Chinese herbs have been used in China for 3,000 years in order to treat a variety of conditions. These herbs are derived from roots, bark, flowers, seeds, fruits, leaves and branches, all of which are found in nature. According to acuhealing.com, there are over 3,000 different herbs used for medical use, but only 300 to 500 of these are commonly used to kill bacteria or viruses, to heal chronic illnesses and to maintain a healthy immune system. According to chineseherbs.com, it is important to take these herbs correctly in order to receive the most benefit.

Use As Directed

According to acuhealing.com, many Chinese herbs are meant to be taken as an herbal tea so that the body absorbs and digests the herbs quickly, though many are also available in powder or tablet form. If you purchase herbs in raw form, mix a bag of herbs into two cups of boiled water for a two day supply. Reheat directly before consuming the tea, and drink half a cup twice a day, preferably before or after a meal. If you take a tablet or powder form, take as suggested. If the herbs have a specific purpose, such as to help you sleep, take before bed or when recommended.

Visit A Specialist

Clinics are available with experts in Chinese herbology who can discuss your reasons for wanting to take herbs and any symptoms that you want relief from. With this information, they can help you decide which herbs would benefit you most. They can help you find the herbs, decide what form of the herb your should take and direct you on when and how often to take the herb. By discussing with an expert, you will obtain information on how to get the most out of the Chinese herbs. If you cannot find a clinic in your area, talk to a specialist at an acupuncture clinic or a health food store

What Not To Do

If you are taking Chinese herbs along with a medication, acuhealing.com suggests you take the herbs an hour or two apart from when you take the medication. Talk to your doctor about the herbs that you use. You should refrain from eating cold, raw, spicy and oily foods with the herbs, or cold or acidic beverages. These products are more difficult to digest. If itching or burning occurs when you consume the herbs, it means you are having an allergic reaction and you should not continue using them. If you do not notice improvement, do not stop taking the herb, according to acumedic.com. It takes time for the body to respond to the herbs.

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How to Take Chinese Herbs

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