Myth about traditional Chinese medicine 1: the curative effect of traditional Chinese medicine is slow, and it can't be immediate.
The curative effect of traditional Chinese medicine is not slow, but it must be given according to the condition. Many patients come to see a doctor because of chronic diseases that have been delayed for many years, or because of organ dysfunction. They can't recover after taking medicine once or twice, and they can't make big changes in a short time. It may take two or three months to adjust to make their bodies recover slowly. If it is common symptoms such as stomachache, diarrhea, cold and dysmenorrhea, it will take effect almost once or twice, so it is not the slow effect of traditional Chinese medicine, but the type of disease.
Myth 2: Chinese medicine contains heavy metals. Can you be poisoned if you eat too much?
Whether Chinese medicine is poisonous or not depends on the source. At present, all qualified medical institutions in China use GMP, so don't worry. What is more doubtful is the "decoction pieces", that is, the original medicinal materials sold by Chinese herbal medicines. At present, some pharmaceutical companies have introduced high-grade safe decoction pieces, which are described in detail from the aspects of production history, testing and harvest season. Similar to organic ingredients, but with high cost, it is generally used by people who pay special attention to health.
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Traditional Chinese medicine is too bitter to import;
Traditional Chinese medicine has many forms. At present, the most common drugs on the market are pills, powders, ointments and soups. I often use "Gao Zi Fang", just like Chuanbei Pipa Cream. It's delicious and not bitter at all. I will take a spoonful a day, soak it in water and drink it slowly together; If you don't have time, melt it in your mouth. A dosage form like this is very suitable for children who are afraid to eat Chinese medicine at ordinary times, or patients who hate the taste of Chinese medicine. It tastes sweet, at least within the acceptable range of ordinary people.
I often meet some professional women, who have to travel frequently in clinic and can't come back for a week or two. If you use this dosage form, you can eat it in the refrigerator for three months after opening a can, which is very convenient. At present, traditional Chinese medicine can be customized, such as ointment or pill, which will not feel bitter after eating. If you really dare not eat it, you can make it into a medicated diet!
Myth # 3: Does TCM cure diseases and preserve health?
This is a wrong idea, because Chinese medicine is divided into top grade, middle grade and inferior grade, some of which are non-toxic and some of which need a doctor's prescription to take. The sources of traditional Chinese medicine are mainly natural plants, animals and minerals. The raw materials are harvested and processed by ancient methods, which can be divided into two categories, one is nourishing Chinese medicine and the other is therapeutic medicine. Nourishing traditional Chinese medicine includes invigorating qi, enriching blood, nourishing yin and warming yang. Just like health care products, it can also be added to the diet according to personal physique. As for therapeutic drugs, they have the functions of clearing away heat and toxic materials, dispelling cold and relieving pain, promoting qi and blood circulation, removing dampness and diuresis. They must be used under the guidance of a doctor. If you take it without authorization, it may cause adverse reactions and even endanger your life.
Traditional Chinese medicine is divided into top grade, middle grade and inferior grade. Not every Chinese medicine can nourish the body, so we must pass the individualized diagnosis and consultation of Chinese medicine.
★ Shangpin traditional Chinese medicine
In Shennong's Classic of Materia Medica, there are 120 kinds of top-grade Chinese medicines, which are non-toxic and can be used for maintenance. Taking it for a long time can strengthen the body, benefit qi, resist aging and prolong life. Common high-grade Chinese medicines include jujube, ginseng, auricularia auricula, astragalus, ganoderma lucidum, prepared rehmannia root, medlar, yam, Eucommia ulmoides and so on.
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Ginseng (photo)
★ Chinese medicine
* * * There are 120 species, some are non-toxic and some are slightly toxic, but their toxicity is used to treat diseases and also has the function of conditioning the body. Common Chinese medicines are angelica, lily, dried ginger and epimedium.
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Angelica sinensis (fig.)
★ Inferior Chinese medicine
* * * There are 125 species, which are toxic, but they don't mean poisoning people, but using their toxicity to treat diseases. For example, rhubarb is used to treat diarrhea, and peach kernel is used to promote blood circulation. Because of its toxicity, some pregnant women have a miscarriage as soon as they eat it. They must not eat it or eat it for a long time. They must take it according to the doctor's advice. Common inferior Chinese medicines include rhubarb, Pinellia ternata, aconite, peach kernel and so on.
How to buy Chinese herbal medicines If you want to do it yourself, you must choose a reputable pharmaceutical factory or a qualified Chinese medicine shop with a "sales license" issued by the health department. At present, some pharmaceutical companies have introduced higher-grade "safe Chinese herbal medicines", which clearly indicate the origin of the medicines, the safety inspection items passed, quality control and other information. In addition, choose the "authentic medicinal materials" collected from the place of origin, and pay attention to whether the medicinal materials are moldy, moth-eaten, discolored, etc. Avoid buying inferior products.
Many people have also asked me, "Do different dosage forms have different effects? Take pills for example, it depends on the disease itself to make pills. In the acute stage of the disease, that is, when the body is very uncomfortable, we usually provide decoction first. Soup means "swinging", which can produce the fastest medicinal properties. Through decoction, the medicinal properties can be exerted and the discomfort of the body can be alleviated.
However, in the late stage of the disease, maintenance is needed, or some diseases are not suitable for rapid drug attack. Pills can be used to let the digestive tract slowly absorb medicinal materials. Pills mean "slow down", which means that the speed of treatment begins to slow down. As for powder, there are many scientific Chinese medicines. Among scientific Chinese medicines, half are "auxiliary materials" but not all medicinal materials, because after frying, auxiliary materials are needed to make powder. Imagine the concept of milk powder made from milk. If you want to absorb 100% of medicinal materials, it is usually decoction, pill or ointment.