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All foods have therapeutic effects. Some are cooling and clear heat and inflammation, others are warming and stimulating. Some are appropriated to the Lungs, others to the Stomach, Liver or other organ. Others are diuretic and help expel Damp. The knowledge of the effects of Foods helps to control disease through Diet and thus is a fundamental principle in Traditional Medicine. Here we have a basic list of the Medicinal effects of certain Foods ... Read More
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Bloodletting is an ancient practice and has been used universally in Traditional Medicine. It's medical use probably began in the West and was introduced to the East and is an early forerunner to Acupuncture. The judicious removal of Blood has profound healing benefits where it is still used in modern medicine in the treatment of certain diseases. This article reviews the clinical uses of Bloodletting therapy in the modern clinic. Read More |
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Cupping is an ancient Therapy that has been used in all the Great Medical Traditions. The first written account comes from Egypt (circa 1500 BCE) and it has remained a popular therapy ever since. The remarkable similarity in its use in various systems again demonstrates strong cross-communication and sharing of ideas. Cupping continues to be clinically relevant and has regained popularity in the West. Read More |
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Leeching is another Ancient Therapy, used in various traditions, and is closely allied to Bloodletting. Modern research has shown numerous potent pharmacological effects from compounds in leech saliva which support its clinical use. Leeching not only removes Blood, but has a potent 'Blood-moving' effect, relieving stagnation, reducing inflammation, easing pain and helping to dissolve thrombus and fibrin. Further, modern use has been popularised, especially following plastic and cosmetic surgery. This article looks at the practical use of Leeches in clinical practice. Read More
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The 7 Ancient Planets were tied through a system of correspondences to metals, minerals, gems, organs and humors. They were long regarded as having an intricate association with health and disease, and were related to Herbs and other medicines. Each planet is associated to organs, meaning that a warm medicine of the Sun would benefit the Heart by its relationship. This article introduces the Planets and their effects. Read More
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Distillation was a major turning point in the preparation of Medicines. It allowed purified extracts of plants, animals and minerals, as well as fractional distillation which could separate various elements. This had a major impact on the Art of the Apothecary, and therefore, also on medical practice. By the 16th century, many distilled medicines were commonly used throughout Europe. This article introduces Distillation.
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Solanum nigrum, or Black Nightshade, is one of our most important anti-cancer medicines, having been used for Cancer for over 2000 years. Modern research has confirmed potent therapeutic effects and its broad anti-cancer activity. New research has demonstrated a potent synergism with modern chemotherapeutic drugs when used in the treatment of various cancers.
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Powdered herbal formulas have been much used as a dosage form in all traditions, perhaps most especially the Western Tradition. Powders have a number of benefits including small dose, reduced cost, ease of use and preparation. Powders are also the preferred mode of administration of many 'special' medicines including stones (Pearl, Coral, Amber, Gems), Animal products (horn, organs, bile) and expensive medicines (Saffron, Ginseng, Orchid)... Read More
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The Shang Han Lun is a seminal classic of TCM, many of the most used formulas still used in modern TCM being derived from this classic. Here we have presented an introduction of the main theories and syndromes, along with the most important formula, in a concise format. ... Read More |
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The Yin and Yang theory is a cornerstone of Chinese Philosophy and Chinese Medicine. It represents the two opposing forces upon which everything in nature is composed. It may come as a surprise that the Western Tradition, going back to the Ancient Greeks and beyond, had a similar Philosophy. In the body, these were known as Innate Heat (Yang) and Radical Moisture (Yin) ... Read More |
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A comprehensive list of Diseases with Formulas used to Treat them.
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Chinese Medicine in 17th Century European Texts
From the 1600's, quite detailed information of TCM was introduced to Europe from travelers
and missionaries. This included Pulse diagnosis, Theory, Materia Medica ... Read more
From the 1600's, quite detailed information of TCM was introduced to Europe from travelers
and missionaries. This included Pulse diagnosis, Theory, Materia Medica ... Read more
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A list of the Principal Printed Herbals from 1470–1670, most with links to readable or downloadable versions. An awesome
resource. Read More 
The Myrobalans are a group of Fruit which are the most used herbal combination in Traditional Medicine with many important formulas
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Warming the Stomach and promoting digestion has always been of primary importance in Traditional Medicine. This article gives 15 Traditional formula used to warm the Stomach. Read More
Dr. Storck investigated the use of Aconitum napellus, the European equivalent of the Chinese Aconites,
in the late 1700's. Many of his observations are similar to Chinese uses. Read More |
Introduction to Western Medical Theory
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The Art of Physick A wonderful and concise Introduction to Traditional Western Medical Theory. |
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Regimen Sanitatis, The Regimen of Health Two texts on Traditional Western Health Maintenance. |
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MedicineTraditions has been established to promote the teaching and practice of the 4 Great Medicine Traditions along the Silk Road, which shared so much in Theory and Materia Medica for millennia.
A Unique Resource for Students and Practitioners of Herbal and Traditional Medicine. All Traditional Medicine systems had several things in common: belief in the Spirit and Qi; the use of medicines from the Vegetable, Mineral and Animal Kingdoms; the concept that health is balance and disease is loss of balance; the use of formulas ... Read More |
What is Medicinetraditions?
MedicineTraditions is an awesome resource for the Study and Practice of Traditional Medicine. It focuses on the 4 Great Medicine Traditions along the Silk Road which had a huge impact upon one another and share basic theory and Materia Medica.
It has a subscription component for Students and Practitioners but contains a huge amount of free content too. Who Is MedicineTraditions For?
MedicineTraditions is primarily aimed at Students and Practitioners of Herbal and Traditional Medicine.
But it's also for the interested, the curious, those that love Herbs or love Traditional Medicine ... quite simply, it's for you! What's Inside MedicineTraditions?
Inside MedicineTraditions you will find many 100's of Medicine Monographs of Vegetable, Animal and Mineral Medicines with information derived from European, Greek, Arab, Indian, Tibetan and Chinese sources, all compiled into a single, workable format.
There are 1000's of medicine combinations and classical formulas from the great Medical Traditions; a huge Database of Diseases with traditional formulas used in their treatment. Lists of Substitute Medicine, Glossaries, Articles, information on modifying Traditional Formulas for modern use ... Literally thousands of pages, constantly updated and expanded to give you the greatest single resource for the study of Traditional Medicine ever envisaged. What About Animal Medicines?
MedicineTraditions does not support the use of endangered animals in modern Traditional Medicine.
MedicineTraditions does not support animal cruelty for Traditional Medicine or modern medical research. Many Traditional animal medicines are by-products of animals that do not require their slaughter. In addition, many animal medicines are obtained from animals already farmed for human consumption. A number of animal medicines are derived from insects which can be farmed ethically to supply Traditional Medicine. The farming of insects is expected to rise dramatically for both medicine and food in the coming decades. The most controversial Animal medicines such as Rhino horn, Tiger bone and Bear Bile all have ethical substitutes that are widely used in modern Traditional Medicine. In addition, various vegetable substitutes can be used in place of animal medicines in traditional formula. Is Traditional Medicine Effective?
Traditional Medicine has its roots in prehistoric times. Over millennia, certain herbs and formulas developed reputations for their efficacy in treating certain conditions. Many of the indications modern herbalists are taught today are uses known to ancient Greek, Indian or Chinese practitioners 1000 or 2000 years ago.
There is a huge amount of pharmacological research into traditional medicines and it is impressive how often modern research confirms traditional usage. In addition, in China, India, the Middle East, and even in Western Countries, traditional medicines are studied in animals or clinical trials to ascertain efficacy. It is not uncommon for traditional medicines to be found similar in efficacy to modern western control drugs. Of course, a lot of traditional use is unproven and some traditional theories are now known to be incorrect. However, the long and continuing history of traditional medicine, along with its growing use in the west means that Traditional Medicine is here to stay. Therefore, MedicineTraditions is providing this valuable resource to bring Traditional Medicine into the 21st century and beyond. See our recent article How Do We Know Traditional Medicine Works? Can I get treatment?
MedicineTraditions is not for self-diagnosis or self treatment.
We do not offer consultations or give diagnosis, treatment, recommendations or medicines for self-treatment. If you need medical assistance please contact your Traditional Medicine practitioner or other healthcare professional. Who Created MedicineTraditions?
MedicineTraditions has been created by Adam Tate.
Adam studied TCM with Professor Wong Lun at the Academy of TCM in Melbourne between 1990–94. He has made an in-depth study of the Western Tradition, along with Ayurveda and Tibetan Medicine. He has traveled far and wide in his study of Traditional Medicine while maintaining a clinical practice for over 20 years. Adam found that most of the underlying philosophy in the different systems is ultimately very similar and that information has been shared along the Silk Road for over 2500 years. MedicineTraditions was created to promote and teach Traditional Medicine, to find the common threads between the systems, and and to elevate Herbal Medicine in the West to its former glory. MedicineTraditions now has a small support staff and input from other practitioners and teachers of Traditional Medicine. How is MedicineTraditions Funded?
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Formula are one of the most important aspects of Traditional Medicine. Studying Formulas is fundamental to studying Traditional Medicine. MedicineTraditions contains over 5000 combinations and formulas focusing on Western Formulas, largely unavailable elsewhere.
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Theory is the foundation of Traditional Medicine Practice. Although there is variation in the Traditions, an over-whelming amount of Theory is essentially the same or at least compatible. Increase understanding to improve your clinical practice.
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MedicineTraditions is not intended to be used for diagnosis or self-treatment. It is an academic site for Students and Practitioners
of Traditional Medicine. It is not intended to be used as a substitute for proper Training, but rather is a valuable resource in
learning Herbal and Traditional Medicine. Due to the Nature and History of Traditional Medicine, some of the information
contained could be harmful or even lethal in the wrong hands. MedicineTraditions will in no way be held liable or
responsible for any use or misuse, injury or death from the use of any of the information contained herein.
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