The Traditional Chinese Herbs

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Herbal medicine is believed as the main remedial mode of home medicine in China. Approximately 500 traditional Chinese herbs are in use among which 250 are commonly used. Instead of being prescribed individually, single herbs are mixed into patterns that are configured to conform to the particular needs of independent patients. An herbal recipe can contain from 3 to 25 herbs. With diet therapy, every herb has one or more of the five smells/ uses and one of five “temperatures” (“Qi”) (hot, warm, neutral, cool, cold). Chinese physician used different methods to classify different traditional Chinese herbs.  They are: The four natures The five tastes The meridians The four natures: This appertains to the level of yin and yang ranging from cold (extreme yin), cool, neutral to warm and hot (extreme yang). While selecting the...

Herbs For Detoxification

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Garlic: Helps detoxifies the gut and helps the bowels function properly

Herbal remedies are seeing a rise in popularity. This includes using herbs for detoxification. Many people like the idea of using herbs as natural products have minimal side effects. Herbs in fact have many therapeutic abilities. The following list explains some western herbs commonly used for detoxification and why they work. Dandelion – This is an herb that is good for the whole body, specifically the immune system. It works to eliminate toxins from the cells in the body. It also increases bile and helps it move along. It is credited with boosting white blood cells thus strengthening the immune system. Licorice Root – This herb has properties that work like an antioxidant, fight viruses and helps the body produce antibodies. Cascara Sagrada – This herb works like a laxative. It helps the bowels move. Black Walnut Hulls – This herb also works...