Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) offers a more holistic approach to addressing health issues, especially in women's health, and is gaining popularity as people lose faith in Western medicine.
TCM takes a comprehensive approach to treating anxiety by addressing the root causes and using herbal formulas that have been proven more effective than conventional treatments in relieving anxiety and depression.
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Growing Interest in Chinese Medicine
There is a growing interest in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) due to a loss of faith in Western medicine, increase in chronic health conditions, and skepticism towards pharmaceutical drugs. TCM is the longest running medical system in the world and offers wisdom from historical sources as well as evidence from clinical trials. Many people are turning to TCM for a more holistic approach to addressing health issues, especially in women's health.
Treatment of Anxiety in TCM
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) takes a comprehensive approach to treating anxiety, recognizing that there are various patterns that can contribute to anxiety symptoms. TCM treatment may involve herbal formulas such as Jia Wei Xiao Yao San, which has been shown to be more effective than conventional treatments in relieving anxiety and depression. TCM also emphasizes the connection between mental and physical health, addressing the root causes of anxiety rather than just the symptoms.
Anti-Aging Hacks from TCM
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) offers several anti-aging hacks, many of which involve incorporating specific herbs and ingredients into one's diet. Snow fungus, known for its hydrating and collagen-boosting properties, is a popular ingredient used in TCM beauty recipes. Other beneficial ingredients include bird's nest, which supports skin healing and regeneration, and goji berries, which can help improve skin quality. TCM-inspired treatments have also made their way into the beauty industry, with ingredients like volufiline and TA-83 showing promising anti-aging effects.
Integrative Approach of TCM and Western Medicine
There is increasing recognition and integration of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) within Western medicine. Acupuncture, for example, is increasingly accepted and used as a complementary treatment in hospitals. TCM's approach of addressing underlying causes of health issues and using complex herbal formulas is seen as a more holistic and effective approach to certain conditions, such as menstrual cramps, gynecological disorders, and mental health issues. The evidence-based nature of TCM and its focus on patient-centered care are contributing to its growing acceptance and interest in Western healthcare.
Nina Cheng is the founder of The Eastern Philosophy, a traditional Chinese medicine online shop and social media platform that educates and provides evidence-based herbal solutions for modern day conditions. Nina joins the show to discuss why there is an increase in chronic health conditions and diminishing confidence in western medicine, and how we can implement eastern practices to effectively support our bodies with mental health conditions, women’s health conditions sleep conditions and more. She shares common lifestyle contributors to prevalent conditions, TCM beauty and anti-aging hacks, and how to target multiple causes of disease with TCM formulas. Nina also draws from her studies as a History of Medicine graduate student at John’s Hopkins to examine why we have certain attitudes and approaches to healthcare in this country and so much more.
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