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Chinese Herbal Medicine

Herbal formulas may be recommended as part of your treatment plan.  Herbs serve to strengthen the body’s ability to heal itself.  Chinese herbal formulas typically contain 4-18 individual herbs and are available in tea, capsule, and powder forms.  Formulas are designed to treat both the symptoms as well as the underlying condition as defined by traditional medical diagnosis.   Herbs that are correctly prescribed have virtually no side-effects.  The majority of herbs come from vegetable sources although mineral and animal products are also used.  If seeking herbal medicine please clearly define any dietary restrictions.  No products from endangered species are used.  Herbal medicine is safe to take concurrently with Western pharmaceuticals when prescribed by a qualified herbalist.

Patients receive custom written herbal prescriptions that can be filled online or by phone from a local herbal pharmacy.  Only high quality herbal products that meet U.S. GMP standards are prescribed.  Generally, patients receive their formula the day after filling a prescription.  Most custom formulas are prescribed in powder form.  Powdered herbs are mixed with hot water to make a tea and ingested 2-3 times a day over the course of treatment.  A handful of herbal formulas designed to treat acute conditions such as colds, allergies, and anxiety are available at the office.