How to Harmonize Your Body Through Chinese Medicine

A core principle of traditional Chinese medicine is that the human body, in its perfect state, is completely harmonized. Chinese medicine practitioners believe that chronic pain, illnesses like the flu and medical conditions such as allergies and high blood pressure are caused by an imbalance in that harmony. Chinese medical practices, particularly acupuncture and herbal treatments, aim to harmonize the body by restoring that natural balance. Follow these steps to find out how you can harmonize yours.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Computer with Internet access

1. Understand the Taoist principles of Yin and Yang which underlie the theory behind Chinese medicine. Knowledge of these principles will assist your understanding of how traditional Chinese medicine can work to harmonize your body.

2. Know where your body's primary energy centers are. In Chinese medicine, the Meridian system is used to systematize the flow of energy. You'll use them to harmonize your body by ensuring the proper flow of energy.

3. Learn about Zang Fu organ theory, which relates the function of each of your body's organs to either Yin or Yang. Using this knowledge to your advantage will help you harmonize your body.

4. Find listings of Chinese medicine practitioners through the Worldwide Health Center's online registry (see Resources below). Working with an experienced professional may help you better harmonize your body. You can also speak with a specialist to help better your understanding of this ancient discipline.

5. Consult an acupuncture specialist, explain your symptoms and undergo treatment. Acupuncture activates the body's own natural healing properties, allowing you to reset your harmonic balance.

6. Meditate. Using proper meditation techniques will restore you to a state of wakeful tranquility and will facilitate proper physical healing.

7. Exercise. Traditionalists swear by it, particularly the martial arts, to restore your body's equilibrium.

8. Use Chinese herbs. Taking the proper herbal supplements may be the only step you need to take and may prevent future recurrences of your symptoms. Check with a Chinese medicine practitioner to see what specific conditions can be treated through the use of herbs.

9. Go on a diet. Specific food combinations and, in particular, the use of herb combinations, are used extensively in Chinese medicine to promote a return to proper body chemistry. Learn more by conferring with a Chinese herbologist.

10. Refrain from consuming alcohol, tobacco and/or drugs as much as possible while you're trying to harmonize your body through Chinese medicine.

11. Ask for help. The proprietor of your local health food store will be able to suggest treatments for basic conditions, such as fatigue or insomnia. A qualified practitioner of Chinese medicine will skillfully direct the treatment of more serious maladies.

Tips & Warnings

• Consult a qualified practitioner of Chinese medicine before implementing any changes in your diet or lifestyle. Costs involved with such appointments are generally affordable.
• Before you start any alternative medical technique, be aware that many have not been scientifically evaluated. Often, only limited information is available about their safety and effectiveness. Each state and each discipline has its own rules about how alternative medicine practitioners can be professionally licensed. If you decide to visit one, choose one licensed by a recognized national organization. Consult your primary health care provider about your decision first. Keep your doctor informed about the alternative medical technique you undertake.
• If you experience any acute pain, numbness or "tingling"' in your extremities, visit a doctor or ER immediately.

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