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The demand of Americans for Chinese Herbs has for several years been steadily on the increase. Consequently, whereas some forty years ago the sale of Chinese Herbs in the United States was confined almost wholly to the Chinese population, at the time of this writing, the American patrons far outnumber the Chinese.
Our company has been doing business in Oakland, California, for the past twenty years. During this period, we have afforded genuine, and, in most cases, permanent relief to numerous persons, variously afflicted. Our harmless, life-giving herbs have so built up their bodies, purified their blood, and renewed their strength that they have again felt like their former selves and have joyfully taken up the burdens of life anew. We are here presenting the testimonials of a number of enthusiastic patrons, some of whom testified in the Federal Court in San Francisco, California, March 1st to 8th, 1932, as to the authenticity of their printed statements; the more recent addresses of whom may be obtained at our office.
The office hours of our herbalist are from 10:00 A. M. to 6:00 P. M. daily, Sundays 9:00 A. M. to 12 Noon. Herbs are cooked and the tea served at the office daily to those patrons who either prefer to drink the tea at the office or who have no facilities for cooking the herbs at home. Although there is no charge for cooking the herbs, 90 percent of our patrons prefer to boil them at home, several packages being put up at a time.
Herbs are compounded to meet the needs of the individual. In all cases, the price is the same, being ten dollars per week in advance for seven packages, one to be cooked each day either in accordance with directions given, or cooked in four cups of cold water and boiled down to one cup in about 30 minutes, the tea to be strained and drunk while warm.
Believing that the American public would be interested to know something of the Chinese theories regarding t...
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1330248589
- ISBN 13 9781330248584
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages198
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of Chinese herbal remedies, a practice with roots stretching back thousands of years. The author explores the philosophical underpinnings of this ancient system, revealing how it is based on the interconnectedness of the five elements ΓΆβ β water, fire, vegetation, mineral, and earth ΓΆβ β and their corresponding influence on the human body. Through detailed descriptions of various herbs and their uses, the book illuminates the unique approach of Chinese herbalism, where carefully crafted formulas address imbalances within the body's systems. The author also sheds light on the historical and cultural context of this practice, highlighting its enduring significance in Chinese society and its growing influence in the West. By sharing compelling testimonials and insights from renowned herbalists, the book offers a powerful argument for the efficacy of Chinese herbal remedies. It challenges readers to consider a different perspective on health and healing, one that emphasizes harmony with nature and the body's innate capacity for self-renewal. Ultimately, this book serves as a compelling invitation to explore the profound wisdom and potential of Chinese herbal medicine. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330248584_0
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