Planet Herbs Dr. Michael Tierra's planetary herbology, Chinese medicine, acupuncture, alternative medicine website and forums. Courses, seminars, East-West clinic, rare books, articles, supplies, links to other integrated medical sites. http://www.planetherbs.com/

Rocky Mountain Herbal Institute (RMHI) Chinese Herbal Medicine Database for Practitioners with Latin and Pinyin references. Includes information about botanical classification, dosage, contraindications, preparation, physiological notes and traditional Chinese clinical indications. http://www.rmhiherbal.org/

3 Treasures Teas: Chinese Herbal Medicine Extracts Created by Dr. James Zhou, OMD. Chinese herbal medicine education and information along with extensive product list addressing wide range of conditions with well referenced explanations of the herbal formulas and their medical application. http://members.aol.com/greenmagik/tealine.htm

Conquering Chronic Diseases Without Drugs or Surgery Articles by Julia Chang, M.Sc. Text on Chinese and Western approaches in gallstone removal, gallbladder problems, liver diseases and woman health problems such as estrogen dominance and endometriosis. Prime Herbs products for sale. http://www.sensiblehealth.com

Medicinal Herbs in Chinese Medicine Article by Micki Iborra from InnerSelf Magazine. Herbology and Herbal medicines evolved as healing art in China through observation and use. This knowledge was compiled and passed down for refinement through the centuries. Herbs, in accord with the view of Chinese Medicine, are classified according to their energetic qualities, temperature, taste, direction and functions. http://www.innerself.com/Magazine/Herbs/Medicinal_Herbs_In_Chinese_Medicine.htm

Health A to Z: The Source For Health and Medicine Portal site presents introductory level to Alternative Medicine and Chinese Medicine from Western doctors' point of view. Search engine is useful for the links it provides regarding aspects Acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and Wellness Centers. http://www.healthatoz.com/

Chinese Medicine and Cancer Article by Richard Walters. Describes Chinese medicine's role in the treatment of cancer presenting its foundation, how it works, evidence of its effectiveness and what one can expect during treatment. Focuses on the "the huge pharmacopia" of Chinese herbal medicine and the scientific basis for the role it can provide in collaboration with conventional cancer chemotherapy. http://www.healthy.net/library/books/options/chinese.htm

Chinese Herb Academy Voluntary organization of licensed healthcare practitioners, matriculated students and postgraduate academics specializing in Chinese Herbal Medicine. http://www.chineseherbacademy.org

Phytotherapy Aids in Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Herb Research Foundation article describes results of study showing the use of herbs which aided the symptoms of pharmaceutical drug withdrawal such as irritability, insomnia, gastrointestinal disturbance and headache while relieving anxiety, panic and depression. Among the herbs were the Chinese medicinal herbs, Wu Wei Zi, (Schizandra) and Huang Qin (Scutellaria). http://www.herbs.org/current/phytbenzo.html

ITM Online Institute for Traditional Medicine A research, education, and information center for Chinese, Oriental, Tibetan, and Aruyvedic medicines. ITM emphasizes traditional Chinese medicine's use of Chinese Herbal Medicine in the prevention and treatment of illness as well as supporting fundamental well being. National practitioner referrals available. http://www.itmonline.org

Chinese Medicine in the Treatment of Estrogen Dependent Tumors Article by Subhuti Dharmanada, PhD. Investigates the current concerns and uses of Chinese herbal medicine and plant estrogens in breast cancer, women's health, and medical research. Downloads in PDF format. http://www.itmonline.org/arts/estdep.htm

Ganoderma Lucidum The site contains information about Ganoderma Lucidum. Also records of patients from Surat and Chennai along with results. http://www.geocities.com/marvellousingest

Traditional Chinese Medicine Information about Dr. Zhengqi Lou and details about a Chinese remedy for the cure of facial paralysis. http://www.facesickness.com

Spanda Medical Company: Chinese Medicinal Herbs "Deeply committed to the practice of Chinese and Oriental Medicine" this company represents 20 manufacturers, many who are Chinese medical practitioners "rooted in their field and its practice in the West." Offering superior grade and thoroughly researched organic Oriental medical herbs, herbal formulas, extracts, linaments, teas, and other Chinese and Western herbal products. There are educational articles wriiten by/for practitioners on a variety of issues in Chinese medicine. Full descriptions of herbal products are given. Wholesale/retail to professionals only. http://spanda.com

Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture in Canada Traditional Chinese Medicine around the world. Articles on Chinese herbs and disorders treated with Chinese herbal medicine. Resources for patients, practitioners and students of Chinese Medicine. http://www.medicinechinese.com

National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) National Institutes of Health (NIH) resource site provides information, resources and free medline. Number of research links to universities investigating the use of Chinese Herbal medicine for treatment of addictions, aging, AIDS, asthma, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, immunological disease, pain,stroke and women's health. http://nccam.nih.gov/nccam

Oriental Medicine Provides information on oriental and Chinese medicine for professionals and consumer. Includes FAQ on herbs. http://www.orientalmedicine.com

RMHI: Chinese herbology, correct and incorrect ways of choosing herbs By Roger Wicke, Ph.D. How Chinese medical (TCM) herbalists achieve clinical results without side-effects by choosing herbal formulas for whole-body/mind/spirit symptom-sign patterns rather than for single symptoms. http://www.rmhiherbal.org/a/e.chooshrbs.html#practice differ

Herb Research Foundation Dedicated to researching and providing scientific and proven information on the safety and health benefits of botanicals throughout the world from multiple medical traditions, particularly Chinese herbal medicine. http://www.herbs.org

Sexual Hormones and Reproductive Imbalances Materia Medica Article by Christopher Hobbs. Addresses some important herbs for both men and women regarding hormonal and reproductive health concerns. The list of herbs describes their actions, uses, energetics, and includes a therapeutic index. http://www.healthy.net/library/articles/hobbs/sxmatmed.htm