Monthly Archives: May 2009

Herbal Formula For Hormonal Imbalance Following Pregnancy

A modification of the famous formula, Shi Quan Da Bu Tang was shown to be effective in alleviating the signs and symptoms of Sheehan’s syndrome. This unfortunate complication of delivery can occur post pregnancy. It is marked by poor blood supply to the pituitary gland during delivery resulting in damage and reduced pituitary function.  Infertility is a common [...]

May 19th is World Hepatitis Day!

Internationally observed by organizations in Europe, the United States and China, World Hepatitis Day serves to draw awareness to the plight of those living with hepatitis B and C.  One in twelve people have chronic viral hepatitis which can cause uncomfortable symptoms, diminished quality of life and may even be fatal. Please look in the “Liver Health” category [...]

Traditional Chinese Medicine and Infectious Disease

The following is an excerpt from an article written by one of the field’s leading researchers and herbal manufacturers. I have been to many of Dr. Chen’s workshops and have found his information on herb-drug side effects and herbal alternatives to drugs invaluable. I have prescribed many of his formulas to my patients with excellent results. I even witnessed [...]