What is Herbal Medicine?

A large component of Chinese medicine is predicated on the use of botanical medicine, or herbs.  Chinese medical herbs are very safe and effective when used under the care of a licensed herbalist.  If it is appropriate for your condition, we will prescribe herbs which you may take in a few different ways.

Raw

We put together an herbal prescription based on traditional formulas, but tailored to you.  This is, in our opinion, the best way to take herbs.  You boil the plants into a tea and drink them.  Most of the time it will not taste good, but you get better faster. 

Patent

These are prepared herbal formulas  usually available in pill form.  We can not customize them for you, but these are appropriate for mild or chronic conditions.

Tinctures

We make our own formulas into an extract form.  You usually put 20-30 drops of the extract in warm water and drink it.  These are very effective and a good value.  If you have a condition that will require taking herbs for an extended period we will make a custom tincture for you so it is more convenient and cost effective to take your herbs over a long time.