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Chinese Herbs

Chinese herbs are deeply rooted in the ancient history of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). They are an important part of the eastern approach to holistic healing. For thousands of years, Chinese herbs have helped promote wellness, balance energies, and treat a wide range of health problems.


Chinese Medicine helps to balance the opposing forces of Yin and Yang. Each herb is considered not only for its individual properties but also for the way it interacts with other herbs. The herbs are combined in synergistic ways to address specific health conditions. 


Chinese herbal products have been studied for many medical problems, including stroke, heart disease, mental disorders, and respiratory diseases (such as bronchitis and the common cold).

Understanding Yin and Yang

According to ancient Chinese philosophy, the delicate balance of Yin and Yang sustains all living beings. These opposing forces of energy, together with the life essence known as Qi, flow through invisible meridians in the body. Yin governs half of certain organs and meridians, while Yang governs the other half. Imbalances between Yin and Yang disrupt the flow of Qi, leading to illness. 


Various factors such as stress, pollution, diet, emotions, and infections can cause such imbalances. For diagnosis, Yin and Yang are additionally classified into interior and exterior, cold and hot, as well as deficiency and excess. This nuanced subdivision helps to better understand and assess various conditions, enhancing the precision and effectiveness of diagnostic practices.

How Do Chinese Herbs Work?

Chinese herbs each have unique naturally occurring active compounds and phytochemicals that help to promote healing. When you visit an expert herbalist, he or she will prescribe the best herbal formulation to promote health and healing for your particular conditions.

  • Balancing Yin and Yang

    Chinese herbs aim to harmonize the opposing forces of Yin and Yang within the body. Yin represents qualities like coolness and stillness, while Yang represents warmth and activity. An imbalance between these forces is believed to lead to health problems, and herbs are chosen to restore equilibrium.

  • Regulating Qi and Blood

    TCM emphasizes the smooth flow of Qi and blood as essential for good health. Chinese herbs are selected to regulate the circulation of Qi and blood, ensuring that energy moves freely throughout the body.

  • Supporting Organ Systems

    Each herb is associated with specific organ systems in TCM. Herbs are chosen based on their affinity for certain organs, aiming to nourish, tonify, or clear imbalances in these systems.

  • Addressing Root Causes

    Unlike Western medicine, which often focuses on symptom management, TCM seeks to identify and address the root causes of health problems. Chinese herbs are prescribed based on an individual's unique pattern of disharmony rather than specific symptoms.

  • Herb Combinations

    Chinese herbal products typically consist of multiple herbs working synergistically. The combination of herbs is carefully crafted to enhance efficacy, balance potential side effects, and address the complexity of individual health problems.

  • Adapting to Individual Patterns

    TCM recognizes that each person is unique, and a one-size-fits-all approach is not effective. Chinese herbal products are tailored to an individual's constitution, addressing both the immediate concerns and underlying imbalances.


    By working on these principles, Chinese herbs aim to restore the body's natural balance, strengthen its innate healing capacity, and prevent future imbalances. It's important to note that the efficacy of Chinese herbs is often observed over time, aligning with the holistic nature of traditional Chinese herbal medicine.

What is Chinese Medicine Good for?

Throughout the centuries, Chinese herbal medicine has been used to help promote healing for both minor and more serious health conditions. When dealing with serious conditions, it is important to collaborate with both a conventional medical practitioner and a TCM expert. It is always important to inform your entire healthcare team about any medications, herbs, or supplements you may be taking. TCM has shown efficacy in addressing a wide range of conditions, some of which include:

What Therapies Accompany Chinese Herbal Medicine?

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) encompasses a diverse range of therapeutic practices designed to restore balance and promote well-being. Some key practices within TCM include:

Acupuncture

Inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate energy flow (Qi) and restore balance.

Dietary Therapy

Emphasizes the importance of food as medicine, with dietary supplements tailored to an individual's constitution and health condition.

Counseling and Lifestyle Advice

TCM practitioners often provide guidance on lifestyle factors, including stress management, sleep, and emotional well-being.

These practices are interconnected and often used in combination to address the root causes of health issues and enhance the body's natural healing abilities.

What should I expect with my herbal consulation?

The first step of your initial consultation a comprehensive evaluation of your health. This typically begins with a detailed review of your medical history, encompassing current symptoms, past illnesses, medications, and lifestyle factors. 


Your herbalist will use traditional diagnostic methods such as tongue and pulse examination, providing insights into the condition of your internal organs and the flow of energy in your body. These methods help identify patterns of imbalance according to TCM principles.

Following the initial assessment, your acupunturist will talk to you about your symptoms. Based on the consultation, he or she will develop a personalized treatment plan, which may include Chinese herbal formulas, dietary supplements, and lifestyle recommendations.


If Chinese herbs are prescribed, your practitioner will give you the right dose to take. The herbs at our exclusive Austin Chinese Herbal pharmacy are all formulated as custom powders or tiny tea pills, making them easy to take. It's recommended to schedule a follow-up visit to make any needed modifications and optimize your treatment plan. Our goal at Austin Acupuncture Plus is to get you well and help you stay well for the long term.

Testimonials

In the past it has been my pleasure to refer family and friends to Dr. Wang. They have all had remarkable improvement with their health issues. This time I have a nephew who has tested positive for covid. Dr. Wang is offering bottled herbs called "Defend Yourself Now." These herbs were mailed to my nephew and after following the directions in 24 hours his cough was dramatically improved and his sense of taste had returned. His dad walked by his room and heard him laughing and singing. What a happy ending ! May I suggest that you consider contacting Dr. Wang for your health issues. I believe you will be amazed at the results.

Kathryn S.

Then, I met Dr.Jin . She took her time to be with me and listened to me in no hurry. she was focus in the intention of healing me, and we could chat about my health in general and the pain. Later, during her gentle treatment, I felt in peace, finally in peace, and I could feel all the energy flowing towards my pain area looking for healing. In that very first moment, I knew Dr. Jin treatment was working. Feeling very peaceful, and starting feeling happy. First Treatment finished, and I had no pain at all. Dr. Jin, also gave me some herbs and since then, I am going to the toilet everyday and the pain never come back. I must thank from my heart to Dr. Jin for her endless knowledge, her healing treatments and her kindness. she is always there to help me phisically and emotionally, achieving a better woman health, more relaxation, better sleep and more peace . I love when after her treatments, I leave the clinic in total balance, feeling focus but gentle, feeling motivated but neutral. I wish everybody could feel it.

Eva M.

I have been going to Dr. Wang for 2 years. The staff is amazing, the office is clean and inviting. Dr. Wang goes above and beyond to help you with pain. I had two surgeries done, without any POST surgeries pain meds. I asked Dr. Wang to prepare me before both surgeries, and give me herbs for the after pain relief. I was pleasantly surprise when in both cases I took the herbs for 2 days only, and didn't experience any pain discomfort. Dr. Wang is the best!

Julie B.

Best herbalist. Has changed my energy and cleared my chronic sinus infections.

Rachelle Webb

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