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Chinese Herbs for Women's Health

Chinese herb remedies have been used for centuries to ease women's health ailments. Chinese herbs are usually less expensive than most Western medicines, according to the Shen Herbal Pharmacy website, and their organic nature usually makes them safer than chemical counterparts. Collectively, Chinese women are also healthier than American women due to diet, and cultural habits. Herbs can be taken as powders, teas or in pill form. Women who are pregnant should consult their physician before taking any herbs or medication.

  1. Herbs for Pregnancy

    • Many Chinese herbs are safe and effective to promote good health during pregnancy. According to the Shen website, vitalizing blood herbs are helpful for relieving body aching, abdominal pain and promoting circulation. Herbs to consider include: Szechuan lovage root, dan shen and ji xue teng. Dang gui works as an organic laxative. Additionally, chi shao and red peony root are two additional vitalizing blood herbs that work to dispel stasis, masses and trauma, states the Ying Yang House

    Herbs for Menopause

    • There are a number of Chinese herbs than help middle-aged women through the natural bodily process of menopause. Bai ji tan is a morinda root taken to fortify kidneys and stimulate bone strength. The Shen website recommends herba epimedum to promote hormone production. Mu li or concha ostr both reduce anxiety and sweating and help to ease the spirit. Tang kwei or radix radix angelica sinensis are filled with vitamin B12 and carotene and are good for invigorating and harmonizing blood.

    Herbs for Infertility

    • As of 2010, according to the Shen website, herbs and acupuncture can be common and successful treatments for men and women suffering from infertility. More than 150 herbs are known for stimulating hormones and egg generation in women. One example is shu di huang. This herb regulates menstruation, boosts fertility and lessens menstrual bleeding. Shan yao, on the other hand, comes from the Chinese yam and is used to maintain a healthy reproductive system and increase energy.

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