What can Chinese Herbal Medicine treat?

Chinese herbal medicine has been used for thousands of years to support health and restore balance in the body. It can be beneficial for a wide range of acute and chronic issues. Some of the common reason include

• Digestive issues – bloating, IBS, constipation

• Women’s health – menstrual pain, irregular cycles, menopause symptoms, fertility support

• Mental-emotional wellbeing – stress, anxiety, insomnia, low mood

• Respiratory conditions – colds, coughs, allergies

• Fatigue and low immunity – boosting energy and resilience

• Musculoskeletal pain – arthritis, joint and muscle pain

• Skin conditions – eczema, acne, psoriasis

Just like an Acupuncture appointment, you don’t need a western diagnosis as we will take a detailed medical history, plus observations, which dictates your patterns of disease using Chinese Medicine Theory. We can then prepare your individual herbal prescription.

Is Chinese Herbal Medicine vegetarian & vegan?

Yes. No animal products or minerals ae used in the UK. All herbal medicines are plant based.

What are the side effects of Chinese Herbal Medicine?

When prescribed by a qualified practitioner, adverse side effects from your herbal medicine is rare. However, if you don’t feel well after taking them then simply get in touch with your practitioner, who may tweak your prescription for you. Your body is a complex machine and individual changes to dosage can easily be applied for you. Safety and well-being are always our top priority.

Dependant on the severity of your conditions. Your herbal Medicine may need to move or drain pathogens from the body, which can result in a change of your bowel movements, urination or menstrual cycle. This is a perfectly normal reaction

When should I not take my Chinse Herbal Medicine?

You should avoid or delay taking Chinese herbs if:

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding (unless prescribed specifically for this by a qualified practitioner)

• You are taking certain prescription medications that may interact (always disclose your current medication)

• You have known allergies to specific herbs

• You develop unexpected symptoms, feel unwell with a cold & flu, or if prescribed antibiotics. – please contact your practitioner immediately

• Sometimes we may ask you not to take your Medicine whilst menstruating.

We always carry out a detailed consultation to ensure Chinese herbs are safe and appropriate for you.

How does Chinese Medicine work?

The Materia Medica is a comprehensive guide to Chinese herbal medicines, organised by categories and therapeutic functions. Each herb has its own unique properties, including temperature, flavour, and specific actions within the body. These characteristics determine how the herb supports different organs and systems. Rather than using single herbs in isolation, Chinese medicine relies on formulas—carefully crafted combinations of herbs that work synergistically. These formulas are time-tested, balanced, and designed to address multiple aspects of a condition at once. This holistic approach is often more effective, safer, and more refined than using individual herbs alone.

How do I prepare Herbal Medicine?

Chinese herbal medicine is traditionally taken as a warm tea (decoction), twice daily—ideally in the morning and afternoon on an empty stomach. Each bag of herbs contains enough for two days of medicine. To prepare, simmer the contents of one bag in 1 pint (approx. 500ml) of water twice, collecting about 2 pints in total. This yields 4 cups of herbal tea—2 cups per day.

For best results, Chinese herbs should be taken consistently, twice a day for a minimum of 3 months, allowing the formula time to work deeply and support long-term healing.

Please see the video via the link to assist you in making your herbal medicine at home. https://pin.it/7DDBsHL