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Judgement of the swine flu with Chinese Herbs
An article published today in Beijing Ditan Hospital said, "88 Of the 117 patients treated for (H1N1) disease on the grass fully recovered and were discharged. "This is a success rate of 75%. What these are Chinese herbs that worked so well? The deputy director of the hospital said there were four herbs in the packets given to patients who drank a tea and used as a mouthwash. Lonicera japonica (honeysuckle flower), Isatis Indigodica, Mentha (Mint) and Glycyrrhiza (Licorice). All patients received doses of 3 grams per serving. These same herbs are available in Chinese herbal medicine shops here in the United States.
The grass first, Lonicera, is used almost exclusively for the prevention and treatment of colds and upper respiratory tract infections, sore throat and flu symptoms in general. It can be used in a vaporizer and inhaled with the traditional way of ingestion it after cooking (decocting) in water. In one study, 1150 patients were treated for influenza using a combination of herbs Lonicera included and had excellent results. Using best Lonicera is fresh because it contains the effects the most anti-inflammatory and antipyretic properties. As an antibiotic, it has "demonstrated a wide range of inhibitory activities against Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli" and a host of other pathogens.
The grass next to the fight against the flu formula Isatis, ie as root Pastel. This herb is classified as a toxic plant heat compensation in Chinese medicine and is also commonly used for upper respiratory infections. There are pharmacological effects have been well studied and research supports its success in the treatment of acute sore throat and flu. This plant is, like other Chinese herbs often used in a formula combined with other herbs. Herbs often work more efficiently when cooking synergistic with the right combination of other herbs compatible. People allergic to sulfa drugs may have an allergic reaction to this plant, and it is not recommended for those who take blood thinners like Coumadin or it may potentiate the action. However, the risk of any serious interaction is weak. I refer to focus on what herbs are strong and medicine must be prescribed and administered by a qualified physician.
The last two herbs this simple formula are herbs that I'm certain everyone has heard of but can not be held in high esteem for the treatment of influenza virus such as influenza swine. I hope this article changes that view. Mint is seen in almost all grocery stores in the United States and We've all heard of licorice. However, these two plants are not necessarily in the neighborhood grocery store. You must be sure to get the right species and there are literally hundreds when it comes to mint. Mentha has quite a history when it comes to treating a high fever with symptoms influenza. Indeed, the original source text on Mentha was written in about 600 AD, while the beneficial effects of licorice have been documented earlier. Sore throat, red eyes, and headaches are the most common mentha symptoms can be treated. It is included in many famous formulas of Chinese herbs such as licorice. Both are considered GRAS (generally recognized as safe) by the FDA. Licorice is One of the plants most commonly used in the Chinese Materia Medica with volumes of information and research. It is traditionally used to "harmonize" a formula in Chinese medicine, but it has many therapeutic actions clean. More than I can list here.
These four herbs powerful and together they are more than the sum of their parts. Beijing Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital has established a program Prevention H1N1 box herbal medicine. If you travel in China, you may want to take a little. Better yet, ask your acupuncturist or an herbalist and get your own very power of herbs tailored to your constitution.
References:
Chinese medical herbs and Pharmacology, Chen and Chen, Art of Medicine Press, 2001.
http://www.bernama.com/bernama/v5/newsindex.php?id=427649
About the Author
Cathy Margolin is a Licensed Acupuncturist and consumer health advocate with a passion for teaching people how to improve their health through the use of Chinese herbal formulas. She enjoys impacting the lives of readers around the world who haven’t yet experienced the phenomenal health benefits from the ancient wisdom of Chinese herbal medicine. She currently maintains an Acupuncture & Chinese herbal medicine practice, writes herbal formulas for her patients and works at PACherbs.com.
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