April is IBS awareness month. In my opinion the most important thing to be aware of is that “Irritable Bowel Syndrome” (IBS) is a catch-all diagnosis, a clever way of saying “your bowels aren’t regular and we don’t know why.” IBS is a condition that tends to fall through the cracks of Western medicine.
Ideally, you want to have a bowel movement daily, that is well formed, and easy to pass. No pain or strain, and no big odors. That’s the “perfect poop” of Chinese Medicine!
Poops aren’t perfect? Here are Five Things you can do:
Chinese herbal medicine is widely used, and especially prized for its efficacy, safety, and very low risk of side effects. Chinese herbs can be of plant, animal, or mineral origin. Custom herbal formulas are prepared for each patient’s individual health needs. Chinese herbal medicine is often given along with acupuncture to enhance the effects of treatment.
