Understanding the Hormonal Effects of Ashitaba and Lutein Supplements
Health food and medication issues? Hello, Doctor: (1) I would like to add a small amount (1/2 stick) of green juice to my daily diet, primarily made from Ashitaba. I read online that Ashitaba can promote lactation, and due to my family medical history, I need to avoid estrogenic ...
Dr. Zhang Chunfang Reply:
Hello: It is best to choose common ingredients for dietary therapy. Green vegetables can replace Ashitaba, and goji berries can substitute for calendula. Do not be deceived by claims of miraculous effects, but also avoid consuming them daily. It is advisable to switch ingredients...[Read More] Understanding the Hormonal Effects of Ashitaba and Lutein Supplements
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Low Testosterone Levels?
Male hormones I would like to inquire about my testosterone levels, which are low (2.61 ng/ml). Can traditional Chinese medicine help adjust this, or is it necessary to supplement hormones through Western medicine? Are there any recommended herbal formulas? (For reference) Thank ...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Anthony/0/30 online user; Hello, you have tested low for male hormone (testosterone) levels, with a value of 2.61 ng/ml. If you wish to adjust this using Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), you may refer to the following (originally published in the United Daily News on July...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Low Testosterone Levels?
Is Pear with Chuanbei and Rock Sugar Safe for Infants with Phlegm?
Stewed Pears with Chuanbei and Rock Sugar Hello Dr. Lin: My younger brother was previously diagnosed with pharyngitis and acute bronchitis. During a chest X-ray, it was found that there is phlegm accumulation in his lungs, and I was advised to help him with expectoration. I found...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Mrs. Chuang / 29 / 1 Online Friend, Hello, 1. Your younger brother was previously diagnosed with pharyngitis and acute bronchitis. A chest X-ray revealed the presence of phlegm in the lungs, and I recommend that you help him with expectoration. He should continue follow-up...[Read More] Is Pear with Chuanbei and Rock Sugar Safe for Infants with Phlegm?
How to Treat Elevated Liver Enzymes: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
How should elevated liver enzymes be treated? Hello, doctor. My liver enzymes were recently found to be elevated, with GOT at 41 and GPT at 141. I have been taking Western medicine for a month and then switched to Chinese medicine, which I have been on for over a month now. The d...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Mr. Huang / 25 / Online User, Your questions are answered as follows: 1. Fatty liver should be treated from the perspective of liver health. 2. My clinic hours are Monday to Saturday mornings, Monday afternoons, and Thursday afternoons. Please come fasting. 3. For fatty li...[Read More] How to Treat Elevated Liver Enzymes: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Balancing Body Temperature: Dietary Tips for Cold and Hot Conditions
Physiological imbalance Hello Dr. Lin: I have a cold constitution that generates heat, and I'm unsure how to adjust my constitution through dietary therapy. Whenever I consume cold or cooling foods, I immediately develop rashes on my hands and feet. When I eat hot or warming...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Xiaowen / 50 / Female Online Friend, 1. Your constitution is quite unique; "consuming cold foods immediately causes hives on your hands and feet, while eating hot and spicy foods leads to acne on your scalp and hemorrhoids." Such a mixed constitution of cold and h...[Read More] Balancing Body Temperature: Dietary Tips for Cold and Hot Conditions
Understanding Fibrocystic Breast Changes and Eye Dark Circles: A TCM Perspective
excuse me? Hello, doctor. Last time I asked about the issue of breast fibrocystic changes, and you recommended taking Shiliuwei Liuqi Decoction. Could you please advise on the dosage? Additionally, I have another question regarding the dark circles around my eyes, which seem to a...
Dr. Lin Huanquan Reply:
The Sixteen Flavor Liuqi Decoction is a traditional Chinese medicine compound prescription that can be taken alone or modified for clinical use. The recommended dosage is 5 grams, three times a day. However, it is advisable to consult a licensed practitioner at a traditional Chin...[Read More] Understanding Fibrocystic Breast Changes and Eye Dark Circles: A TCM Perspective
Understanding Early Gray Hair: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
28-year-old with gray hair? Hello, I am 28 years old, female, and unmarried. This Lunar New Year, I suddenly noticed that I have developed four to five white hairs (which I have never had before). I am unsure what treatment options are available. My mother also had white hair at ...
Dr. Hou Yuchang Reply:
Hello: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that "hair is a surplus of blood," and that hair, teeth, and bones reflect the function of the "kidney meridian." While gray hair and loose teeth are symbols of aging or degeneration, emotions also have a sign...[Read More] Understanding Early Gray Hair: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help Manage Asthma Symptoms?
Traditional Chinese medicine or dietary supplements for asthma? Hello Doctor: I apologize for taking up your valuable time. I have been suffering from a persistent cough that has not improved. After an examination at the clinic, it was determined that I have asthma and bronchial ...
Dr. Chen Weili Reply:
Mr. Jimmy: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has significant benefits in the management and prevention of asthma during its remission phase. Based on your description, it is advisable to incorporate herbal treatments. Asthma can be categorized into cold and heat types, and in te...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help Manage Asthma Symptoms?
Managing Neurasthenia: Dietary and Lifestyle Tips for Recovery
Regarding cerebral neurasthenia? Hello, I have a friend who visited a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner due to gastrointestinal discomfort. The doctor mentioned that he is experiencing mild neurosis due to excessive work stress, which is also causing his gastrointestinal ...
Dr. Zhuang Yihui Reply:
"The doctor said that he has mild neurosis due to excessive work fatigue, and gastrointestinal discomfort is also a result of this." From the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and its organ system classification, this condition can be categorized as &quo...[Read More] Managing Neurasthenia: Dietary and Lifestyle Tips for Recovery
Post-Miscarriage Care and Dietary Recommendations in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Post-Miscarriage Care and Dietary Therapy Hello Doctor: I would like to ask how to take care of myself and what dietary therapy to follow after a miscarriage. Thank you.
Dr. Chen Weili Reply:
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, miscarriage is regarded similarly to childbirth, and there are numerous taboos associated with it. It is advised to avoid cold foods and exposure to cold, and to maintain a normal daily routine. Immediately after a miscarriage, it is recommended t...[Read More] Post-Miscarriage Care and Dietary Recommendations in Traditional Chinese Medicine