Nature's pharmacy, minus the side effects novel.
Chinese herbal medicine has been refined for thousands of years. That's thousands of years of trial, error, and "oh, THAT's what that plant does." The result? An incredibly sophisticated system of natural medicine that treats the root cause of your problems, not just the symptoms you Googled at 2 AM.
Unlike the supplement aisle at your grocery store (where you just grab whatever has the nicest label), Chinese herbal formulas are custom-designed for YOUR specific pattern. Your bloating is not the same as your neighbor's bloating. Your insomnia has a different root cause than your coworker's. You deserve a formula that knows the difference.
Basically everything acupuncture does, but in convenient take-home form.
This is where herbs absolutely shine. IBS, bloating, acid reflux, constipation—herbs can heal your gut lining, regulate motility, and calm inflammation from the inside out. Your gut will send a thank-you card.
Menopause, PMS, irregular cycles, thyroid weirdness—herbs support your endocrine system gently and effectively. Like HRT's chill, natural cousin.
The stuff Western medicine shrugs at. Fatigue, autoimmune flares, recurring infections, mystery symptoms—herbs address the underlying pattern your body is stuck in.
Can't sleep? Can't stop worrying? Herbs can calm your nervous system without making you feel like a zombie. Think of it as a gentle "shhh" for your overactive brain.
Anti-inflammatory herbs that work with your body instead of against your stomach lining. Great between acupuncture sessions to keep the momentum going.
Getting sick every time someone sneezes near you? Herbs can strengthen your immune system so it actually does its job. Think of it as a firmware update for your defense system.
(It's not just "here, chew on this leaf.")
I figure out your specific pattern using Chinese medicine diagnostics. Two people with "anxiety" might get completely different formulas. That's the magic—it's personalized.
I design a formula specifically for you, using high-quality, tested herbs. Usually in capsule or granule form—no one's making you brew mysterious bark tea. (Unless you want to. Some people are into that.)
As your body changes, your formula changes. We adjust based on how you're responding. It's an ongoing conversation between your body and the herbs—and I'm the translator.
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When prescribed by a trained practitioner (hi, that's me), yes. I use herbs from reputable suppliers that test for heavy metals, pesticides, and contaminants. This isn't the Wild West of supplements. It's a highly regulated, evidence-based system with millennia of safety data.
Possibly, which is exactly why I ask about every medication you're taking before prescribing anything. I'm trained in herb-drug interactions and will never give you something that conflicts with your current meds. Safety first, always.
I'll be honest: traditional decoctions (boiled herb tea) can be... an acquired taste. That's why I primarily use capsules and concentrated granules. All the therapeutic benefit, none of the "why does medicine have to taste like a forest floor" experience.
Grocery store supplements are generic, one-size-fits-all, and often poorly formulated. Chinese herbal formulas are customized to your specific pattern, use synergistic combinations of herbs (not isolated compounds), and are backed by thousands of years of clinical use. It's the difference between a tailored suit and a one-size-fits-all poncho.
Herbs are fantastic alone, but combined with these? Chef's kiss.
The in-office powerhouse
Acupuncture resets your system on the table. Herbs keep it reset between visits. Together, they're the one-two punch your condition didn't see coming.
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Herbs work from the inside, Qigong works from the outside. Together, your body gets the memo from every possible angle.
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