The Safe Alternative Solution To Health Problems Being an affordable medical solution, herbal medicines can be seen in large quantities being sold in the market and quite a lot of consumers today are opting for this method than those normally prescribed by medical practitioners. Doctors and other medical specialist today are even prescribing the use of alternative herbal medicines for a speedy recovery and boosting a person\’s immune system for a permanent health improvement.

These products make use of 100% natural ingredients and none of the components used in synthetic medications distributed today. But despite the safety that herbal medicines promises to everyone, it is quite possible to incur some problems with it if we\’re not careful.

Safety First — Get The Right Product For Your Health Problem Don\’t just buy any herbal product in the market without properly consulting a professional whether it would work for you or not. Also, we can never be too sure how the herbal ingredients would react in our body\’s composition so its best to let your doctor or any medical practitioner check you out first to avoid allergic reactions from happening in your system.

Keep in mind that pretending to your doctor about your illness so you can make use of this affordable health solution is not safe. You might leave some important details out that would prove to be a problem later on when you proceed to take the medicine in regular doses. Always be honest during the consultation with your doctor for them to arrive at an accurate diagnosis whether the herbal product is the one for you or not.

Check The Company That Made The Herbal Product Even if you have a name of the herbal product to use, it would be best to take matters into your own hands and do your research well to avoid complications during use. You can look for information about the herbal medicine on the Web, specifically about the company that created it and consumers who used it to address their health problems.

While you’re at it, you might want to check out the ingredients used in the herbal product, as well as the proper formulation to ensure that you won\’t suffer from overdose when you take it in. You can also search for consumer comments and suggestions about the herbal medicine to determine whether it\’s safe for you to use or not.

Follow The Proper Dosage Many would think that herbal products are 100% safe to use and would often take more than the prescribed dosage in order to speed up the effects. This is a misconception that often leads to more complications than getting rid of your health problem. Before using your herbal product, it is very important to read the label for the correct dosage. You can also ask your doctor for some advice if you don\’t trust the indications on the herbal product.

As with the old medical adage, following the right process of healing will results to a speedy recovery; and making up your own prescription and instruction would only bring around disastrous results. Just follow the prescription and instructions in taking in your alternative herbal medicine to get the best treatment for your declining health.

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My father has colon cancer and has been fighting it for 5 years. He is taking strong chemotherapy treatments but they really take a toll on him. I recently watched a movie in my Medical Anthropology class about ancient Chinese herbal treatments that could help along with the chemotherapy. After researching I couldn’t find any straight foreword recipes that I could make for him. Help please?

Truthseeker says: The Chinese herbal remedy successfully used together with chemotherapy is called Chung Kuo Chung Hsi Chieh Ho Tsa Chih. Do more research now when you have the name.

Panda says: There are no herbal recipes that can ‘help’ with cancer . . if there were than they would not be considered ‘alternatives’ . . they would be used. The modern day Chinese still get just as much cancer and die from it as the rest of the world. There is no magic online hidden ‘recipe’ for cancer . . but there are plenty of websites and people willing to exploit your interest to their financial advantage. I have known many cancer patients . .most had a rare type of cancer with few treatment options . . they tried out many of those ‘alternatives’ . . their cancers progressed .. not one patient I’ve known who tried ‘herbal’ supplements or diets has ever survived.

In any case, should you stumble forward anyway . . make sure that you check with your fathers doctor before giving him anything. Some of these ‘alternative’ herbals are actually counter productive and can interfere with regular treatments . . some of the herbals can unintentionally cause the cancer to grow or become stronger and more resistant. So go with caution.

Memorial Sloan Kettering: About herbals
MD Anderson: Complementary/Integrative medicine
Quackwatch: A Special Message for Cancer Patients Seeking “Alternative” Treatments

SkepCrock says: Not so much herbal recipes as regular supplements. Chemotherapy “treatments” cause extensive damage to the liver, so to offset that, one should take dandelion, artichoke or milk thistle supplements. The latter has been used to treat people whose livers have been nearly destroyed by consumption of deadly amanita mushrooms. Chemotherapy does not eliminate or alleviate cancer, but the supplements should offer some protection to the liver.

Also one might be a little wary about paying heed to the Quackwatch website, the creation of a pharmaceutical industry insider. Naturally that enterprise would object to any competitive therapy that cuts into its profits. And any harm caused to cancer patients is the result of chemo treatments, not herbal supplements.

My answer:

I would recommend that you seek the advice of a qualified herbalist. Most acupuncturists are also Board Certified in Herbology and have years of post-graduate training. Just ask about their training when you talk to them.

In consultation, they would do a diagnostic work-up on your father to determine what could help him. They would also consider all current Western diagnoses, prescriptive medications and treatments as well to make sure nothing was contra-indicated.

Trying something just because you heard it might help could be harmful. There are many nuances to determining the best herbal medicines. When someone is receiving chemotherapy or even radiation, you need to know the effects it has on the body and how the body eliminates the drugs.

Making a medicinal tea is not the same as brewing a cup of Lipton’s tea. It’s a long and involved process at home and today is the most expensive way to do this. It’s much easier to buy them already made. This will also ensure you’re receiving the correct dosage.

Most medicinal herbal teas today are pre-made under strict standards to ensure you receive the highest quality. Your acupuncturist will know which manufacturers meet the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP standards) – which often are far more rigorous than the FDA’s.

One of the biggest benefits to seeking an Oriental Medical Practitioners advice is that you’ll find out what could make a positive difference. They’ll not only provide herbal medicine recommendations, but also educate you on foods and supplements that can help heal. They should also be able to estimate how long it might take to start seeing some improvement.

Hope this helps.

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