How should we correctly view Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and herbal medicine?
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2020-07-28 17:59
For a long time, there has been endless debate about whether Traditional Chinese Medicine or Western medicine is superior. In reality, the choice to believe in Western medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, or a combination of both is entirely up to the patient. However, it is completely inappropriate to blindly attack and smear Traditional Chinese Medicine, especially as Chinese people who should have a greater sense of identity and pride in our thousands of years of cultural tradition.
With many modern scientific studies showing that some traditional Chinese herbs not only fail to cure diseases but can even cause them, some use this as a reason to belittle Traditional Chinese Medicine and its herbs. However, our ancestors have long stated that all medicines have side effects; even medicinal herbs should not be overused or misused. Therefore, those rumors and attacks are completely unfounded.
Some say that Traditional Chinese Medicine relies solely on experience and lacks scientific basis, as if Western medicine isn't also based on accumulated experience. In fact, the practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine, including the use and combination of herbs, follows established guidelines and has a basis. As long as we understand the pharmacology, skillfully combine herbs, discard the dross, retain the essence, think critically, conduct research, and dare to innovate, Traditional Chinese Medicine can often achieve unexpected results.
Our ancestors of the Chinese nation have left behind this treasure through continuous thinking, exploration, and innovation. Of course, technology is developing rapidly today, but people are still people! Therefore, we must work harder to eliminate unsuitable or ineffective herbs!
All medicines have side effects; even supplements can kill you if taken in excess! Even overeating can lead to acute pancreatitis and be fatal! So-called science is also constantly being explored!
Traditional Chinese Medicine has thoroughly researched how to properly address the toxicity of herbs. For the general public who are not TCM practitioners, the best way to deal with the toxicity of Chinese herbs is to strictly follow medical advice. The thousands-year-old culture of Traditional Chinese Medicine is not without its imperfections! Therefore, dedicated individuals need to continuously strive to make it more perfect and benefit China!
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