How are Herbs Used?

While acupuncture is a distinctive feature of traditional Chinese medicine, herbal medicine is a separate, powerful method of healing. Studies have shown that even animals will seek out healing plants. Recently, there has been an increase in interest in herbal medicine.

Unlike Western herbology, which primarily utilizes single herbs, Chinese herbology uses herbs in combination to treat multiple disorders. The Chinese herbal pharmacopoeia also contains numerous herbal formulas for tonifying the energy and vitality of the human physiology. Herbs are selected on an individual basis.

Chinese herbs are traditionally given as a very strong tea. The modern method is to give the patient several types of herbs which have been powdered. The powder, or granules, are reconstituted into water. This process is more efficient and much more convenient than the old method of brewing the tea at home.

The herbs we use are tested for purity and screened for toxicity, pollutants, and chemical contaminants. They are processed according to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) rules. We accept only the highest standard.