Chinese Herbal Medicine

The West has woken up to the potential offered by traditional Chinese herbal medicine, particularly in the treatment of skin disorders. There are over 5000 different herbs used, from which prescriptions are made up for individual patients according to their needs. Chinese herbal medicine has a reputationss for succeeding where allopathic remedies have failed, particularly with skin complaints such as allergies and eczema. This guide explains: the philosophy behind Chinese herbal medicine and its holistic view of health; diagnosis and treatment based on overall analysis of the body systems; the importance of these medicines as a preventive measure; how to take them and what to expect from the treatments; tonic herbs and their use in the treatment of common diseases and skin conditions including ME, asthma, high blood pressure, menopausal symptoms, chronic gastritis and eczema.