Chinese Herbal Medicine
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Chinese Herbal Medicine Links
- 3 Treasures Teas: Chinese Herbal Medicine Extracts Created by Dr. James Zhou, OMD. Chinese herbal medicine education and information along with extensive product list addressing wide range of conditions with well referenced explanations of the herbal formulas and their medical application.
- Chinese Medicine in the Treatment of Estrogen Dependent Tumors Article by Subhuti Dharmanada, PhD. Investigates the current concerns and uses of Chinese herbal medicine and plant estrogens in breast cancer, women's health, and medical research. Downloads in PDF format.
- Healing People Portal site for alternative therapies.
- Health AtoZ: The Source For Health and Medicine Portal site presents introductory level to Alternative Medicine and Chinese Medicine from Western doctors' point of view. Search engine is useful for the links it provides regarding aspects Acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and Wellness Centers.
- TheHealthVine: Chinese Herbal Medicine Listing of articles on alternative herbal medicines.
- HealthWorld Online A leading resource on wellness, natural health, traditional, complementary and alternative medicine information, and self care.
- HIV Clinic Dr. Chou's clinic and holistic health program for the treatment of HIV offers an herbal medicinal supplement.
- Giovanni Maciocia Leading expert on Chinese Medicine, herbal medicine and acupuncture. Site offers herbal medicine articles, in depth research books, and a range of Chinese herbal formulae: Three Treasures (East West Treasures) and Women's Treasure. Psychospiritual, emotional and mind/body aspects of the medicines are explored.
- Choices In Healing: Traditional Chinese Medicine for American Cancer Patients A chapter from Michael Lerner's well researched book examining the four principle disciplines of Chinese medicine chosen by American cancer patients as the most beneficial complementary resource for treating cancer and its side-effects; herbal medicine, Qi Gong, acupressure and acupuncture. Includes referenced clinical trials on the effectiveness of Chinese herbal medicine and its derivatives in cancer treatment and extending life.
- Chinese Herbal Medicine Effective in IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) Herb World News Research Review of JAMA article of a Western clinical trial demonstrating the effectivenenss of Chinese herbal medical formulas in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
- Rocky Mountain Herbal Institute (RMHI) Chinese Herbal Medicine Database for Practitioners with Latin and Pinyin references. Includes information about botanical classification, dosage, contraindications, preparation, physiological notes and traditional Chinese clinical indications.
- East West Clinic Clinic in Winnipeg, Canada. Online herb catalog.
- Qi - The Journal of Traditional Eastern Health & Fitness Site is committed to awareness and understanding of the traditional Chinese medicine and its disciplines. Educational interactive acupuncture model, herbal quizzes, research, educational and professional links. Excellent resource site with integrity.
- Amato Medical research in the uses and clinical application of the immune system adapatogenic properties of Reishi: Ganoderma Lucidum, including scientific references and articles on its use in medical disorders.
- Medboo TCM Health TCM training courses, healthy living section, information on herbs, acpuncture and disease entities and an e-magazine.
- Causes of Disease by Anna Selby According to Chinese pathology, there are three principal causes of disease: external factors, emotions, and irregularities in day-to-day living (emotional, mental, and physical).
- Sexual Hormones and Reproductive Imbalances Materia Medica Article by Christopher Hobbs. Addresses some important herbs for both men and women regarding hormonal and reproductive health concerns. The list of herbs describes their actions, uses, energetics, and includes a therapeutic index.
- Meditopia Alternative natural treatment of Alzheimer's disease using Oriental medicine.
- Chinese Herbal Therapies for Refractory Diseases Lists the most successful herbal therapies of traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of different refractory diseases.
- ITM Online Institute for Traditional Medicine A research, education, and information center for Chinese, Oriental, Tibetan, and Aruyvedic medicines. ITM emphasizes traditional Chinese medicine's use of Chinese Herbal Medicine in the prevention and treatment of illness as well as supporting fundamental well being. National practitioner referrals available.
- The Eastern and Western Medical Systems Introduces the integrated and wholistic foundations and disciplines of Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture. Table of comparisons between Eastern and Western medicine views.
- Conquering Chronic Diseases Without Drugs or Surgery Articles by Julia Chang, M.Sc. Text on Chinese and Western approaches in gallstone removal, gallbladder problems, liver diseases and woman health problems such as estrogen dominance and endometriosis. Prime Herbs products for sale.
- Mioti: Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Resources Comprehensive guide to Chinese medicine resources includes schools, associations, research, journals of Chinese medicine and acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and materia medica, acupuncture and medical Qigong. Professional focus to articles.
- Frequently Asked Questions about Ginseng Information on ginseng related to its uses and place in herbal medicine.
- Ancient Way: Chinese Herbs Offers a selection of Chinese herbs and teas, as well as consultations from a licensed practitioner of Chinese Medicine, an online clinic of Chinese herbal medicine and nutritional therapy. Includes essays and information on a variety of topics concerning acupuncture, herbs, Qi Gong, and Taoism.
- China Nature Products Chinese natural products from ethnic minorities, like Chinese medicine, rare tea, and books, maps, films about Tibet, Yunnan, Sichuan, National Parks, eco-tourism, environmental protection
- Planet Herbs Dr. Michael Tierra's planetary herbology, Chinese medicine, acupuncture, alternative medicine website and forums. Courses, seminars, East-West clinic, rare books, articles, supplies, links to other integrated medical sites.
- Phytotherapy Aids in Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Herb Research Foundation article describes results of study showing the use of herbs which aided the symptoms of pharmaceutical drug withdrawal such as irritability, insomnia, gastrointestinal disturbance and headache while relieving anxiety, panic and depression. Among the herbs were the Chinese medicinal herbs, Wu Wei Zi, (Schizandra) and Huang Qin (Scutellaria).
- Pc Spes And Prostate Cancer A personal story of alternative treatment of prostate cancer with pc spes, a food supplement containing 8 chinese herbs. Includes articles and news items, where to buy it, and links.
- The Use of Chinese Herbs and Other Natural Modalities as Alternatives to Hormone Replacement Therapy Article by Amelia Greacen, Registered Acupuncturist, Dipl. Ac. (NCCA). In depth analysis of the different understandings and medical apprroaches to menopause in Chinese and Western cultures. Well referenced data.
- National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) National Institutes of Health (NIH) resource site provides information, resources and free medline. Number of research links to universities investigating the use of Chinese Herbal medicine for treatment of addictions, aging, AIDS, asthma, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, immunological disease, pain,stroke and women's health.
- International Health News Summaries of the latest research concerning Chinese herbal medicine.
- Pacific College of Oriental Medicine Describes treatment with Chinese herbs, acupuncture and counseling of eating disorders, obessive compulsive syndrome and other imbalances.
- Chinese Herbs General information about Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture, including educational requirements and legislation and licencing.
- Chinese Materia Medica -- Safety, Efficacy and Modernization Article by Dr. Liao Fulong about historical and current approaches to ensuring the safety and efficacy of Chinese herbal medical prescriptions by Chinese doctors and regulatory boards.
- Chinese Herb Garden A variety of articles, including an outline, scientific principles, secret recipes, products, and pharmaceutic factors of traditional chinese medicine or sinomedicine.
- Fu Zheng Therapy: Building Strength Article by Efram Korngold.
- The Use of Golden Flower Chinese Herbal Formulas with Emotional Symptoms Article by John Scott, O.M.D. Describes Chinese medical formulas that address specific emotional symptoms such as anger, obsessive thoughts, insomnia, depression, suppressed feelings, guilt, despair, moodiness, agitation, anxiety, nightmares, and inability to concentrate. Formulas are referenced and available for sale.
- Status of Ganoderma Lucidum in United States: Ganoderma Lucidum as an Anti-inflammatory Agent William B. Stavinoha, a University of Texas resarcher presents investigations into the anti-inflammatory properties of Reishi, in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. Anti-inflammatory agents are known to halt or diminish the progress of the disease. Scientific and medical research references given. Links to articles on the use of Reishi in cancer and HIV.
- RMHI: Chinese herbology, correct and incorrect ways of choosing herbs By Roger Wicke, Ph.D. How Chinese medical (TCM) herbalists achieve clinical results without side-effects by choosing herbal formulas for whole-body/mind/spirit symptom-sign patterns rather than for single symptoms.
- Herb Research Foundation - Herbs and Herbal Medicine for Health Nonprofit. Dedicated to researching and providing scientific and proven information on the safety and health benefits of botanicals throughout the world from multiple medical traditions, particularly Chinese herbal medicine. Emphasis is on making herbal medicine information available for scientists, complementary and conventional doctors, legislators, the herb industry and the public.
- Chinese Medicinals Concentrated herbal products to assure a powerful and superior product through the synergistic combination of Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine with the latest western scientific research. Background information on Oriental medicine.
- Medicinal Herbs in Chinese Medicine Article by Micki Iborra from InnerSelf Magazine. Herbology and Herbal medicines evolved as healing art in China through observation and use. This knowledge was compiled and passed down for refinement through the centuries. Herbs, in accord with the view of Chinese Medicine, are classified according to their energetic qualities, temperature, taste, direction and functions.
- An Experimental Study on 472 Herbs and Formulas for Herpes Simplex Abstract relating antiviral actions on herpes simplex virus by Zheng Min Shi Department of Microbiology Jiangxi Medical University,China. From "Journal of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine", Vol.10, No.1, pp 39-41, 1990. Results showed ten highly effective Chinese herbal medicine and related formulas used in treatment of herpes.
- Rosenthal Clinical Projects: Women's Health and Chinese Herbal Medicine Columbia University's NIH/Complementary Medicine center for Women's Health research, clinical trials and projects. Projects include the following areas. Menopausal Hot Flashes: Effect of a Chinese Herbal Preparation on hormones, estrogen balance, lipid levels and hot flashes; clinical trials treating uterine fibroids and symptoms with Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture. Surveys on the multi-ethnic perspective of Chinese, Caucasian, Latino, and African American women using herbs in treating women's health problems.
- Chinese Herb Academy Voluntary organization of licensed healthcare practitioners, matriculated students and postgraduate academics specializing in Chinese Herbal Medicine.
- AskDrWang.com Traditional Chinese Medicine at your fingertips: online consultation, herbal formulas for a wide range of ailments, Chinese calligraphy, books, and insight into the ancient art of Chinese healing.
- Herbal Programs for Women's Health Article by Janet Zand, O.M.D., L.Ac. Describes the use of Chinese herbs and nutritional supplements beneficial for regulating the phases of the menstrual cycle. Formulas and explanations for use are given.
- Oriental Medicine.com Comprehensive site established to provide in depth information on Oriental and Chinese Mediicne for professional and consumer. Good FAQ section addressing Chinese herbs, their properties, use in combination with vitamins and drugs, safety, and practitioners. Introductory level covering the theory, modalities and range of Chinese medicine, as well as useful discussion on the difference of Chinese Herbal medicine and other systems and practices.
- Spanda Medical Company: Chinese Medicinal Herbs "Deeply committed to the practice of Chinese and Oriental Medicine" this company represents 20 manufacturers, many who are Chinese medical practitioners "rooted in their field and its practice in the West." Offering superior grade and thoroughly researched organic Oriental medical herbs, herbal formulas, extracts, linaments, teas, and other Chinese and Western herbal products. There are educational articles wriiten by/for practitioners on a variety of issues in Chinese medicine. Full descriptions of herbal products are given. Wholesale/retail to professionals only.
- Traditional Chinese Medicine and Specific Disorders A collection of articles on how Traditional Chinese Medicine deals with certain disorders or conditions.
- Chinese Medicine and Cancer Article by Richard Walters. Describes Chinese medicine's role in the treatment of cancer presenting its foundation, how it works, evidence of its effectiveness and what one can expect during treatment. Focuses on the "the huge pharmacopia" of Chinese herbal medicine and the scientific basis for the role it can provide in collaboration with conventional cancer chemotherapy.
- Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture in Canada Traditional Chinese Medicine around the world. Articles on Chinese herbs and disorders treated with Chinese herbal medicine. Resources for patients, practitioners and students of Chinese Medicine.
- Botanical/Herbal Medicine Resources Columbia University's site for Complimentary and Alternative Medicine's Herbal Medicine Resources. Thorough presentation of resources, medical, scientific, and traditional databases, journals and links for Eastern/ Chinese medicinal herbs and other herbal traditions
- Center for Alternative Medicine Research in Cancer National Institute of Health sponsored. Provides overview of Chinese Medicine and therapies, current research, review of specific cancer therapies. Resources for professionals, patients and families to mulitple sites for information on alternative and complimentary cancer therapies.
- Sino Herb King Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine Center in Long Island City, NY. Clinic offers consultations, treatment, and classes in traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, Chinese herbal therapies, diet/nutrtion, and massage. Educational articles on all aspects of Chinese medicine. Herbal formulas, teas, herbal dietary supplements, and medical supplies available. Distributes international FDA approved herbal products.
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