Herbal Medicine in NYC
The world around us is always changing, and our bodies must adapt to keep up with life's demands. To support your total health and wellness, we incorporate herbal medicine into our acupuncture treatment protocols whenever applicable.
Our herbal medicine blends address the underlying causes of your symptoms to strengthen your mental, physical, and spiritual health, allowing you to achieve a state of balance.
When your body is in proper alignment, it is at its most resilient. Our herbal medicine blends can help you restore balance to your health. Like training wheels on a bicycle, herbal medicine stabilizes your body, teaching it to remain resilient in the face of life's many stressors.
What makes Chinese Herbal Medicine so effective?
The Western model for treating illnesses focuses on killing the pathogen in the body. In other words, the Western model addresses the “what”, transforming the body into a battleground, usually at the expense of the individual.
Often, the protocols recommended by the Western model leave us feeling drained, worsening our symptoms or simply covering them up as the illness itself rages on.
The Chinese medicine model is inherently different. Eastern medicine emphasizes strengthening the body’s natural defenses and supporting an individual’s mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. This is how the body naturally works.
Rather than focusing on the “what” of the illness, Chinese medicine turns its attention to the “who”. By supporting the individual, Chinese herbal medicine gives the body the tools it needs to heal itself. This enables the patient to overcome the pathogen naturally.
Whether you’re struggling with seasonal allergies or an autoimmune condition, your protocol may be different, but the approach is still the same. Strengthening the body, enhancing the immune system, and reducing stress with the help of our Herbal Medicine program are key to supporting your health, regardless of which illness you face.
How does Chinese Herbal Medicine work?
Empirical evidence proves that Chinese herbal medicine has been used for thousands of years and has been documented as early as 300 BC.
Chinese herbal medicinal formulas are chosen based on a pattern that manifests with each individual's presentation. Choosing the proper formulas that match the person’s constitutionality enables us to treat the individual, rather than treating their illness.
Chinese medicine is a highly effective, time-tested alternative therapy that works by supporting the body. There are herbal medicine protocols to suit nearly every health condition. Whether you are trying to reverse the aging process or increase your chances of getting pregnant, Chinese herbal medicine can help you meet your wellness goals.
The effectiveness of each Herbal Medicine treatment protocol is influenced by several factors depending on the individual. These include:
Constitution
Health history
Lifestyle
Habits
The duration of the illness
The severity of the symptoms
Chinese medicine says that you have the ability to heal yourself. You are not broken, you just need some help! Our herbal medicine protocols put the power back in your hands, where it belongs.
Let Integrative Healing Arts design an Herbal Medicine treatment for you
Integrative Healing Art’s founder, Tsao-Lin, holds a master's degree in Oriental Medicine from TSCA and is board-certified in Chinese Herbal Medicine by NCCAOM. She has completed additional postgraduate training in Kampo, Japanese herbal medicine, at the Kampo Institute. With years of experience treating people from all walks of life, and a passion for empowering her patients, Tsao can help you support your body through any illness.
Herbal medicine involves the use of plants and minerals in their raw and natural form. Minimal processing ensures that these plants and minerals retain their maximum medicinal potential. Chinese herbal remedies use the underlying principles of Yin and Yang within the body to create formulas, or recipes, that assist the body’s self-healing process. Food is also a medicine, and dietary modification may also be utilized as a part of our Herbal Medicine treatment program.
Tsao’s deep knowledge of Chinese herbal remedies allows her to treat each of her clients effectively. These herbal blends are very powerful. For this reason, Tsao gives careful consideration to each condition and circumstance in determining the appropriate protocol and usage.
Can Chinese Herbal Medicine help prevent and treat the symptoms of COVID-19?
There have been great strides in understanding the mechanism of COVID-19, and it is a good idea to take precautions to minimize our risk of catching and spreading the Coronavirus.
Many of todays modern drugs have been developed by studying the natural antiviral and antibacterial properties in plants medicines.
Herbal medicine has been used for thousands of years for prevention of diseases and to strengthen the body, minimizes the damage that viruses and infections can cause.
The severity of the illness and the recovery time of people who tested positive for Coronavirus is very much dependent on the health of their immune system. Early detection of COVID-19 and swift utilization of supportive measures, like Acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and even massage therapy, can be particularly useful when used as a part of your treatment plan.
Can Herbal Formulas be used to fight cold and flu viruses?
Cold and flu season puts us all at an increased risk of getting sick. If you always seem to catch the latest bug at the office, or routinely pick up viruses from your family members, using the right Chinese herbal medicine protocols can help you stay healthy. Please consult a healthcare provider before taking any herbal supplements.
Yin Qiao San Jie Du Tang is a classic Chinese herbal formula that can be used for viral and bacterial illnesses. This blend is used to provide relief from sore throats, coughs, high fevers, and headaches. It is a safe formula and suitable for men and women of any age. It is so safe, in fact, that it can also be used to treat children (at a reduced dosage).
Lian Qiao ( Fructus Forsythiae) is an effective blend used to treat infections and swelling and to provide pain relief. This herbal blend can be used as an antiviral and antibacterial, and to prevent the accumulation of blood and inflammation.
Jin Yin Hua ( Flos Lonicerae) is effective for treating viral infections and can be used to bring down a high fever. Jin Yin Hua eliminates inflammation and reduces blood clotting,
Niu Bang Zi (Fructus Arctii) is an ideal herbal blend for treating infections, especially sore throats and the pain and swelling caused by acute lymphadenitis
If you’re unsure if our Herbal Medicine program is right for you, contact our office to book your appointment. We will ask you about your health history and guide you as to which Chinese herbal medicine protocol will give you the best results.
Get in touch with Integrative Healing Arts today and let our decades of experience and extensive knowledge of Chinese herbal medicine support you as you commit to improving your health.