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The Natural Medicine Guide to the 50 Most Common Medicinal Herbs Heather Boon, BScPhm, PhD and Michael Smith, BPharm, MRPharmS, ND See book keywords and concepts

According to traditional chinese medicine philosophy, red ginseng is more 'heating' (more 'yang' in nature) than white ginseng.

Handbook of Medicinal Plants Amarjit S. Basra See book keywords and concepts

Chinese medicine, has often been confused with an adulterant species in the same genus, Rheum. Through sequencing specific regions of the chloroplast DNA of 13 species of Rheum (3 medicinal rhubarb species and 10 adulterant ones), a specific sequence for the medicinal species was found. A molecular marker specific to medicinal rhubarb was thus designed and proved to be highly effective for differentiation between medicinal rhubarb and adulterants.18 Molecular markers have also been utilized for the authentication of other medicinal plant preparations.

The Natural Medicine Guide to the 50 Most Common Medicinal Herbs Heather Boon, BScPhm, PhD and Michael Smith, BPharm, MRPharmS, ND See book keywords and concepts

Practitioners of traditional chinese medicine advise that "tonic" herbs, such as dong quai, should not be used during acute illness (i.e., the flu and colds).67 In addition, dong quai should be avoided in cases of hemorrhagic disease and hypermenorrhea.6 DRUG INTERACTIONS Plant medicines rich in coumarins may interfere with concomitant anticoagulant therapy.

The One Earth Herbal Sourcebook: Everything You Need to Know About Chinese, Western, and Ayurvedic Herbal Treatments Alan Keith Tillotson, Ph.D., A.H.G., D.Ay. See book keywords and concepts

What is traditional chinese medicine? Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is the traditional medicine system of China, developed from its ancient beginnings in shamanistic medicine. It is the second-largest medical system in the world after Western medicine. Today, TCM doctors go through extensive training—4 to 9 years—in theory and practice, including thousands of classroom hours, in large universities in each of the Chinese provinces, learning herbal therapy and acupuncture. In recent times, schools of TCM and/or acupuncture have been training professionals in the United States.

The Natural Medicine Guide to the 50 Most Common Medicinal Herbs Heather Boon, BScPhm, PhD and Michael Smith, BPharm, MRPharmS, ND See book keywords and concepts

Current Medicinal Use Until more conclusive scientific research has been conducted, it is best to use dong quai as it is intended to be used within a traditional chinese medicine paradigm. In the hands of an appropriately trained practitioner, dong quai may be useful in the management of menstrual and menopause conditions, as well as some cardiovascular conditions. Medicinal Forms Dong quai can be ingested in various ways: the fresh root may be either steamed or fried in vinegar, or the dried root can be taken as a soup.1

Prescription for Dietary Wellness: Using Foods to Heal Phyllis A. Balch, CNC See book keywords and concepts

The mo-er has a long history in traditional chinese medicine as a longevity booster, a stomach tonic, and soothing to throat inflammation. Scientists have now isolated a compound in mo-er—adenosine—that acts as an anticoagulant. Adenosine also accounts for the blood-thinning properties in onions and garlic. Morel Mushrooms Morels (Morchella esculenta) resemble brown sponges on a thick stem. Morels contain the following amino acids: iso-leucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, and valine.

The Green Pharmacy Anti-Aging Prescriptions: Herbs, Foods, and Natural Formulas to Keep You Young James A. Duke, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

If I wanted to use it, I'd first consult a practitioner of traditional chinese medicine. HONEYSUCKLE (LONICERA JAPONICA). Honeysuckle contains known virucides (virus-destroying compounds). It's a major antiviral and immune-stimulating herb in traditional chinese medicine. I'm a believer. When I feel a head cold or the flu coming on, and echinacea and garlic have failed to protect me, I bring in the herbal reinforcements— honeysuckle and forsythia, a classic Chinese virucidal combination. I mix them with European lemon balm, which has antiviral and antioxidant properties.

The ABC Clinical Guide to Herbs Mark Blumenthal See book keywords and concepts

Since 1992, traditional chinese medicine (TCM) has been made available as a primary health care option in the national HMO. Patients who choose TCM for their primary health care plan may receive traditional Chinese herbal medicines (which may contain ephedra) by prescription (Griininger, 1992). U.K.: Schedule III herb recommended to be limited for use by medical herbalists only (Denham, 1998). U.S.

AraUaceae] Overview Eleuthero root has been used in traditional chinese medicine for thousands of years, and has been known as "Siberian ginseng." Eleuthero is an "adaptogen," a mild substance that produces a normalizing effect on the body. It was first marketed in the U.S. in the late 1970s, and has since become one of the top-selling herbal dietary supplements.

It has been used in traditional chinese medicine (TCM) for over 2,000 years and is listed in the Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing, China's oldest pharmacopoeia, as well as in the pharmacopeia of Li Shih-Zhen of the Ming dynasty (Halstead and Hood, 1984). However, it was modern Russian researchers who popularized this herb in the West (Foster and Chongxi, 1992; Kenner and Requena, 1996). From the 1940s through the 1960s, Soviet scientists conducted extensive clinical research on eleuthero in their search for a more abundant and economical alternative to Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng).

This herb is one of the oldest and most widely used Chinese herbs, having been employed for thousands of years in traditional chinese medicine (TCM) as a primary component of multi-herb formulas prescribed to treat bronchial asthma, cold and flu, cough and wheezing, fever, chills, lack of perspiration, headache, and nasal congestion. Ephedra became controversial in the 1980s and 1990s due to its potential adverse effects and its increasing popularity as a major ingredient in herbal dietary supplements in the United States.

It has been used in traditional chinese medicine (TCM) for over two thousand years. From the 1940s through the 1960s, Soviet scientists conducted extensive clinical research on eleuthero in their search for a more abundant and economical alternative to Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng). Russian Olympic athletes, explorers, divers, sailors, and miners now use eleuthero as a preventive agent against stress-related illnesses. Photo © 2003 stevenfoster.

NOTE: In traditional chinese medicine (TCM), ginseng root is included in prescriptions given during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. Adverse Effects None known. Although a few adverse effects have been reported in the literature, given the long and safe history of use, widespread modern use, and clinical trials, most authoritative experts conclude that Asian ginseng is not associated with serious adverse effects if taken at the recommended dosages.

The Natural Medicine Guide to the 50 Most Common Medicinal Herbs Heather Boon, BScPhm, PhD and Michael Smith, BPharm, MRPharmS, ND See book keywords and concepts

CARDIOVASCULAR EFFECT Traditional Use Within the traditional chinese medicine (TCM) model dong quai is prescribed for conditions of 'blood deficiency', a situation that often presents with symptoms including: pale lips and tongue, dull/pale face with sallow complexion, depression and fatigue, poor memory, oligomenorrhea and amenorrhea.11 While many of these symptoms may be equated with the Western concepts of anaemia and cardiovascular disease, it is important to realize that conditions diagnosed following a TCM tradition cannot be directly equated with a conventional medical diagnosis.

Fundamentals of Pharmacognosy and Phytotherapy Dr. Michael Heinrich, Joanne Barnes, Simon Gibbons and Elizabeth M. Williamson See book keywords and concepts

Three types of traditional medicine have been chosen as an illustration: Traditional medicine can be defined as: Medical practice that includes diagnosis, prevention and treatment, relying on practical experience and observations handed down from generation to generation, whether verbally or in writing. • traditional chinese medicine (TCM). • Ayurveda. • Traditional African medicine (TAM) or traditional African medical systems (TAMS). TAM is an example of a mainly oral tradition, which applies to many types of indigenous medicine.

Herbs of Life: Health & Healing Using Western & Chinese Techniques Lesley Tierra See book keywords and concepts

Chinese herbals, traditional chinese medicine theory, massage, acupuncture. Lotus Press Box 6265, Santa Fe, NM 87502, 505-982-5534. Ayurvedic books, products, herb charts and information. Oriental Healing Arts Institute 1945 Palo Verde Avenue, Suite 208, Long Beach, CA 90815. Bulletins covering specific herbs, formulas and treatments of various disorders; also Chinese herbals and traditional chinese medicine theory. Redwing Book Company 44 Linden St., Brookline, MA 02146.

Fundamentals of Pharmacognosy and Phytotherapy Dr. Michael Heinrich, Joanne Barnes, Simon Gibbons and Elizabeth M. Williamson See book keywords and concepts

This historical overview covers only Europe and the most well-known traditions of Asia: traditional chinese medicine (TCM), Ayurveda and Jamu. TCM and Ayurveda will be discussed further in a separate chapter, because they are still used widely today. SOURCES OF INFORMATION The sources available for understanding the history of medicinal (as well as nutritional and toxic) plant use are archaeological records and written documents.

Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals: A Handbook for Practice on a Scientific Basis Josef A. Brinckmann and Michael P. Lindenmaier See book keywords and concepts

Chinese rhubarb root (da huang) is a component of some teas dispensed by practitioners of traditional chinese medicine. Rhubarb root is also a component of a top-selling (and controversial) herbal tea formula (Canada and U.S.) based on a traditional medicine of the Ojibwa tribe. There are numerous brands of so-called "Essiac" tea (a.k.a. "Ojibwa Tea") available in Canada, the U.K., the U.S., and Australia. Phytomedicines: Rhubarb-containing laxative preparations have been largely withdrawn from the European market.

Fundamentals of Pharmacognosy and Phytotherapy Dr. Michael Heinrich, Joanne Barnes, Simon Gibbons and Elizabeth M. Williamson See book keywords and concepts

In this respect it resembles traditional chinese medicine, and like TCM has influenced the development of more practical, less esoteric forms of medicine, which are used for routine or minor illnesses in the home. Related types of medicine include Jamu, the traditional system of Indonesia, which will be described briefly below. All these forms of traditional medicine use herbs and minerals and have many features in common.

The Scientific Validation of Herbal Medicine: How to Remedy and Prevent Disease with Herbs, Vitamins, Minerals and Other Nutrients Daniel B. Mowrey, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Journal of traditional chinese medicine, 3(3), 185-188, 1983. 27. Zhang, C, et. al. "Studies on actions of extract of motherwort." Journal of traditional chinese medicine, 2(4), 267, 1982 28. Boido, A, Sparatore, F, Biniecka, M. "N-substituted derivatives of rosmaricine." Studi Sassaresi, Sezione 2, (Italian), 53(5-6), 383-393, 1975. 29. Binding, G.J. & Moyle, A. About Kelp. Thorsons Publishers Ltd. Wellingborough, England, 1974. 30. Biard, J.F., Verbist, J.F., Boterff, J., Rages, G. & Lecocq, M.M. "Seaweeds of French Atlantic coast with antibacterial and antifungal compounds.

The Constituents of Medicinal Plants: An Introduction to the Chemistry and Therapeutics of Herbal Medicine Andrew Pengelly See book keywords and concepts

Bioactive polysaccharides from traditional chinese medicine herbs as anticancer adjuvants', journal of Alternative and Complementary Therapies 8: 559-565. Cho, C. H., Mei, Q. B., Shang, P., Lee, S. S., So, H. L., Guo, X and Li, Y. 2000, 'Study of the gastrointestinal protective effects of polysaccharides from Angelica sinensis in rats', Planta Medica 66: 348-351. Cribb, A. and Cribb, J. 1981, Wild Medicine in Australia, Collins, Sydney. Cseke, L. J. and Kaufman, P. B. 1999, 'How and why these compounds are synthesized in plants', in P. B. Kaufman, L. J. Cseke, S. Warber, J. A. Duke and H. L.

Outsmart Your Cancer: Alternative Non-Toxic Treatments That Work Tanya Harter Pierce See book keywords and concepts

Rath's approach, Cancema, Ambrotose, Artimisinin, and traditional chinese medicine (TCM). Any of these approaches may be well worth looking into. How you decide to treat your cancer should be your choice, and you have a right to make that choice an "informed" one. If you are one of the many people whose doctors tell them, "There is no cure for your type of cancer," you now know that what they really mean is, "There is no cure that conventional medicine currently has to offer you." And you also now know there is very real hope in the world of alternative cancer approaches.

The Constituents of Medicinal Plants: An Introduction to the Chemistry and Therapeutics of Herbal Medicine Andrew Pengelly See book keywords and concepts

Chang 2002, 'Bioactive polysaccharides from traditional chinese medicine herbs as anticancer adjuvants', Journal of Alternative and Complementary Therapies 8: 561. There are also numerous examples linking polysaccharides from Chinese herbs with protective effects on the digestive system. In one study ginseng—Panax ginseng (Araliaceae)—showed anti-ulcerogenic activity against induced ulcers (Sun, Matsumoto and Yamada 1991). The pectin-like bupleuran 211 from Bupleurum falcatum (Apiaceae) also exhibited significant anti-ulcer activity (Yamada et al. 1991).

Fundamentals of Pharmacognosy and Phytotherapy Dr. Michael Heinrich, Joanne Barnes, Simon Gibbons and Elizabeth M. Williamson See book keywords and concepts

Alternative medical systems such as Ayurveda and traditional chinese medicine consider mixtures an integral part of treatment. For example, in Ayurveda, an ancient combination formula known as 'Trikatu' features in many remedies. This mixture contains black pepper (Piper longum), and a rationale has been found for its inclusion. Pepper contains the alkaloid piperine, which is known to increase the bioavailability of a number of drugs by enhancing absorption, and it may be that this applies much more commonly than has been previously thought.

Rational Phytotherapy: A Reference Guide for Physicians and Pharmacists volker schulz and Rudolf Hansel See book keywords and concepts

A recent article suggests that use of ginseng in traditional chinese medicine (TCM) and in pharmacological studies in China were dosed significantly higher than the normal doses used in western clinical trials (i.e., about 200 mg per day of the extract standardized to 4 percent ginsenosides), and that therefore some of the western trials that have yielded negative results might produce more positive outcomes at higher doses (Dhar-mananda, 2002). More clinical trials testing ginseng at various dosage levels appear to be warranted. 9.1.1.

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Bulletins covering specific herbs, formulas and treatments of various disorders; also Chinese herbals and traditional chinese medicine theory. Redwing Book Company 44 Linden St., Brookline, MA 02146. Books on acupuncture, traditional chinese medicine theory, herbology, massage, natural medicine, homeopathy and more. Herbal Resource Guide The following is a list of resources for purchasing herbs and herbal products. Western Herb Suppliers Attar Herbs and Spices, Playground Rd., New Ipswich, NH 03071. They specialize in essential oils.

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RP has been used for centuries in traditional chinese medicine for the treatment of a wide range of disorders. It has also been used in traditional chinese medicine since 600 AD for its "anti-drunkenness" effect and is still used by traditional Chinese physicians for the treatment of those who abuse alcohol. It is thought that the antidipsotropic (anti-drinking) effect of RP is due to daidzein and daidzin. Daidzein is a solid substance that is virtually insoluble in water. Its molecular formula is G5H10O4, and its molecular weight is 254.24 daltons.

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Chinese Supplements Similar to Ayurvedic medicine, traditional chinese medicine does not focus on individual symptoms but views the human body as an entire system that needs careful management. At the core of Chinese medicine is the fundamental belief in yin and yang, or balance of energy within the body. According to traditional chinese medicine, there are two opposing forces in the universe: yin, which is negative, and yang, which is positive. Everything (including all herbs) and everybody is characterized as either yin or yang. Yin types tend to be cool, calm, and quiet.

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Ginger has been used in traditional chinese medicine for over 2,500 years. In India, it's called the universal medicine. Like garlic and cayenne, ginger has circulatory benefits that protect the vessels in the brain. Enjoy bracing cups of fresh ginger tea with raw honey; or simply add cayenne powder to green tea (coat the tea leaves with cayenne to taste, then steep) for a surprisingly pleasing spice treat that restores concentration immediately; or bake a head of garlic (cloves intact) in parchment paper for one hour at 325°F for an aromatic garlic pate.

Fundamentals of Pharmacognosy and Phytotherapy Dr. Michael Heinrich, Joanne Barnes, Simon Gibbons and Elizabeth M. Williamson See book keywords and concepts

Philosophically, Ayurveda has similarities with traditional chinese medicine, in that the concept of humanity as a microcosm within the macrocosm of the universe is accepted. There is a life force, which can be nourished, protected, and of course dissipated, as well as opposing forces or 'humors' whose balance is vital to health. In TCM. there are two (yin and yang). and in Ayurveda there are three (the tridosha). There are five elements in both, but they are slightly different and will be outlined in the appropriate section.

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