John and Susan Houser

We can learn a tremendous amount , by looking into and studying Chinese medicine and herbs . In the course of this article I will attempt to show what we can learn from Alternative Medicine and Chinese Herbs , but the information here is in nowise complete. I will recommend some herbal formulas and also some additional reading . It is my hope that you learn how to use Alternative means and herbs to improve your health .

Consider these :

1- The third leading cause of death the U.S. - the medical community .

2-Western medical practise has discarded the holistic healing principle in favour of drugs , knives, and chemotherapy.

3- All public-utility water is severely contaminated with toxic chemicals deliberately added to purify water , but the cure is worse than the disease .

5000 years Alternative Medicine and Chinese herbs

-- The toaist tradition of china contains the world's longest on going record of scientific inquiry ,spanning a period of at least 5,000 years . Since ancient times , health and longevity have always ranked among the foremost fields of interest studied by Taoist adepts, who view the human organism as a microcosm of the universe, complete with its own internal heaven and earth , its own climate and seasons, its own cylic transformations and natural interplay of universal energies.

Modern Medicine a New Science ?

Note modern medicine has been a round a short time - 70 to 80 years . With over 250,000 deaths per year , related to mistakes , over or wrong or reactions to drugs that were properly prescribed .

Nearly 15,000 deaths per year from over the counter pain relievers . Not to mention the multiple

side effects of drugs ! The Third Leading cause of death in America is the medical Comminute . --Learn more - related articles-- . ----Alternative Medicine and Chinese herbs - have a much better track record . Natural health is the way to go . Each person must take personal responsibility for his or her health !

All information on this site is for educational purposes only , not imtented to treat diagnose or cure -

But many people have had good results make your own decisions , take charge of your own health .

Alternative Medicine and Chinese herbs - Essence

Essence refers to the physical body of blood and flesh, including all its basic material constituents, particularly the essential fluids such as hormones, enzymes , and neurotransmitters .

Chinese Mineral Chi - Tonic , Colloidal minerals with Chinese tonic Herbs .

Build Physical , Mental ,and Emotional Energy

Balance all 12 Acupuncture Meridians

Energise all 5 Chinese Consitunional Types

Nourish Adrenal Glands and Promote Cellular Metabolism

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Ancient form of dietary supplement

Alternative Medicine and Chinese herbs and medicinal herbs are the world's most Ancient form of dietary supplement, and nowhere has this tradition been more studiously researched and practised than in China .

Taoist recluses in the remote mountains of ancient China were responsible for the early evolution of Chinese herbal medicine , and today virtually all practising Taoist still use and experiment with herbal supplements .

As example of Alternative Medicine and Chinese herbs , consider ho-shou-wu.

Effects : blood tonic ; nourishes blood and semen ; tonifies liver and kidneys; strengthens sinew,cartilage, and bone,; mildly laxative ; regulates blood pressure; prevents hardening of the arteries.

This is a traditional Chinese anti aging tonic found in many longevity formulas. It restores prematurely gray hair to its original colour and strengthens kidneys and entire lumbar region.(Quote from the Complete Book of Chinese Health & Healing by Daniel Reid ) .

ho shou wu

Male and Female vitality -Alternative Medicine and Chinese herbs

Alternative Medicine and Chinese herbs , male and female vitality . Consider using an herbal formula , safer and more effective than drugs , with out the negative side effects .

Herbs are plants , the body was made to digest plants . When the body properly digest plants , the body receives the nutrients to cleanse nourish and balance . For the men we suggest a product called X Action for Men Enhanced Activity and vitality - Nourishes Male reproductive system . X Action For Men For the ladies we suggest Womens X Action Boosts energy level ,Increases sexual desire ,Improves sexual performance .

( Quote from the Complete Book of Chinese Health & Healing by Daniel Reid ) page 414 . Western Name : Epimedium sagittatum ( horny goat weed ) Chinese name : yin-yang-huo(ARTWORK)

( one of the ingredients in X Action For Men)

ENERGY :WARM

FLAVOUR: PUNGENT

ORGAN - ENERGY -AFFINITY: LIVER KIDNEYS

Effects : yang tonic; stimulates kidney -yang energy ; dilates capillaries; enhances cerebal circulation; stimulates pituitary gland; < B>

Remarks : by dilating capillaries , this herb also lowers blood pressure. It simultaneously tonifies sexual, cerebal, and immune functions, both by enhancing circulation and by stimulating pituitary secretions. When included in formulas for tonic herbal spirits , it facilates the circulation of other ingredients and amplifies their effects - END OF QUOTE .

So it does not take long to begin to understand Alternative Medicine and Chinese herbs , and to begin to realise that there are herbal formulas that actually work better than drugs.

Alternative Medicine and Chinese herbs chinese herbs and Bowel and tissue cleansing

Qoute from the Complete Book of Chinese Health & Healing by Daniel Reid page 148 -

Most natural therapy healers agree that chronic constipation and toxic colons are the root cause of many of the diseases that plague the modern world . Purging the bowels eliminates the source of poisons, thereby permitting blood -essence- and energy to regenerate naturally , wrote the Chinese physician Chai Yu-hau over three hundred years ago. end of qoute .

The blood is only as clean as the colon . when toxins become trapped in the intestines , these toxins leach into the blood stream through the process of osmosis , the toxins are then circulated through out the body . This toxic circulation reaches havoc on the immune system , and sets the body up for all kinds of problems from cancer to diabetes .

For folks who want to go on a weight loss program , or improve their health , or to flush out toxins , we recommend a good colon cleanse system . Alternative Medicine and Chinese herbs and weight loss programs teach that to lose weight and maintain health , you must keep the colon clean .

Why? Because of our very poor western diet , highly processed foods , consumption of fried , and cooked - the intestinal function slows down . A sludge then begins to line the intestinal walls , this sludge becomes toxic and poison.

Susan's Raleigh Herb shop carries a full line of herbs and herbal formulas

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Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus)

Astragalus is a potent adaptogenic herb used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It is known as huang qi or yellow energy. It is a preferred deep restorative herb to strengthen and rebuild depleted energy in general and especially immune and endocrine system function. It is a warming (activating) herb for cold (weakened) conditions. alternative medicine and chinese herbs In scientific studies, astragalus has increased immune system activity including the production of interferon, T-cells, natural killer cells, and even stem cells in bone marrow. Besides activating the immune system, astragalus seem to activate just about everything. It restores energy where there is chronic weakness including lungs (shortness of breath), kidneys (edema, nephritis that does not respond to diuretics), etc. In a rat study of congestive heart failure, astragalus produced significant improvements over 5 weeks. In another rat study, astragalus improved sperm motility. In TCM astragalus is also used to improve the healing of wounds and restore tone to prolapsed tissues. Each capsule contains 420 mg. of astragalus root. alternative medicine and chinese herbs

Capsicum (Capsicum Annum, Capsicum frutescens)

Capsicum is the fruit of peppers. It is an important catalyst herb in most herb formulas except nervines. It opens small blood vessels to improve circulation. This effect, in turn, improves the absorption and effectiveness of the formulas. It is also high in vitamins and minerals needed for healing. Capsicim is (surprisingly) good for ulcers because it stimulates the protective mucus-forming membranes of the stomach. If the initial warming is uncomfortable, start slow and build the amounts used. Capsicum can be applied directly to a wound or swallowed to stop unnatural bleeding or a heart attack in progress. It is one of the most versatile stimulant herbs known. It is a digestive aid, relieves pain (including shingles, cluster headaches), and itching pallms and feet of diabetics. Consider learning to use capsicum powder in place of salt to help improve circulation and prevent heart disease. alternative medicine and chinese herbs

Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis -- CS-4 strain-grown in controlled fermentation)

The China National women's track and field team created a sensation when they unexpectedly broke records in 1993 and 1994. They were drinking a tonic made from cordyceps which has adaptogenic properties similar to ginseng but is considered several times stronger. It has the reputation of restoring energy and slowing the aging process. Cordyceps helps to increase respiratory ventilation for both athletes and debilitated individuals. It improves function and protects kidneys from toxic damage. The polysaccharides in cordyceps stimulate a variety of immune cell functions including natural killer cells and CD4 lymphocytes. It is recommended for patients,including cancer patients, with immune deficiencies. It lowers blood pressure, platelet aggregation, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides while raising HDL and blood supply to the heart and brain. It improves regulation of blood sugar and insulin production. Recommended use is 2-3 g/day. Clinical studies typically use 3-5 g/day. Mild effects may be evident within a week while significant effects may take 3-6 weeks. Caution: Cordyceps studies have only been conducted on adults. People using immune-suppressing, anticoagulant or bronchio-dilator drugs should consult their health-care practitioner first, as amounts may need to be changed. Pregnant or lactating women should also consult their health-care practitioner before using this product. alternative medicine and chinese herbs

Chinese Anti-Gas (Dispel Earth) Xias Dao A soothing digestive and intestinal system tonic that "clears the congestion" where there may be excess worry and need for approval. Used for digestive sluggishness including gas, bloating, nausea and cravings for sweets. Distributes energy and warmth outward, probably by improving internal circulation. This makes it beneficial for cold limbs and general congestion. This combination should be used at the end of a meal. alternative medicine and chinese herbs The primary herb is agastache which improves digestion and appetite much like peppermint does. Supports the digestive and detoxifying functions of the body including the pancreas and urinary system.Contains agastache, magnolia, shenqu, crateagus, oryza, hoelen, Panax ginseng, pinellia, saussurea,gastrodia, citrus peel, atractylodes, cardamon, platycodon, ginger, licorice. alternative medicine and chinese herbs

Chinese Blood Build (Increase Wood) Bu Xue

Rebuilding a weakened liver and removing toxins from the blood will have encouraging corrective effects throughout the body, such as restoring hormone balances, and overall energy levels. Weakened liver conditions include PMS, hypoglycemia, skin problems, cirrhosis and hepatitis. A weakened liver weakens the entire body. Although men get general benefit, women enjoy additional support for female reproductive and endocrine systems. Chinese Blood Build also contains powerful immune system stimulant herbs. Use Chinese Liver Balance instead when the liver is stressed and inflamed and may be producing hostile emotions. Contains: ganoderma, dang qui, peony, lycium, bupleurum, curcuma, cornus, salvia, ho shou wu, atractylodes, achyranthes, ligusticum, alisma, astragalus, ligustrum, rehmannia, Panax ginseng, cyperus. alternative medicine and chinese herbs

Chinese Kidney Activator (Eliminate Moisture) Qu Shi A kidney and bone (structural system) tonic. A diuretic formula for water retention (especially in the legs, arms and chest). Used with edema, mastitis, bloating, obesity, prostatitis and related pain and fatigue. Caution in cases of bloody urine. Contains: stephania, hoelen, morus, chaenomeles, astragalus, atractylodes, alisma, magnolia, polyporus,areca, akebia, cinnamon, pinellia, ginger, citrus, licorice. alternative medicine and chinese herbs

Chinese Liver Balance (Wood Reducing/ Bring Harmony) Tiao He For liver stress and inflammation. Has helped warm extremities and relieve hypochondriac aches and pains. Use Milk Thistle Combination, Chinese Mood Elevator or Chinese Blood Build formulas if liver has weakened and there is cirrhosis. The liver is better able to regenerate than any other organ. Contains: bupleurum, peony, pinellia, cinnamon, dang gui, fushen, zhishi, scute, atractylodes, Panax ginseng, ginger, licorice. alternative medicine and chinese herbs

Chinese Lung Support (Metal Supporting/ Support the Weak) Fu Lei Especially helpful for frail or infirm individuals with chronic respiratory weakness such as emphysema. It stimulates circulation, fights chronic infections including pneumonia, relieves dry coughing and restarts the normal production of protective mucous. This is a building formula where there is a dry, weakened respiratory condition. Be aware that recovery from a chronic degenerative condition leads back trhough previous active,inflamed and possibly more-painful conditions. Contains: astragalus, aster, qinjiao, platycodon, lycium, ophiopogon, dang gui, Panax ginseng, anemarrhena, bupleurum, blue citrus, schizandra, atractylodes, citrus, pinellia, licorice. alternative medicine and chinese herbs

Chinese Mood Elevator (Regulate Chi / Enhance Fire) Jie Yu Improves vitality and revives sagging spirits by strengthening the liver and building energy. (The Chinese believe that the liver is the seat of person's ability to adapt to change and act.) Raised energy can make sleeping difficult if taken at night. A stronger liver relieves headaches, aches, pains and fatigue, etc. Weakened liver conditions include cirrhosis and hepatis. Chinese Mood Elevator is also being used for hypoglycemic mood swings. Chinese Mood Elevator can also release suppressed hostility (liver stress state), for a little while, on the way back to emotional balance. Everyone should acknowledge anger and forgive. Switch to a LIV- formula (forliver cleansing) during this period. This formula also supports the nervous (including brain), urinary, respiratoryand female reproductive systems. Helpful for prolapsed uterus or colon. Individuals should not quit prescription anti-depressants suddenly. The prescribing doctor may suggest adjustments when mood contro improves. Contains: perilla, saussurea, gambir, bamboo, bupleurum, pinellia, aurantium, zhishi, ophiopogon,cyperus, platycodon, ligusticum, dang gui, Panax ginseng, hoelen, coptis, ginger, licorice.

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Slim Chi Nature's Sunshine's (NSP) Slim Chi is an alternative to the popular and effective Fen-Chi. The difference is that Slim Chi substitutes immature bitter orange peel for Chinese ephedra (Ma huang). Both have thermogenic properties. The synephrine in bitter orange is somewhat less potent than ephedrine in Ma Huang but is a better option for those who are sinsitive to stimulants. Hoelen is a Chinese diuretic (equivalent to parsley/chamamile) and a mild sedative. Atractylodes is a Chinese herb that improves digestion while reducing appetite. It also stimulates the liver and kidneys. Ginger also helpos digestion. It is settling to the stomach and warms the body to improve the overall effectiveness of the formula. Typical usage is 2 capsules with breakfast and lunch with a glass of water. Use Slim-Chi with Fat Grabbers to reduce the uptake of dietary fat. Contains: immature orange peel, atractylodes, ginger, hoelen. NSP recommends consulting your health care provider if pregnant, nursing, suffering from a preexisting medical condition or taking any prescription drug. alternative medicine and chinese herbs

Chinese Stress Relief (Fire Quenching / Pacify the Spirit) An Shen Chinese Stress Relief helps to moderate the body's response to stress where there may be excitability, anxiety or emotional instability. Besides adaptogen, nervine and glandular support herbs, Chinese Stress Relief also contains several sources of calcium which is calming and relaxing to the body. Contains: dragon bone, oyster shell, albizzia, polygonum, fushen, polygala, acorus, Panax ginseng,saussurea, zizyphus, curcuma, haliotis, coptis, cinnomon, licorice, ginger.

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