How to Purchase Chinese Herbs

Traditional Chinese medicine has been used to treat illness and disease for more than 3,000 years. This holistic health practice uses herbs for treating conditions, fighting bacteria, healing infection, strengthening the immune system and maintaining a healthy body and mind. Chinese herbs are readily available for purchase from a variety of sources, including Chinese medical clinics, Chinese grocery stores and pharmacies and online wholesalers.

Instructions

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  Visit a doctor of traditional Chinese medicine. Most large cities should have at least one practitioner. Discuss your health requirements with the doctor. The doctor will prescribe a list of herbs and Chinese medicines to treat your condition.

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  Request the English, Chinese and Latin names of the herbs prescribed. This information will help you to locate the herbs and ensure you are purchasing the exact strain required.

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  Check the clinic for an on-site pharmacy. Many larger clinics will have herbs available for purchase inside the practice. If available, purchase your prescribed herbs directly from the clinic.

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  Visit your local Chinese pharmacy and ask the pharmacist to fill your herbal prescription. Purchase the herbs needed.

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  Locate a Chinese grocery store and browse the supplement and produce aisles for your herbs. Confirm the herbs are correct by asking staff and using your Chinese translations.

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  Visit an online Chinese herb store, such as Spring Wind or Chinese Herb. Browse the product lists for the herbs your require.

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  Order the Chinese herbs by clicking "Add to cart" or "Order." Fill in your shipping information, provide your payment details and confirm the order.