Monday, August 07, 2006
Qi:
(An exerpt from my upcoming book: The Help-Yourself Guide To Traditional Chinese Medicine)
Qi (sometimes translated as as Chi, Ki or Key) is a philosophical cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine. But the question remains — What is Qi? Some believe that Qi is a function, others believe the Qi is a form of energy. Still others view Qi as a spiritual characteristic. According to ancient Chinese thought, Qi is the fundamental constituent of the universe, a primordial, invisible energy whose changes and movement produced phenomena. This viewpoint greatly influenced the theory of traditional Chinese medicine.
Generally speaking, Qi refers to the vital energy, or life force in the universe. An active all-pervasive force that is both upward and downward, inward and outward, outside and inside our bodies. Qi circulates from one organ to another, along pathways or channels to maintain and protect all of our activities and bodily functions. When Qi is impaired in its movement, weakness, illness and pain result. In traditional Chinese medicine it is believed that if the body has no Qi motion it has no life activity. Qi is the function of the body that manifests itself in the body's metabolism, physiological appearance and pathological symptoms. For this reason, practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine regard Qi as the basic feature of life and of paramount importance.
Qi denotes the essential energy that maintains vital activities as well as the functional activities of the body's internal organs and tissues. However, its ontological relation to other forces and phenomena should not be overlooked, especially if one hopes to comprehend the body's interrelations with the environments it is immersed in.
Traditional Chinese doctors believe that Qi circulates throughout the body following a series of channels commonly known in the West as the meridians. This circulation of Qi is said to create an energy blueprint or a biological information system which instructs the body's cells on how to reproduce and function. Therefore, the proper flow of Qi is essential to health. If the Qi flow is blocked, becomes excessive, or deficient along the channels, disease will result.
Dr. Zhang
Friday, August 04, 2006
Dr. Zhang,
I'm currently studying physical therapy. My question is - can you recommend anything that ACTUALLY WORKS for men with thinning hair? I haven't seen my Chinese doctor in a long time, he told me the source was my stomach. "Fix your stomach and you will fix your hair" he told me in his limited English. I am also apparently very heated. I have faith in him but it couldn't hurt to get some further input on the matter.
Here's what I (think I) know about it according to the Chinese school of thought:
-fatty and processed foods are bad for healthy hair growth
-too much sexual activity causes premature balding
-It is directly linked to the kidneys
-coffee is also terrible for someone in my condition
-I also occasionally give my scalp a papaya puree treatment from time to time to "restore the acid mantle of my scalp"
I am only 28 and I really think I'll lose it if I go bald before 40. Should I give up the natural remedies and go for something like propecia? Do I stand a chance? I have to admit, I look around outside and see how many men are losing their hair and it’s not very encouraging. Thanks for taking the time to read this. I hope all is well with your business.
your friend,
Nate
Dear Nate,
I understand your feelings. Hair loss is not even considered an illness but is one of the most common health problems for men. I believe genes are the biggest factor in young age hair loss. Next come stress, skin allergies, parasites and unhealthy diet and lifestyle, such as a frequent consumption of fatty and sugary foods, alcohol and cigarette smoking, all of which lead to nutritional imbalance.
Not all hair loss is hard to restore. If you lost hair due to stress, germs, allergies, viruses or a nervous system disorder you may regain it with proper treatment. Sometimes hair will even re-grow by itself after the problems are fixed.
In traditional Chinese medicine it is believed hair is nourished by blood and jing. Jing is the basic matter of life which formed during the time of sperm and egg fertilization. Jing is stored in the kidneys (which are thought of as jing organs). On the other hand, the liver is viewed as a blood organ. It is believed that when the body is calm, blood flows into the liver. Conversely, when the body is active, blood flows out of the liver. When the liver is not healthy, that results in blood deficiency or heat in the blood. Hair will lack nutrients and will lose its roots when there is heat in the blood. Traditional Chinese medicine theorizes that hair loss is directly linked to the kidney and liver functions. And because jing and blood are nourished by food, it follows that the stomach and a healthy digestion also become factors in hair loss.
Please note that Traditional Chinese medicine has a history of over five thousands years and its theory is based on ancient Chinese philosophy. The terminology regarding liver and kidney in Chinese medicine is not exactly the same as the one in modern medicine. In Chinese medicine, each organ holds a group of body functions and any kind of dysfunction in the body can be linked back to a certain organ. In other words, the terms for specific organs in Chinese medicine are used to refer more to functions rather than the actual physical organs. This means that people who lose their hair do not necessarily have liver or kidney disease.
You can do many things to help stop, slow down, postpone or prevent hair loss. Acupuncture directly promotes blood flow to the top of the head. Some herbs such as Red Sage and Paeonia suffruticosa are good for reducing the heat in the blood. Other herbs such as Honeysuckle flowers and Forsythia are good for cleaning parasites and germs. Herbs such as Polygonum and Angelica are good for nourishing the blood. Semen Cuscutae Chinensis and Radix Morindae Officinalis are good for promoting healthier kidney function.
There are plenty of old and new remedies out there. Many herbal and pharmaceutical medications actually claim to help stop and prevent hair loss. In reality, few of them are effective or only work to a certain degree. Of course, when you look for hair growth products, you should do some research first to make sure that the products will do what they actually claim they’ll do and that they are safe.
Yours and Dedicated to Your Health,
Dr. Zhang
(An exerpt from my upcoming book: The Help-Yourself Guide to Traditional Chinese Medicine)
The theories of traditional Chinese medicine are based on Chinese philosophy. Yin and Yang, perhaps the two Chinese terms most familiar to Western readers, are concepts developed by ancient Chinese philosophers to characterize all matter in the world. The ancient Chinese believed that everything in the world has both a Yin and a Yang. Anything that is upward, outward, light, active, warm and strong belongs to Yang. Anything that is downward, inward, dark, quiet, cold and weak belongs to Yin. The sun belongs to Yang and the moon belong to Yin, the sky to Yang and the ground to Yin, man to Yang and woman to Yin and so on.
These concepts were used by ancient Chinese doctors in the field of medicine to explain the physiological and pathological appearance of the body. For example, the blood and fluids of the body (because they are liquid) and the organs (because they are still) belong to Yin. However, the functions of organs belong to Yang because they are active. Parts of the body such as the back of the hand belong to Yang because they are on the outside, while other parts such as the palm of the hand belong to Yin because they are on the inside.
It is important to note that in the context of traditional Chinese medicine, the body is healthy when its Yin and Yang are balanced; if this harmony is disturbed, disease will result. This is because Yin and Yang are mutually dependent, causing symptoms to arise when the Yin is weak and theYang dominant, and vice versa. This is why traditional Chinese medicine refers to an excess of Yin as causing cold and an excess of Yang as causing heat.
Dr. Zhang
Dear Dr. Zhang:
About 10 years ago I sprained my right ankle a few times in the same year.
Recently I had a chiropractic adjustment with a new chiropractor who was not aware of my fragile ankle. As I lay on my back he grabbed me by the ankles and pulled very hard -- that I know is a common chiropractic adjustment -- but my right ankle really hurt afterwards and became swollen. It has been very painful and swollen for a month. I went to a podiatrist who took an x-ray and confirmed that nothing was broken. He taped it up --- but after 2 nights in so much pain around the tape -- I tore the tape off.
What can I do for this swelling and pain?
Thanks - Jill S.
Dear Jill,
Because your x-ray has confirmed that nothing was broken around your ankle, it sounds that you have injured the muscle and ligament (perhaps even the tendon). Ankle sprain is the most common athletic injury.
Because the ankle has very complicated ligamentous structures which stabilize the ankle joints, as well as the tendons and muscles around them, in the case of an ankle sprain it is likely those ligaments, muscles and tendons will be injured. Frequent injuries of this kind can cause ligament laxity. This laxity may make ankle sprain even easier to happen.
It is hard to determine at the beginning of such an injury exactly what the problem is, due to the severe pain the patient has. But most experienced doctors would give a pretty accurate diagnosis about which part of the ligament, tendon or muscle were injured after an initial x-ray confirmation.
Ankle injuries always need urgent treatment to avoid chronic ankle pain, laxity, or arthritis. But ligament and even tendon injuries are very slow to heal due to lack of blood vessels. In my experiences, the best treatment for ankle injury is acupuncture plus moxibustion (a strong heat directly placed next to the needles).
An acupuncturist can directly insert the needles in the injured area to achieve relaxing of the sprained muscle or tendon and the strong heat will help the injured area to heal quickly.
Yours and Dedicated to Your Health,
Dr. Zhang
My name is Kim, I'm a certified massage therapist. I'm 41, non-smoker and non-drinker, but however, I have a lot of health problems. I have Allergies, Asthma, cancer (both kinds) diabetic, high blood pressure, arthritis. Without costing me a fortune, what could you recommend so I can get off all this medicine. I have found one product called waiora and it seems to help some. I'm what you call on a wing and prayer.
Dear Kim,
I am sorry, this really sounds like you have a lot of serious health problems. Although, your conditions don't seem to be caused by an unhealthy lifestyle, they may stem from a weak immune system that you may have inherited or been born with, or you may have been exposed to too many chemicals. I would not be surprised if you were on some sort of long-term medication while you were growing up. All these factors could weaken your immune system.
This is what I would suggest if I were in your situation:
First, I would start practicing Tai Chi. The Chinese have been practicing Tai Chi for thousands of years for its great effect on one’s general health. I know people who are coping with chronic illnesses and who started practicing Tai Chi and derived truly great benefits such as strengthening their immune systems. Many health problems are caused by a weak immune system. Once your immunity is strengthened, then you will feel that your body is beginning to heal itself.
Second, I would carefully design and schedule a healthy diet. You may need to consult an experienced and licensed nutritionist. A good diet should consist of less fat and sugar and be balanced in nutrition. A good diet will help you with your diabetes and allergies, even your arthritis. You must have already tested what kind of foods your body tolerates and not. Listen to your body and avoid those foods, at least until your body becomes stronger.
Third, I would try to slowly and carefully use natural medicines instead of chemical-based medications, if it is possible. That way you will reduce the pressure on your immune system and your liver, and you would be giving your body a chance to get stronger. Or at least try to use natural medicines to support your body's immune system while you are on medications.
Because some of your health problems are very serious, you still have to be on your physician's watch list and consult with your doctor before you decide to make any changes.
Yours and Dedicated to Your Health,
Dr. Zhang
Dr. Zhang, Back in march of this year I was diagnosed with moderate to severe Crohns. I am seeing a naturopath along with my GI. I have been symptom free for a month now after my GI put me on prednisone, i am on a tapering program and almost completely off the steroid. My wish is to not have to take any more of these toxic drugs. I have been gluten free and dairy free for a while now, and that seems to be helping along with taking probiotics. Do you have any suggestions on staying in remission and to avoid any future flareups of inflammation. Maybe I should try acupuncture, do you think that would help any? thanks,
corey
Dear Corey,
What you have been doing and planning to do is absolutely correct. Steroids are commonly used in clinical treatment for severe Crohn’s disease. I have to say that steroid therapy is great for quickly reducing intestinal inflammation. But because of the powerful side effects of the steroid it could contribute to weakening of the immune system, and in many cases the disease will likely return with even more severe symptoms.
I absolutely agree with what you’ve been doing, the best way to cope with Crohn’s disease is to a have an effective and healthy diet. In addition to what you are already doing with your diet, you may also try to avoid eating spicy foods, including onions, garlic and ginger; avoid eating seafood, uncooked foods, sugary foods, fatty foods; avoid foods or drink with strong acidity; avoid alcohol and cigarettes. It may sound as if there is nothing you can eat after all. But trust me, you will find there are plenty of other foods that are clean, tasty, nutritious and easier to digest. Just try the best you can.
Acupuncture is a great way to improve your intestines’ function and stop abdominal pain. Yoga or Tai-chi will help keep your mind relaxed and reduce your stress. Fish oil (especially Cod liver oil) is also good for dealing with Crohn’s.
Crohn’s is an autoimmune disease and in traditional Chinese medicine it is treated with Astragalus root to boost the patient’s immune system. Also most mushrooms (and especially Reishi) are good for enhancing the immune system. You can get astragalus from any Chinese herbal store and mushrooms you can buy from your local health food store (I recommend organic) or supermarket.
Crohn’s can be very chronic. Fighting this disease not only requires an extreme attention to your diet, but being self-disciplined, patient and persistent. When your immune system attacks your own body, the intestines often gets inflamed, so taking natural anti-inflammatory or natural antibiotics regularly to clean your GI tract is important. I designed my herbal antibiotics Infection formula to help subdue flare-ups, inflammations and most infections. I have used it on many occasions to help my patients fight Crohn’s disease with very good results. You can find out more about the formula on the HERBALmax website.
Yours and Dedicated to Your Health,
Dr. Zhang
Tuesday, August 01, 2006
iN THE MAiL: ADHD & Ritalin
Dr. Zhang,
I would love to find an alternative for my child's medicine. He drinks Ritalin for his ADHD, but I am afraid of the long term side effects. I stopped the medicine since the end of May and since then I see that my child has not had any bad effects. Please help!!!!!!!!! I love my child and want the best, but I feel that Ritalin is not the best.
Lizzy
Dear Lizzy,
ADHD - Attention-Deficit and/or Hyperactivity Disorder is a neurobehavioral disorder characterized by pervasive inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 4.4 million youth ages 4-17 have been diagnosed with ADHD by a healthcare professional, and as of 2003 2.5 million youth ages 4-17 are currently receiving medication treatment for the disorder. It also states in 2003 that 7.8% of school-aged children were reported to have an ADHD diagnosis by their parent. More than half of diagnosed kids are currently on medications.
I am a mother myself. I'd like to tell you a story about me and my son. When my son was a little kid, he never seemed to be able to remain quiet for a minute. His hand was always going to grab something. He could never sit somewhere without moving around. When he was in kindergarten, he was the teachers’ least favorite child due to his hyperactive behavior. He also like to play with the school toys alone. He simply couldn't sit quietly and listen to his teachers.
The only teacher that loved him was an older woman who told me that her son had had similar hyperactive behavior when he was a child. Her hyperactive son later got in a top science school in China. Both of us believed that our son's hyperactive tendencies were caused by high intelligence. Because I believed in his being an intelligent child, I carefully guided him as he was growing up to become more and more interested in the sciences.
I remember the first semester when my son was in elementary school. His teacher called me up and said:
"Your son has serious problems".
"What problems?" I asked.
"Attention Deficit Disorder" The teacher proceeded to describe all the symptoms that my son had.
I listened to her and then said:
"That is not true. I know my son. You will find out that I am right later."
My son proved me right, of course, from then on at the end of every school year he would always be the top student in his class. Now he is about to graduate from one of the top science colleges in the US.
When I read the CDC 2003's diagnosis guide for ADHD, there was no doubt in my mind that my son would have been diagnosed with ADHD 20 years ago. But in my heart I didn't believe it.
I still believe all kids should have the right to behave differently. Kids have different parents, different genes, different brains, different intelligences, different energy levels and different health conditions, as well as different interests. I believed my son was a 100% healthy kid because he loved books and was very creative. When he read books, he could concentrate for hours and when he played with his toys to create things, he could get so absorbed in the activity that he would forget the rest of the world. And then, when he was with people he liked, he could talk for hours.
I believe in medications when they are necessary. But medicating children for ADHD symptoms, especially on a long term basis, is something I don’t believe in. I am convinced that an alternative type of treatment is a much better approach. Especially since medication therapies can have an undesirable effect on a young and still growing brain.
If your son's condition is serious and you really feel he needs help, you may try HERBALmax's Anxiety formula. The Anxiety formula has no side effects and is designed to have a calming and relaxing effect, it may help your son concentrate more easily and calm down.
Yours and Dedicated to Your Health,
Dr. Zhang
Hi,
I have high blood pressure since pregnant and giving birth of my third child 9 weeks ago. My last reading was 140/99. My question is can I take Blood Pressure Formula while nursing a baby?
Puji
Dear Puji,
Thanks for your question. I am happy to answer it. I have just returned from the AMNA Conference in Las Vegas and have just started checking my email, so sorry for the delay.
Your high blood pressure is one of several symptoms that often accompany pregnancy. Unfortunately, pregnancy-related high blood pressure may last for a while in some cases. The HERBALmax Blood Pressure formula is very safe and well-balanced, and there have not been any records of side effects in any of my patients’ cases.
I have patients who have taken the Blood Pressure formula during pregnancy and breast-feeding without any problems. However, like many herbal medications, the Blood Pressure formula has not been studied and analyzed for how much of herb’s potency will find its way into the milk after the mother has digested it. If you are taking the Blood Pressure formula while breast-feeding, I’d suggest that at least during the first couple of weeks you carefully monitor your baby's behavior to ensure that the baby's blood pressure is not affected.
Yours and Dedicated to Your Health,
Dr. Zhang
Tuesday, July 25, 2006
iN THE MAiL: DEPRESSION
dear dr. zhang.
i'm a pretty lucky person, have a stable job, a family that loves me, and am fairly healthy (except that I'm a little bit overweight). i don't want to self diagnose myself as a depressed person or state to anyone that i have depression. but as i'm still single and not getting any younger, i am becoming more and more sad and insecure about myself. I try to lift up my spirits by treating myself to some cravings or going shopping but they are only temporary relieves. i don't believe in going to a psychiatrist about my 'depression' and was thinking about trying out something natural. i've always been interested in alternative/holistic methods of healing and wanted to know what you might have to say about my little problem. i feel silly admitting this to my family or colleagues who consider me a very happy person. i want to deal with this my own way. Looking forward to hearing your suggestions.
thank you
D.M. Fresno, Ca.
Dear D.M.
Depression, sadness and emotional distress may be triggered by temporary causes, such as a relationship breakup, a lost job, stress by moving to a new city, the death of someone near and dear, physical illness, or it can be hereditary.
Depression is an extremely common phenomenon in modern societies. According to statistics provided by the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately 20 million adults in the
If a depression is related to temporary causes, usually it is a short-term one. Hereditary depression, however, can be chronic and more difficult to deal with. Scientific data indicates that people suffering from depression have imbalances of natural substances (known as neurotransmitters) that allow brain cells to communicate with one another. Some scientists think that low levels of one these neurotransmitters (serotonin) in the brain may contribute to the well-known symptoms of depression.
However, in traditional Chinese medicine, depression is a symptom of Qi (Chi, our bodies’ vital energy, or life force) stagnation. Stresses and life-changing related pressure can suppress the body's Qi and stop the vital energy flow, which explains why depression patients often feel headaches, body pains (especially heaviness in the chest), emotional distress and fatigue.
Fortunately, there are many things you can do to help you deal with depression and emotional distress. Some studies have shown that exercise like walking and running, or yoga is very beneficial to depression patients. A good healthy diet rich in Omega 3 fatty acids, vegetables and fruits will reduce your cravings for sweets. Cutting down on your red meat (especially fatty meats) consumption will also help alleviate depression. Building and sustaining healthy relationships with your family and friends is of great importance.
As for herbal therapy, I can tell you that Chinese herbs are very effective in combating mild depression and sadness. I have designed a special Mood & Fatigue Formula to help my patients cope with depression symptoms and it has proven effective in a number of cases. This formula will help your body regain its balance and open up the energy flow, the Qi.
Yours and Dedicated to Your Health,
Dr. Zhang
Thursday, July 20, 2006
iN THE MAiL: HIGH CHOLESTEROL, WEIGHT LOSS
I have a few questions...
First and foremost - I have high cholesterol (im only 26) So i take a daily fish oil and vitamin B complex along with a baby aspirin.
A friend of mine recently told me about the wonders of Apple cider vinegar tablets but I am wondering what the benefits are of taking them...
I have two important things I need to take care of - first of all i'm about 20 pounds over what would be healthy for my height and age - I would like to lose some weight... I am quite active and I eat well/healthy and I watch my portions.... I can't seem to lose weight very well. I'd like to take something in addition to my diet that would help me with this - But I am all about natural things only. I don't like artificial drugs or pills...
And secondly, I have always had bad skin. Breakouts, oily skin, etc - even with a healthy diet, I still break out. I have used proactive and its excellent but its expensive. Is there a supplement I could add to my diet that would help me with my breakouts?
I am moving abroad in a month so i dont want to take TOO much - if I could consolidate that would be great. I don't know how easily accessible these things are aboard, so I'd like to buy them now and take them with me... Hope to hear from you soon. Many thanks
Davina
High cholesterol is very rare for your age. People usually don't get high cholesterol until their 50s -- even with high cholesterol running in their families. So, your high cholesterol may be just a temporary symptom due to stress or improper diet. Break outs are usually a symptom of hormonal imbalance, it happens often in young age.
My suggestion is:
1. Watch your diet.
2. Stop eating sweets and fat (especially animal fat). Skip the cookies, chocolates, ice cream, the fat part of the meat, the butter, chips, all cheeses and dairy (except for non-fat yogurt), etc. Eat organic, lots of veggies and fruits. Eat fresh foods.
3. Stay active and exercise. Moderate exercise such as walking 45 minutes a day will be OK if you can keep it up daily.
4. Try to relax. Slow down. Take a moment to contemplate all things positive. Try yoga, you may find it a great idea. Almost every gym has yoga classes these days that are pretty affordable and there are hundreds of yoga studios all over too.
If you still can’t lose weight or lower your cholesterol, you may go to your doctor to check your thyroid hormones level, even if it is an unlikely problem.
Skin break outs are usually related to your hormones and age. You can take some herbs to clear your skin. Chinese herbs and Indian herbs, as well as others, may help. If you know any doctors who know their herbs well, go see them. Here at HERBALmax I have designed an herbal Acne Formula for skin break outs. It will clear up your skin. However, due to your young age, your break outs may appear yet again. After your skin clears up, you don't have to continue taking the formula. Though, you may still keep one bottle at home and should your skin breaks up again, you can take the herbs again right away to stop the breaking out. When you get a little older, your skin problem will subside. Cheers!
Thanks for your blog. I've had elevated blood pressure for a while now and am doing all I have found alternatively to lower it. The western docs want to put me right on BP med, of course. I'm resisting that.
What do you recommend for lowering BP? I have a friend who uses only Chinese herbs and I have not gone that route yet. Some while back I was going to Emperor's College for acupuncture, not for BP, and they were giving me various tonics for energy and my blood pressure rose. So I'm somewhat learning about Chinese herbals due to this experience. Thanks for your input. joyce m.
Dear Joyce,
I understand your concern. Many of my patients have the same fears of the side effects of conventional Western medicine blood pressure medications and refuse to take them. To be healthy, your blood pressure has to be in the lower-to-normal range (below 120/90 or ideally under 110/85 and over 90/60). High blood pressure could slowly cause internal organ damages and it can be very dangerous.
If you don't like to take pharmaceutical medications then I would recommend that you give Chinese herbs a try. Since the 1950s Chinese and other medical scientists from around the world have done many scientific studies to prove the effectiveness of Chinese herbs and herbal formulas for medical conditions such as high blood pressure. Also as many of you already know the Chinese have over five thousand years of history using herbs for their medicinal properties. When administered properly, Chinese herbs are very effective and safe.
You can try going to a Traditional Chinese medicine doctor near you and see what she or he can do for you. However, a lot of Chinese medicine practitioners offer most of their medicine in the form of herbal teas which can be a little hard and inconvenient to take long term. I designed Dr. Zhang’s HERBALmax Blood Pressure Formula in capsule form to help my patients with high blood pressure. It is also the only herbal formula I know of that could drop high blood pressure down within 2-3 days with no side effects.
The causes for high blood pressure are very complicated, so there is no single medicine or herbal product on the market so far that can effectively lower every case of high blood pressure. My Blood Pressure Formula comes in two sizes -- small and big -- so people may try the small bottle first and see if it works for them. If it does work for you and it lowers your high blood pressure within a few days, then you can continue taking the formula until your blood pressure gets normal. You can find more information about the Blood Pressure Formula on my website.
Yours and Dedicated to Your Health
Dr. Zhang
Tuesday, July 18, 2006
The first thing we notice when we look at someone closely is the state of his or her skin. Some people have a beautiful and healthy skin. Others unfortunately don’t. Skin conditions abound by the hundreds and are responsible for much annoyance and suffering. Healthy and beautiful skin is what everyone wants. Why? Because a healthy and beautiful skin makes us much more attractive and pleasant to others!
Skin conditions like eczema can be hard to control. Eczema is chronic in nature. It often affects people who are also suffering from other conditions, such as asthma and hay fever. The skin affected by eczema usually looks red, dry, and scaly, and is extremely itchy. Although eczema can affect the entire body, it is usually found in specific areas. In adults, eczema is commonly found on the eyelids, around the lips, neck, hands and wrists, and behind the elbows and knees. In children, the most commonly affected areas include the cheeks, chin, back, stomach, and arms. Areas such as the hands, feet, and creases of the elbows and knees can also be affected.
Eczema affects more than 15 million Americans and the numbers are growing. Ten percent of all children have eczema, with most cases diagnosed before the age of 5. Although eczema may clear up by adolescence, many people continue to suffer from it throughout their lives. Eczema is more common in urban areas and affects both males and females of all racial groups.
After years of experience in my practice and studying records of traditional Chinese medicine for alleviating skin conditions, I developed Doctor Zhang’s HERBALmax Skin Formula. This formula effectively helps alleviate skin allergies, rashes, and itching. It also helps chronic skin problems such as eczema, contact dermatitis, hand dermatitis, and dry or chapped skin. These skin conditions can often be caused or triggered by food, cosmetic products, medication, environmental factors, and long-term cortisone use.
The Skin Formula is composed of Chinese herbs that have been used traditionally by Chinese physicians for thousands of years. These herbs have been proven by modern scientists, in various research studies, to be effective in combating skin problems. Clinical experience shows that the effectiveness of the Skin formula can usually be seen within 2-3 days.
For more information on this product or to place an order, please go to our website: http://www.herbalmax.com/. Thank you!
Yours and Dedicated to Your Health,
Dr. Zhang
Monday, July 17, 2006
The liver is one of our most important organs. It is the purifying and filtration system of the body. Nearly two dozen major body functions are performed by the liver on a continuous basis. To perform all these functions efficiently, the liver processes an incredible amount of blood, about three pints every minute.
The state of your general health is greatly dependent upon the health of your liver! When the liver is unhealthy or diseased, it respectively ceases to perform many of its vital functions correctly. Toxins are no longer filtered out efficiently and may build up in the body. Byproducts of protein metabolism (such as ammonia) can also accumulate in the liver. Sugar levels fall, the body is more vulnerable to infection, and the kidneys may fail. Severe, uncontrollable bleeding may occur followed by coma and death. If properly checked and cared for, however, a diseased liver may heal.
For this purpose I have specifically developed Doctor Zhang’s HERBALmax Liver Formula. The Liver Formula is made with Chinese herbs that have been proven, in scientific studies, to be extremely effective in combating various liver-related problems. The formula helps liver problems caused by Hepatitis A, B and C, and liver dysfunction. It also helps to regulate high liver enzymes caused by bad diet, improper use of vitamins, and long-term use of certain medications. This formula also helps digestive problems caused by liver or gall disorders and assists in fighting hepatitis, cirrhosis, jaundice and other conditions involving the liver. The formula also may be used to detoxify the liver in a detox program.
The Liver Formula is a botanical alternative to mainstream pharmaceutical medications and it effectively cleanses and rejuvenates the liver. Its effectiveness can be felt within 1 week and results can be detected by laboratory tests around 20 days after taking the formula.
For more information on this product or to place an order, please go to our website: http://www.herbalmax.com/. Thank you!
Yours and Dedicated to Your Health,
Dr. Zhang
I started my company HERBALmax in 2003 to distribute the herbal formulas I had developed to help the patients in my own practice. The herbal ingredients I have used in my formulas have been scientifically researched and used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years. Now, thanks to the growing popularity of HERBALmax products and the internet, I am able to help people from all over the world with their health-related problems.
I decided to start this blog so that I may reach more people out there who may need alternative medical advice regarding their health. Here, I plan to post articles about general health and health-related disorders. I am also looking forward to hearing from you! That is from anyone who may have a health problem and would like some advice. I will be happy to answer any health-related questions you may have. You may send me your inquiries at: drzhang@herbalmax.com. Please keep your emails brief and down to within 200 words. Thank you!
Yours and Dedicated to Your Health,
Dr. Zhang
