CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE FOR BEGINNERS

<p>Chinese herbal medicine is part of the centuries-old tradition of applying traditional healing techniques in Asian countries. It</p><p>uses the natural bioactive components of herbs to alleviate symptoms and improve health. Like other branches of Chinese</p><p>medicine herbalism also uses a fundamental concept called a vital force of life or Qi. From this book you'll learn how the imbalance</p><p>of Qi affects the human body and causes disease and illness. Since this imbalance is considered disharmony of the Qi the key to eliminating a disease or illness is to restore Qi's natural balance.</p><p><br></p><p>Ancient Chinese believed we are connected with nature and therefore subject to its forces. Elements of nature like fire earth</p><p>water metal and wood affect our internal equilibrium and we must keep them in balance with our Qi. Traditional Chinese</p><p>medicine focuses on treating illnesses by treating the entire body - but the treatment is based on the specific cause of the condition.</p><p>This principle allows herbalists to use specific treatments for specific conditions unlike Western Medicine which generalizes</p><p>treatment for similar illnesses.</p>