Chinese herbal medicine is part of an integrated system of primary health care, known as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that has an uninterrupted history of development dating back thousands of years in China and other parts of East Asia.

Chinese herbal medicines are prescribed either singly or made into formulae which take into account the individual therapeutic action of each herb and well as the effects when combined together. A well constructed formula maximises the effectiveness for treating a particular condition, while counteracting and minimising the unwanted effects of an individual herb.

In addition to providing effective treatment for a wide range of health disorders, Chinese herbal medicine may also be used to assist with general health maintenance and disease prevention. By strengthening and enhancing normal body functions, the immune system is boosted and a general sense of well-being promoted.

A snapshot of conditions typically treated with Chinese Herbal Medicine includes:

* Insomnia and fatigue

* Loss of appetite and common digestive disorders

* Constipation and diarrhoea

* Irritable bowel syndrome

* Common cold and influenza

* Chronic headaches

* Skin disorders

* Fluid retention

* Anxiety, depression and stress

* Allergies

* Rheumatoid and osteoarthritis

* Premenstrual syndrome and painful menstruation

* Excessive menstruation

* Infertility

* Impotence and prostate disorders

* Disorders associated with menopause