Posted by Hombre on November 3, 2010, at 0:01:58
In reply to Re: maximize supplements, lower meds?, posted by Christ_empowered on November 2, 2010, at 22:05:05
Hmmm...thinking about the herbalist I saw made me remember something. He was from China, and had taught at a medical college. His English was OK at best, but we developed a good relationship. He'd listen to me talk for an hour and then would package up my herbs for the week. He never used a scale, just eyeballed everthing from his years of experience. He was widely considered to be one of the best around by all sorts of massage therapists and alternative healers in my Tai Chi class.
One advice he gave me, which I stubbornly ignored due to my 100% commitment to being a "tai chi" guy, was just to get more exercise. To run, lift weights. He said he lifted weights at the Y several times a week.
I expressed an interest in learning Chinese medicine, and he seemed to think it'd be a good idea. I didn't have the resources, however, so I let that dream go, but lately I can't stop reading about herbs!
I'd like to visit him again, I think he'd be interested to know that I've picked up a little Chinese and have used herbs to good effect. I'd also like him to see me in a better state of health. I think he really cared about me and wanted to help me. A really good man.
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