root cause of the problem(s) and NOT just the symptom. In
the case of a patient suffering from Insomnia, an herb from the
health store will treat only the symptom (lack of sleep) where
Chinese Herbs will be prescribed to treat the underlying root of
a person’s sleeplessness. Based on a patient’s complaints
& symptoms, I will formulate a custom treatment plan to address
the major complaint and/or root problem(s). The treatment plan
can include one or multiple therapies: Acupuncture/Laser,
Herbal, and/or ElectroMagnetic, and/or Injection, etc
Can
one herbal formula treat multiple symptoms ?
Yes, for example, when treating a common cold (cough, fever,
body ache, etc) one herbal formula (in tablet form) can
effectively treat all these symptoms.
How quickly do the herbs
work?
For the very first time you take herbs, it can take effect
between 1-36 hrs . In more complicated medical cases, it may
take more than 4 days. But once the herbs are in your system,
and have brought the desire effects, it will continue to do so
for as long you take the herb.
What are the
benefits of Chinese herbs?
Some
properties of Chinese herbs are:
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Vitamins
(nourish the body: Qi, blood, Yin & Yang)
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Anti-inflammatory / Pain killers
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Remove
excesses (detoxify, fever, food stagnation, etc)
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Anti-Bacterial
/ Anti-viral
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Calming
(nourish the brain)
For details
of symptoms treated see
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How safe are the herbs?
The use of Chinese herbs is very safe and they are FDA
approved. For thousands of years, Chinese herbal medicine has
been practiced, tested and improved. Herbal guidelines
have been established for centuries. Since Chinese herbs
are all natural they can be taken along with your prescribed
medications. A Licensed Acupuncturist is required to undergo
hundreds of hours to learn Chinese & Western herbals.
Note, there are individuals holding certificates from Herbal
seminars that are actually practicing herbology. So be aware and
do not be afraid to ask questions.
What if I am currently under a physician care (MD) ?
The Chinese Herbs are complementary to western medicine. If
you are under a Medical Doctor’s (MD) care, you should continue
for as long as your MD deems it necessary, and continue to take
all prescribed medication.
How much does the Herb
cost?
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Herbal Bottles:
$8 - $12
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Custom Herbal Blend
$35
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Initial Herbal Consultation:
$65 (NO fee if you had Acupuncture or Laser
therapy)
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(This fee includes a Chinese Med. Diagnosis)
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All subsequent visits :
$30 (if no other therapies used)
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