Chinese Herbal Secrets: The Key to Total Health
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| Rating | : | 4.88 (585 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0895299860 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 192 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-04-14 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
From Kirkus Reviews A simple, well-illustrated introduction to Chinese herbal medicine. A discussion of herbs, their healing properties, and their use completes this guide. He then describes various health problems,and how they are viewed and treated. While information on self-diagnosis and treatment is included, the material itself makes clear the need for the help of a knowledgeable professional caregiver. Treatment is based on restoring balance. Pain, for example, is said to result from blockage of Qi and blood in the meridian channels, causing stagnation. ``The very nature of the Taoist principles on which it is based stresses the oneness of everything, the inseparability of solid matter and energy and the fact that there is a common source of all phenomena and experience. (In contrast, Chmelik points, out, the allopathic approach, ``combats ill-health with drugs that have an oppositional
It explains clearly how to establish your constitutional type; how to choose the right herbs; and what conditions those herbs can help. This practical handbook provides a complete breakdown of the principles of Chinese herbal medicine for the nonspecialist. Included are recipes for foods, medicinal wines, creams, and ointments.
. Stefan Chmelik, initially a successful entrepreneur, studied acupuncture and Tui Na at the London School of Acupuncture and traditional Chinese Medicine (LSATCM), and herbal medicine at the London Academy of Oriental Medicine. After secondment to the First Affiliated Hospital, Nanjing, China, he now practises in London and Dorking, Surr
A simplistic, yet informative guide to Chinese Medicine A Customer This is a beautifully illustrated book with an abundance of information. This book is helpful for people who are beginning to learn about Chinese Medicine as well as for those who wish to have a quick reference. If you are learning about alternative healing, this is the book to purchase!. Great This book is very descriptive and has a ton of pictures. You could probably understand it practically without reading with all the herb photos and everything. I like this book a lot. I've had quite a few Chinese herb books and this is the one I would recommend over all of them. Five star for ease of use and readability.. Simply beautiful I wish I had this book while in acupuncture school over 1Simply beautiful Tadabo I wish I had this book while in acupuncture school over 14 years ago. It explains the basic concepts of TCM theory in a way that anyone can understand. Excellent graphic design, beautiful illustrations and photos. The book was in a better condition than I expected and just about new. It arrived within the estimated range of time but closer to the later date.. years ago. It explains the basic concepts of TCM theory in a way that anyone can understand. Excellent graphic design, beautiful illustrations and photos. The book was in a better condition than I expected and just about new. It arrived within the estimated range of time but closer to the later date.