There are countless number of patients who have been treated with the herb. The category of this herb is for external use only. Tasting like sour astringent and best used for liver, lung, intestine and spleen problems. The action of this herb will include:

• diarrhea alleviation
• reduced bleeding
• Resolved toxicity
• Lower pathogenicity
• Decreased sores
• Thin mucus will be resolved
• Eliminates phlegm
• Reduces heat

Also known as alum or potassium aluminum sulphate, this herb is very widely used.

Method of brewing Alumen-Chinese Herb:

The correct decocting method is the reason these medicines work well. The ingredients may vary, but the outcome will be the same, healing effect for your body. The container with stainless steel, ceramic, glass could be used. The aluminum and iron cast should not be used. There are Chinese herbs which could interact with all the metals and cause a negative impact on its effectiveness.

Soak the herbs in water and it will give the best effects for long term. Purity of the water used for the process could actually be beneficial to improve the outcome. Tap water would also suffice for the brewing of herbs. 20 minutes of soaking is efficient to extract all the active ingredients of the herbs. You must boil the herbs in water and the flavors will be released.

 The Alumen-Chinese Herb will give its positive impact as the decoction is perfectly done. This is an external use herb, so the process would vary accordingly. Simple steps can be followed when you are dealing with the Chinese herbs. There are different ways to get the extraction done right, to increase the effectiveness and good quality of herbs. Make sure you are discussing it with the expert before purchasing and using the herbs.

There are Chinese herbs which could cause side effects in case you are suffering from medical conditions. Even the other medicines you consume could have a mixed impact or cause side effects. For apt use of Alumen-Chinese Herb talk to the expert, or conduct some research on the web before going out and using it. You can bid goodbye to all the pain and the physical ailments when you are taking all benefits from the Chinese herbs in the tried and tested way followed through the centuries.

]]> http://thespiritualhealth.com/herbs/chinese-herbs/alumen-chinese-herb.html/feed 0 http://thespiritualhealth.com/herbs/chinese-herbs-for-hair-gain.html http://thespiritualhealth.com/herbs/chinese-herbs-for-hair-gain.html#comments Thu, 24 Feb 2011 04:34:27 +0000 Spiritual Health http://thespiritualhealth.com/?p=2835 Our appearance is very important part of grooming. Skin, hair and figure have always been prime concern for one and all. Healthy skin and hair make us look beautiful. In some events hair fall occurs during phases of life or under stress. Hair loss or alopecia is very common among 30% of individuals. Majority of men suffer from complete or partial baldness, but even women experience hair loss.

Hair cycle:

There are 3 cycles including growth, resting and then shedding of hair. Normal hair growth cycle includes 1 centimeter development per month. Then rest period is included and finally they fall out. Of the complete volume only 10% is in resting phase and the remaining 90% hair is in growing phase.

There are diverse symptoms for hair loss and different causes of the fall. Many Chinese herbs are used since time unknown to heal many ailments. The natural herbs to ensure hair growth mainly work by improving blood flow to hair and strengthening the organs. The following herbs are bound to work for developing your overall health:

Psoralea: Known as babchi seeds, the pods of psoralea are used to cure hair loss. These are available in form of capsules.

Goto Kola: The male baldness is healed with the help of this herb. It works on blood circulation improvement and reduces anxiety.

He Shou Wu: This root of fleece flower is used for purifying blood and strengthening the hair root. It is also available in the form of capsule.

Hei Zhi Ma: The black form of sesame seed is associated with hair loss prevention as well as to improve longevity. Caution is advised as too much of this herb can cause diarrhea.

Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract: This root extract when combined with the extract of paeonia albiflora, purnus perscia and plygonum multiforium works as a shampoo for treating alopecia.

Multiflower knotweed: It is used for strengthening the muscles and bones in body. Hair color darkens with this herb. Immunity improves and many pharmacologists have used this in medicines. The endocrine functions improve, intestines and liver becomes healthy as well as ageing is delayed. Since hundreds of years it has been used in Chinese medicine.

Foti: Also known as shien mien, this has been used for longevity. The hair color can be quickly restored with the help of this herb. It is also found to nourish skin, teeth, nail and hair. It is available as a tonic to cleanse the blood.

Angelica: It promotes hair growth and is rich in calcium to prevent brittle hair. This consists of substance for improving follicle hair anabolism. It enters deep into the follicles and gives nourishment to hair. Sebum secretion is regulated. Hair loss is faster.

With gradual use you can improve your hair growth and get freedom from baldness.

Ginseng (renshen): Blood pressure control, improved immunity and blood sugar regulation are benefits of ginseng. A tea with Ginseng is good for lowering fatigue. Use 0.5-3.0 gm of ginseng for consumption.

Hoelen (fuling): Fungus like herb grows on the pine roots. Heals gastro-intestinal irritation, acts as mild sedative when used with pine roots and helps transport moisture from digestive system into bladder. Use of 10-15 grams every day to prepare decoctions ascertains health. It is non-toxic.

Rhubarb (dahuang): The Chinese root acts as an effective laxative and enhances appetite. Rhubarb improves blood circulation, prevents infections and lowers autoimmune reactions. Cook 0.5-3 gm of Rhubarb for treatment.

Ma-huang (mahuang): The leaves improve breathing and invigorate the nervous system. Hoelen based alkaloids have been used to prepare drugs for sinus congestion and asthma. This metabolic enhancer is a good form of stimulant for people striving for weight loss. About 1-9 gm per day can benefit in preventing inflammation.

Licorice (gancao): These roots have many beneficial properties such as enhancing the digestion, neutralizing toxins and reduce inflammation. Chinese medical practitioners use this herb for sore throat, hyperthyroidism, hepatitis and heart valve ailments. Few hundred mg to 15 gm per day will suffice. Excess use may lead to edema or tachycardia.

Coptis (huang lian):  Known as coptis, goldthread or yellow root. It is used for diarrhea, bacterial infections, gastrointestinal problems and hypertension. The content – berberine is used as an anti-inflammatory substance for healing, that is available as tablet or pills. overdose side effects seen with prolonged usage.

Peony (baishao and chihshao): The well known flower is used to control blood flow and gives relaxation to the body. Wild peony or chihshao is red; it is used for enhancing blood circulation. White peony or baishao nourishes the blood. When mixed in 0.5-15 gm each day with licorice and tang-kuei herbs can improve health.

Rehmannia (dihuang): The dark herb nourishes the hormonal system and blood. Used for inflammation treatment, nourishing tonic for lowing the process of ageing by regulating hormones. Decoctions prepared regularly using 10-30 gm of herb is adequate for treatment. Digestive problem sufferers, use Rehmannia with caution.

Salvia (danshen): 1-20 gm red Salvina is used to treat body injury and promotes circulation. Used commonly for degenerative diseases, inflammation and post stroke effects. Lower blood pressure, cholesterol and enhance liver functions with Salvia usage.

Tang- kuei (danggui): Used for regulating urine flow, blood nourishment and relieves pain. 0.5-9 gm per day in tea or soup is effective.

Health is wealth and make sure you conserve it to the fullest extent with best Chinese herbs.

Astragalus (huangqi): This Chinese herb also known as Astragali belongs to Leguminosae family. It is used to treat common cold, respiratory infections. Increase immunity; protect liver and increases blood cell production in case of cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Chronic nephritis, skin burns and diabetes can be treated through the Astragalus. Use the medicine with caution as many toxic varieties do exist that may cause rashes.

Cinnamon (guizhi and rougi): The pharmaceutical name of this herb is Cinnamomum cassia. The bark of this tree improves blood circulation, lowers allergies and harmonizes energy of our body. Other herbs when mixed with cinnamon to prepare tea are beneficial to the body. Do not use it with an inflammatory liver disorder.

Bupleurum (chaihu): This herb has been utilized in Japanese oriental medicine practices. Liver disease, arthritis and skin ailments can be treated.  Nephritis, corticosteroid use and even mental disorders can be cured. The saponins found in this root lower inflammation and regulate level of hormones. Use it every day in about 15 to a few hundred mgs in form of tea. Dizziness and headaches may be seen in few individuals.

Red sage (danshen): This herb is used after combining with other herbs. The vascular and cardiac disorders are treated with red sage. Blood clotting is also reduced with red sage. Hypertension is also lowered with use of red sage.

Ginger (jiang): Ginger is used worldwide in food and even in medicine. The digestive benefits of this herb are well known. It provides protection against arteriosclerosis, heart diseases and stimulates the vitality of yang. Morning sickness, dyspepsia, rheumatoid arthritis, flatulence and osteoarthritis can be treated. It is also used as an analgesic and can treat infections of respiratory tract, bronchitis and cough.

Atractylodes (baizhu): This herb helps to treat digestive disorders and even alleviates edema.

Use the herb as tea or as powdered form or pill to get rid of all pain and body problems. Be careful to read and understand the usage, dose of the herb for desirable results. Hundreds of these herbs have been effective in curing many patients worldwide. Give the nature a chance to show its provess and heal you from inside out.

The Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) originated from the strong roots of the ancient Chinese herbs which are followed for over 5000 years. The main concept over using the Chinese herbs as medicines was to maintain a proper balance between the nature and the other forms of the environment to maintain a good health. This knowledge of using herbs for a healthy body is one of the best gifts for the mankind. This ancient knowledge about herbs and their herbal remedies have been passed out from one generation to the next generation.

Huang Di Nei Jing- The Yellow Emperor‘s classic of internal medicine is considered to be the oldest medical book which mentions the use of herbs as medicine for various ailments. This ancient book consisting of medical theories and the various medical practices is believed to be used by the ancient Chinese people somewhere between 800 BC and 200 BC. Around 500 AD, another medical book named as The Divine Husbandman’s Classic was published. This book contained references and other textual materials about the properties of herbs, the first ever classification of the herbs other than the classification based on the taste of the herbs. In this classification, the herbs were classified into three main categories namely:

• Superior herbs- The herbs which nourish our life were categorized under this section.
• Middle herbs- Under this category, the herbs which correct our constitution were categorized
• Inferior herbs- In this final category, the herbs which help to eradicate various diseases were categorized.

This book on herbal plants and there uses also had the herbs grouped variedly based on their tastes and temperature and also mentioned about the toxic herbs. The book Grand Materia Medica had about 1892 entries which was further extended to about 5,767 until 1977 AD.

The Chinese herbal remedies include hundreds of different organic ingredients which work hand in hand to create the desired effect in the patient’s body. These herbal medicines are created from the roots, bark, seeds, leaves and flowers of the herbal plants. Each of these parts of the herbal plant has different organic ingredients which have specific effects on the body.

Today, the use of Chinese herbs has increased tremendously due to its great medicinal properties. According to the recent studies it has also been proved that the chemically synthesized, synthetic medicines have some or the other side effects but at the same time the Chinese herbs don’t have any side effects. Thus due to their simple yet powerful effects, Chinese herbs have become quite famous for their usage and effectiveness against the varied diseases. Even the most common medicines such as aspirin and other chemotherapy treatments have their strong roots from some of the most important herbal composition.

Mo yao (Commiphora abyssinica), A li shan wu wei zi (Schisandra arissanensis Hayata) etc. are some of the Chinese herbs that are used to treat various ailments.

Traditional Chinese herbs

Hundreds of well know organic ingredients are included in Chineese herbal formulas to heal different diseases. These ingredients are the parts of the plants having significant characteristics for healing different disease.

No doubt that the official medicine attains good success in treating various types of disease and saves many people lives. However Chinese medicine has been also proven most effective without any side effects for treating many different types of diseases. The Chinese herbs have very curative powers.

Seasonal allergies are supposed to be treated only with medicines usually including and consisting of pills and capsules. No doubt these drugs would offer and provide immediate relief but still no one can deny and disagree that they have their side effects too. And not only that they have some immediate side effects such as a dry mouth and some coughing, there have been many such cases where many patients have witnessed drowsiness during the day time.

But these Chinese herbs seem to be the best alternative, since they are completely natural and don’t have any side effects. They also seem to be the best medicine when treating those patients that are having seasonal allergies. These seasonal allergies usually include viral fever, cough and cold, so taking these Chinese herbs could prevent such ailment and cure those who have them too.

There has also been a considerable amount of interest that has developed for treating other unusual treatments such as the atopic dermatitis. A double dosage of this concoction of this ancestral medical therapy seems to benefit those suffering from this ailment. So here are some tips regarding its usage:

First of all you need to follow a two week run in period, this is when we are talking about children that are patients and victims of moderate atomic dermatitis and even those who are suffering from severe atopic dermatitis. And constant usage by these victims should some improvement by the end of the fortnight.

Not only that these Chinese herbs are used for improvising the memory of young children too and there are many Chinese herbs that help in calming their minds, helping them to improve their concentration level. Moreover, these herbs are also very useful in easing down the children’s anxiety and their obsessive thoughts and other memory related problems. There are some Chinese herbs that come with a sugar coating and some come with different flavors also. Besides their help in improving concentration levels they also help in promoting the children’s growth and physical development.