Acupuncture Treatments Help You Stop Smoking

What is acupuncture? Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine which involves the insertion of very fine needles at key points (known as acupuncture points) into the body. In , acupuncture is one of the most popular and well-established complementary therapies, with approximately three million people undergoing this kind of treatment each year.
Acupuncture is based on the Chinese belief that the human body is controlled by a life force known as Qi (pronounced 'chee'). Qi flows through the body in channels, known as meridians. When your Qi is disturbed, or unbalanced, it can make you sick. Acupuncture aims to restore the balance of Qi, and helps it to run smoothly through your body.
Not everyone who practices acupuncture believes in the theory of Qi. Some people take a more scientific approach to acupuncture and instead focus on the way it helps the body to release its natural painkillers, known as 'endorphins'. It can also help stimulate nerve and muscletissue. Science cannot explain everything about acupuncture, and further research is required before it can be fully understood.
Acupuncture is primarily used to ease symptoms ofpainand discomfort. Studies suggest that there are a number of conditions which acupuncture can help to treat, including post-operativepain,migraines, andnausea. More high-quality research is needed into the effectiveness of acupuncture on other conditions.
Acupuncture is a very safe form of treatment, which has few side effects, or complications. However, it is important to make sure that the acupuncturist that you choose is fully qualified, and practices the treatment in safe and hygienic conditions.
How Can Acupuncture Help You Stop Smoking?
If you are a smoker, and no matter what you try you seem unable to quit, maybe you should try acupuncture. Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese form of treatment, which uses small needles to affect pressure points under the skin, and can help to treat or relieve certain illnesses and disorders. It is believed that certain pressure points can be used to reduce cravings, and thereby help you to quit smoking, saving you money, and protecting your health at the same time.
Acupuncture works by inserting thin needles in the skin over certain pressure points, stimulating blood flow to certain organs, including the lungs, the airways, and the mouth. Smokers who have acupuncture treatment usually find that they feel a reduced urge to smoke, and some tests have found that cigarette related chemicals in the bloodstream of such smokers are greatly reduced after acupuncture treatment.
Nicotine is the substance in cigarettes that is so addictive. It releases a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine into the brain. Acetylcholine is responsible for stimulating muscles, and it also activates short-term memory and excitability. The lack of this substance has been linked to Altzheimer's Disease. Some people believe that acupuncture is able to help the person control their smoking habit because it takes over and triggers the same responses in the brain that nicotine does.
Acupuncture apparently stimulates the same neurotransmitters to produce acetylcholine which recreates the effects on the brain so that people cease to need the nicotine. This thinking is way outside the box, and has taken those who practice acupuncture by surprise.
Acupuncture has turned a increasing number of cigarette cravers to quit smoking for ever. Acupuncture is an ideal and successful treatment to reduce cravings and lessen the withdrawal symptoms associated with quitting such as nervousness, restlessness and overeating. It will also aid in relaxation and detoxification.

STOP / QUIT SMOKING Herbal Cigarettes

Herbal cigarettes have been available for many years, and have helped many thousands of smokers give up. Herbal cigarettes are tobacco free and nicotine free and contain no addictive ingredients so there is no risk of developing a long-term dependency on herbal cigarettes.
Habitual long-term smokers may find herbal cigarettes a useful substitute alongside nicotine therapy. Herbal cigarettes allow smokers to wean themselves off the oral habit and inhalation gradually.
If you want to stop smoking, herbal cigarettes can help you. The form in which the herbal cigarettes are supplied i.e. filter tipped cigarettes, makes it possible to stop by stages, which is psychologically less demanding than stopping dead. With herbal cigarettes, you do away with the tobacco but you still allow yourself to go through the motions.
Main Ingredients:Ginseng, Cloves, Mugwort Leaf, Honeysuckle Flower, Peppermint, Chrysanthemum Flower.
Direction:Using as a normal cigarette, please do not intake any product with nicotine during using this herbal cigarette, in case delay the period of stopping smoking.

Xiang Sha Yang Wei Wan

You are bidding on one packet of 200 concentrated pills Xiang Sha Stomach Pill (Xiang Sha Yang Wei Wan), manufactured by Wanxi Pharmaceutical Factory, Zhongjing Brand, one of the best in China.
Ingredients:Citrus Peel (Citrus reticulata), Licorice Root (Glcyrrhiza uralensis), Aucklandia Root (Aucklandia lappa), Atractylodes Root, Herbal Agastachis, Cyperus Root, Poria Fungus, Pinellia Root, Amomum Peel, Magnolia Peel.
Functions:
Xiang Sha Yang Wei Wan is used for poor digestion, bloating, gurgling, pasty stools, headache, nausea and flatulence due to food stagnation. It is a natural herbal supplement which enables men and women to eliminate that bloating and distressful feelings of stomach upset.
Usage:Take 8 pills 3 times a day. Do not use if pregnant

,Tian Wang Bu Xin Wan

packet of 200 concentrated pills,Tian Wang Bu Xin Wan,manufactured by Henan Wanxi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Ingredients: Fresh rehmannia (Shengdihuang), Ginseng (Renshen), Scrophularia (Xuanshen), Schisandra fruit (Wuweizi), Platycodon (Jiegeng), Asparagus root (Tianmendong), Wild jujube seed (Suanzaoren), Ophiopogon root (Maimendong), Red sage root (Danshen), Poria (Fuling), Polygala root (Yuanzhi), Chinese Angelica (Danggui; Dongkuai), Biota seed (Baiziren).

Actions: To replenish Yin and nourish blood; to tonify the heart and soothe the mind
Indications: deficiency of yin and blood, fidgeting due to deficiency, insomnia, palpitation, mental weariness, nocturnal emission, amnesia, dry stools, orolingual boil, reddened tongue with little fur, and thready and rapid pulse.
Description: In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the heart controls the blood and stores the spirit, the kidney provides the source of Yin and Yang energy for the whole body, including heart. When the heart function is weak with respect to Yin and blood, the spirit does not rest well and causes restlessness, palpitation, and amnesia. One may also have difficulty staying asleep, make a lot of dreams, and have seminal emission in the dream in man. Additionally, one may have warm and moist palms/sole, dry mouth or even mouth and tongue ulcers, and dry stool.
Tian Wang Bu Xin Wan is composed of multiple herbs that either nourish Yin, or blood, or calm the mind. The herbs are combined according to the TCM principles so that they can act optimally to strengthen the heart. It has been indicated in China Pharmacopoeia for nourishing Yin and blood, and tonify the heart to tranquilize mind. The herbal formula is used for insomnia, palpitation, mental lassitude, amnesia, dry throat and mouth, dreaminess, nocturnal seminal emission, constipation, and oral ulceration.
Usage: 8 pills each time,three times daily
Cautious: 1.Not suitable for use if you have a fever.2. Use it under the direction of a herbalist if you have diabetes.3. Consult your herbalist or physician before use if you are taking other medicines.4. Better to use after meal. 5. If any adverse symptom occurs, discontinue use.6. Keep out of reach of children.

Pearl powder

Function:a famous one in China. It can dissolve in water quickly and be absorbed easily.Pearl powder has been used in China in antient times. It is used as a Spirit tonic to stabilize the emotions, allay fright, ease frustration and anger, brighten the eyes and help regenerate tissue. Pearl is also used as a major beauty tonic because it is a rich source of amino acids, mucopolysaccharides, B-vitamins and a wide range of minerals including calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron, strontium, copper, selenium, silicon and titanium. Studies in China have proven that pearl powder enhances the activity of superoxide dismutase (SOD), the antioxidant enzyme which decelerates melanin production and helps reduce pigmentation, freckles, dark spots and brown blotchy patches. Pearl also contains natural sunscreens. Additional components in pearl powder enhance cellular RNA and DNA activities, so skin remains clear, smooth and firm. Body and facial scars are lightened and sun-damaged skin is revived. Pearl powder has proven to be one of the greatest anti-aging remedies providing a more radiant, youthful complexion.
History:1、 It has long been a favorite of Asian women for beautifying their skin and maintaining youth, it is one of the main reasons why Asian woman have far superior skin and retain their beauty much longer than women in other countries are able to.2、 According to ancient Chinese history artistes in the Tang Dynasty began using Pearl Powder on their faces to protect and beautify their skin when applying stage makeup. During the Ching Dynasty Empress Dowager began taking Pearl Powder internally as well as applying it to her face. From then on it became standard practice especially for royalty but even the common Asian women tried her best to get her hands on small amounts when she could, lower grade pearl powder is reasonably priced hence commonly used but the medicinal grade was reserved only for those who could afford it.3、The actual pearls have been collected for some 3,000 years by the Chinese, and not just for jewelry. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) employs the medicinal qualities of ingested powdered pearl to treat inflammatory illnesses including epilepsy, convulsions, hyperactivity, hypertension, insomnia and palpitations. Traditional Chinese medical doctors also suggest pearl to quiet nerves and improve vision in addition to it's anti-aging and beauty enhancing effects.4、According to ancient texts and records including the "Compendium of Materia Medica," up through to the current "Pharmacopoeia PRC edition" pearl powder has been used for medicinal purposes from China for over 2000 years. The cosmetic grade pearl powder is mixed with the inner shell of the oyster as compared to the medicinal grade which is made wholly from pearls.When taken internally it is the medicinal grade as supplied by Herbal Pharmacy that is required, whereas for applying to the skin this same grade can be mixed with various creams etc. to achieve the desired effect. TCM physicians believe the calcium and other valuable minerals and amino acids from pearl powder can also be absorbed through the skin. They have found pearl powder, applied externally, speeds the skin's natural metabolism, tones and rejuvenates the complexion, heals blemishes, minimizes large pores and reduces patchy redness. A pearl facial pack is said to rejuvenate dry, dull skin. CiXi, the last Dowager Empress of China during the Qing Dynasty (1644-­1911), preferred expensive powdered pearl face masks to maintain her complexion.During the Ming dynasty the famous doctor Li Shizhen put in his medical book, Classical Chinese Materia Medica, the use of pearl powder for skin health: "Spread on face, lubricate skin and give good complexion. Spread on hands and feet, smooth skin and relieve chaps. Remove face acnes. Decrease secretion." Today pearl powder can be used in the following ways:Taken internally (approximately 0.3 to 0.7 grams daily) for:
1、 Anti-aging
2、 Removing blemishes from the skin
3、 Removing white or black spots
4、 Lightening the skin
5、 Treating stretch marks (for this both internal and external application is needed)
Applied externally it can:
1、 Treat any kind of skin blemish with regular application
2、 Address scars and stretch marks
3、 Give lustre to the skin
4、 Lighten the skin
5、 Make the skin soft and supple and delay wrinkles
When applied exernally a little should be used to make a cream, for daily use mix about 0.3g in a solution suitable for the skin or mix with another cream of your liking, if you were making a face mask however then you would use 5 to 10 grams but only need to do this once a month for excellent results.you also can mix with water to use it .put it to your face ,no need cream.When purchasing pearl powder you should know what grade you are getting, medicinal grade is the best quality but also the most expensive, it is generally not available from most suppliers as it is only supplied by pharmaceutical companies such as KPC pharmaceuticals or Sun Ten Herbal in Taiwan, Herbal Pharmacy receives medicinal grade pearl powder from KPC in Taiwan and sells this directly to individuals both for cosmetic and medicinal purposes. There are many other suppliers on the internet but most is not medicinal grade so if you are going to buy from them make sure you pay the right price, i.e for cosmetic grade pearl powder. Herbal Pharmacy sells pearl powder in the same 200g bottles as received from KPC but we also package into 50g bottles and will soon be producing them in ready made creams.To make a mask, you can mix one teaspoon pearl powder with enough olive oil to form a thin paste. Apply to clean, dry skin; then, after 10 minutes rinse off with warm water. Another option is a mix of pearl powder and milk and beaten egg, believed to have anti-aging effects. This pearl powder can also be used on its own, applying it on the face before sleep and removing it the next day. In TCM terminology, pearl powder has cooling, disinfectant and balancing properties. It keeps the skin cool and moist. Internally it should be taken in low dose for long term use, approximately 1g per day (1/4 teaspoon). Results will be noticed after 40 days of treatment, Therapy can be continued for four months continously after which a break of a week or two should be taken.

Usage: one or two capsules each time, twice daily. Reduce the dosage for children.

E Jiao ( colla corii asini ) price150yuan RMB per box

Origin: the dry glue pieces made from the hide (the donkey hide gelatin is obtained by stewing )of Equus l.of family Equidae.
Location : shangdong and zhejiang province in china.
The actual smell and taste : light smell ,slight sweet.
Best quality: brown and black brown ,firm and brittle
Medical function:
1. Improves red cell count.
2. Corrects hypotension.
3. Improve stress resistance of laboratory mice in cold exposure, tiredness, and radiation exposure.
4. Improves muscle weakness due to malnutrition.
5. Improves calcium absorption.
6. Improves immune system.
7. Improves conditions of kidney inflammation.
8. Increase blood pressure.
Usage and Dosage:
It is melted and taken after mixing it with water, or dissolved in boiling water or millet wine; the dosage is 5-10 grams. For enriching blood and nourishing yin, the crude is used; for stopping bleeding, the one stir-baked with cattail pollen is suitable to be used; for moistening the lung, the one stir-baked with clam powder is suitable.

Yi yi reng (Semen coicis)

Orign: the dried mature seed of perennial herbaceous plant coixlacrymajobi L.var
Location: most area in china
Harvest: collect in autumn when the fruit are ripe
The true smell and taste: light smell ,and slight sweet.
Best quality: large ,firm, white , and full
Function:
1、 Semen coicis, is the ancient Chinese emperors used in the food court. Rich in protein, fat, vitamin compound B, calcium, iron, potassium. Is very high nutritional value of food. With a diuretic, heat, anti-cancer and beautify the skin, improve the digestive function.
2、 To invigorate the spleen function and promote diuresis, to alleviate arthritis, to arrest diarrhea, to remove heat and facilitate the drainage of pus.
How to use it : 100g one time .put it together with rice boil 30 minute or put it ino the water boil it 30 minute ,then add the sugar ,eating like a food .