Chinese Medicine for Health: Holistic Healing, Inner Harmony and Herbal Recipes

This contemporary introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is written in a lively and lucid way for the general reader interested in holistic healing and internal harmony. It also explains TCM to the Western physician: medical concepts are presented in a way that does not conflict with knowledge of biomedicine, helping them appreciate TCM as complementary healthcare.Beginning with an outline of fundamental entities qi, blood and essence, the book then expounds TCM models of yin yang, the five elements and TCM syndromes that form the basis of diagnosis and therapy. Delightful chapters on the healing wonders of herbs and recipes come with instructions for preparing delicious food and teas. Explanations of acupuncture, chronic disease management and yangsheng (life cultivation) enlighten with simple yet profound ideas underlying this ancient science. They reveal how TCM retains an irreplaceable role in healthcare despite impressive advances in modern medicine.The materials in the book have been used in well-received public courses in Chinese medicine that the authors have taught for over a decade.Contents:Introduction: The Origins and Significance of Chinese MedicineBasic Substances in the Human BodyDistinguishing Aspects of TCMYin-Yang, Five Elements and TCM OrgansCauses, Diagnosis and Treatment of IllnesssThe Nature and Properties of HerbsTherapeutic FormulationsTonic Herbs and RecipesHerbs and Recipes for Clearing External PathogensHerbs and Recipes for Heat, Dampness, Wind and other Internal ConditionsHerbs and Recipes for Regulating Qi, Promoting Blood Flows, Hemostasis, and OthersAcupuncture and TuinaYangsheng (养生) The Art of Cultivating LifeMedicated Foods and Teas for YangshengThe Prevention and Management of Chronic IllnessesThe Future of Chinese MedicineReadership: Biomedical scientists, physicians and healthcare professionals. It appeals not only to the informed general reader wishing to partake of ancient wisdom in Chinese healing but is also a competent introduction to TCM for Western biomedical health professionals. General readers interested in cultivating health; students and practitioners of medicine and healthcare who wish to gain a modern insight into the mysteries of Chinese medicine. Read more