Herbal medicine is a modality of Traditional Chinese Medicine that, similar to acupuncture, is based on the theory that there is energy (called qi) that flows through our bodies in very specific ways. When this energy becomes out of balance for any reason, a variety of physical symptoms will start to appear. While many of these symptoms can be effectively treated with acupuncture, they can also either be supplemented or treated alone through herbal medicine. Chinese herbal medicine are made from all natural ingredients and can be taken as capsules, tea powder or raw herbs. Your herbalist will determine the right combination of herbs for you based on your in-depth consultation. Your herbal remedy will be formulated and mixed specifically for you each time. Most herbal medicines require you to take them two or three times per day for a period of time in order to achieve the desired results. Consistency with herbal remedies is key - just like with western pharmaceuticals, if you miss doses and the medicine doesn't get in your body, it can't very well do it's job!