Guest guest Posted February 23, 2000 Report Share Posted February 23, 2000 Will- Your piece won't go through as an attachment. Could you include it in your text letter so the rest of us can read it? I'm very interested in the topic as well. Karen Vaughan CreationsGarden *************************************** Email advice is not a substitute for medical treatment. " If you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain. " --Dolly Parton ______________ YOU'RE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE INTERNET! Juno now offers FREE Internet Access! Try it today - there's no risk! For your FREE software, visit: http://dl.www.juno.com/get/tagj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 23, 2000 Report Share Posted February 23, 2000 Here is a copy for anyone having difficulty with the attachment........Will Oleation Therapy and William R. Morris, O.M.D. © 1999 Oleation therapy is the use of oils for the treatment of various conditions. These oils are derived from animal fats such as butter or animal tissues such as fish or snake oils. Plant sources include nuts, seeds, beans and oily vegetables. The use of oils in treatment of disease is apparent within all indigenous cultures. Arthritis treatment is greatly enhanced by oleation therapy when called for such as a thin person with dry skin. Oils in general tend to be sweet and bland in taste and have a warming quality. They tend to reduce the pathogenesis of dryness and wind. They increase dampness, phlegm and heat. The heating quality is increased by use in cooking. Oleation therapy is contraindicated for damp heat and blood heat conditions with symptoms such as: red or oozing skin conditions and severe pain with palpation. Topical oils have increased efficacy when aromatics such as camphor or borneol are combined. The aromatic quality increases the transport of the herbal constituents across the skin barrier. Lipids are divided into three major classes: triglycerides, phospholipids (lecithin), and cholesterol lipids. Lipids are a vital component of nutrition and perform necessary functions: basic component of cell membrane, cell metabolism, enzyme reactions, synthesis and utilization of sterol hormones and hormone-like prostaglandin’s, carrier for fat soluble vitamins A, D, E and K, memory and nervous system function. All fats and oils are a combination of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids. Fats are classified by the fatty acid structure of the major constituent oil. Saturated fats are derived from animal products and are solid at room temperature (butter, lard). The fatty acid chain contains no double bonds all the bonds are " saturated " by hydrogen atoms. Polyunsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature. They are derived from plant sources. The fatty acid chain contains two or more double bonds and therefore is more easily oxidized by light, heat and air to become rancid. These lipids lower total serum cholesterol by lowering both HDL and LDL. Monounsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature. They are derived from plant sources. The fatty acid chain contains only one double bond; therefore are more resistant to oxidation lowers total serum cholesterol by lowering LDL and leaving HDL levels unchanged Essential fatty acids/omega 6: Omega 6: linoleic acid (LA) and gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) promote the production of the Series-1 prostaglandins which have been experimentally shown to be anti-inflammatory and anti-atherogenic. Sources: Linoleic acid (LA): vegetable, nut and seed oils: corn, safflower, soy, canola, sunflower gamma-linolenic acid (GLA): breast milk, evening primrose oil (EPO), black currant oil, and borage oil Therapeutics: Autoimmune conditions: rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosis, scleroderma, multiple sclerosis asthma, hayfever, hives, and hypertension. Essential fatty acids/omega 3: Omega 3: eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) promote the production of the series 3 prostaglandins which have been experimentally shown to be anti-inflammatory and anti-atherogenic; eicosapentaenoic acid has also been shown to inhibit lipoxygenase activity and therefore decrease levels of the series-4 leukotrienes. Sources: Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA): cold water fish (salmon, herring, mackerel, sardines); cod liver oil (caution: can develop vitamin A toxicity if using a product with vitamin A) Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA): flaxseed (linseed) oil, soy oil, chloroplasts therapeutics: cardiovascular disease, hypercholesterolemia hypertriglyceridemia, hypertension, autoimmune conditions: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosis, scleroderma, multiple sclerosis, migraine headaches, diabetes mellitus, asthma, allergies, premenstrual syndrome. Almond oil: Sweet, slightly bitter and warm. Enters the lung and kidney. Reduces dryness, wind and cold. Moistens the lungs and expectorates. Nourishes Jing, benefits the marrow. Use for wasting diseases of the lung and kidney. Sooths skin and muscles. Increases heat and damp. Avocado oil: Sweet and astringent. Enters the liver. Reduces dryness, wind and cold. Increases damp and phlegm. Canola oil: Sweet and bland. Reduces phlegm, damp, and heat. Increases dryness. Avoid in deficiency conditions. Castor oil: flaxseed oil: cardiovascular disease prevention: hypertension, atherosclerosis, strokes, hypercholersterolemia; autoimmune conditions: multiple sclerosis, lupus, scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis; used in impotence and glandular problems; asthma, migraine headaches Castor oil pack 1. fold flannel into three thicknesses 2. cut piece of plastic larger than flannel 3. soak flannel in warm oil 4. place flannel over abdomen or lower if indicated, then place plastic over this 5. leave in place from 30 min. to 2 hr. 6. rest 7. oil may be washed with baking soda pesticides, which are very fat-soluble, tend to be concentrated in oil products; therefore it is a good idea to buy organic oils whenever possible. Oils especially high in pesticide residue: soy, corn, cottonseed, and canola oil. store oils in refrigerator, tightly capped away from light buy oils in small quantities and use before they become rancid mustard plaster 1. mix dry mustard with egg white or one tablespoon vegetable oil until it is strong enough for fumes to burn eyes 2. wring out washcloth in warm water and apply mustard preparation over a quarter of the washcloth 3. fold washcloth in quarters so that mustard is on the inside 4. apply washcloth over umbilicus so that there is only one layer of the washcloth between mustard and skin, then cover with wool 5. leave it in place until the skin turns pink and becomes sweaty under the compress, usually 5 to 7 min. 6. carefully time length of application 7. apply cold compress over the umbilicus for exactly the same length of time 8. repeat 5 and 7 twice more contraindications: organic gastrointestinal diseases or cramping notes: 1. this treatment can be altered for chest complaints by using a larger cloth to cover chest 2. above treatment is especially effective for acute nausea and vomiting with dry heaves [This message contained attachments] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 23, 2000 Report Share Posted February 23, 2000 Thank you Will for this info it is really helpfull i as well have been looking for the info on external use of herbs but not much is available. respectfully Alighta Averbukh - Will <will <JEChaffee; < > Wednesday, February 23, 2000 08:25 PM External Herbs Will <will Here is a copy for anyone having difficulty with the attachment........Will Oleation Therapy and William R. Morris, O.M.D. © 1999 Oleation therapy is the use of oils for the treatment of various conditions. These oils are derived from animal fats such as butter or animal tissues such as fish or snake oils. Plant sources include nuts, seeds, beans and oily vegetables. The use of oils in treatment of disease is apparent within all indigenous cultures. Arthritis treatment is greatly enhanced by oleation therapy when called for such as a thin person with dry skin. Oils in general tend to be sweet and bland in taste and have a warming quality. They tend to reduce the pathogenesis of dryness and wind. They increase dampness, phlegm and heat. The heating quality is increased by use in cooking. Oleation therapy is contraindicated for damp heat and blood heat conditions with symptoms such as: red or oozing skin conditions and severe pain with palpation. Topical oils have increased efficacy when aromatics such as camphor or borneol are combined. The aromatic quality increases the transport of the herbal constituents across the skin barrier. Lipids are divided into three major classes: triglycerides, phospholipids (lecithin), and cholesterol lipids. Lipids are a vital component of nutrition and perform necessary functions: basic component of cell membrane, cell metabolism, enzyme reactions, synthesis and utilization of sterol hormones and hormone-like prostaglandin's, carrier for fat soluble vitamins A, D, E and K, memory and nervous system function. All fats and oils are a combination of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids. Fats are classified by the fatty acid structure of the major constituent oil. Saturated fats are derived from animal products and are solid at room temperature (butter, lard). The fatty acid chain contains no double bonds all the bonds are " saturated " by hydrogen atoms. Polyunsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature. They are derived from plant sources. The fatty acid chain contains two or more double bonds and therefore is more easily oxidized by light, heat and air to become rancid. These lipids lower total serum cholesterol by lowering both HDL and LDL. Monounsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature. They are derived from plant sources. The fatty acid chain contains only one double bond; therefore are more resistant to oxidation lowers total serum cholesterol by lowering LDL and leaving HDL levels unchanged Essential fatty acids/omega 6: Omega 6: linoleic acid (LA) and gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) promote the production of the Series-1 prostaglandins which have been experimentally shown to be anti-inflammatory and anti-atherogenic. Sources: Linoleic acid (LA): vegetable, nut and seed oils: corn, safflower, soy, canola, sunflower gamma-linolenic acid (GLA): breast milk, evening primrose oil (EPO), black currant oil, and borage oil Therapeutics: Autoimmune conditions: rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosis, scleroderma, multiple sclerosis asthma, hayfever, hives, and hypertension. Essential fatty acids/omega 3: Omega 3: eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) promote the production of the series 3 prostaglandins which have been experimentally shown to be anti-inflammatory and anti-atherogenic; eicosapentaenoic acid has also been shown to inhibit lipoxygenase activity and therefore decrease levels of the series-4 leukotrienes. Sources: Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA): cold water fish (salmon, herring, mackerel, sardines); cod liver oil (caution: can develop vitamin A toxicity if using a product with vitamin A) Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA): flaxseed (linseed) oil, soy oil, chloroplasts therapeutics: cardiovascular disease, hypercholesterolemia hypertriglyceridemia, hypertension, autoimmune conditions: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosis, scleroderma, multiple sclerosis, migraine headaches, diabetes mellitus, asthma, allergies, premenstrual syndrome. Almond oil: Sweet, slightly bitter and warm. Enters the lung and kidney. Reduces dryness, wind and cold. Moistens the lungs and expectorates. Nourishes Jing, benefits the marrow. Use for wasting diseases of the lung and kidney. Sooths skin and muscles. Increases heat and damp. Avocado oil: Sweet and astringent. Enters the liver. Reduces dryness, wind and cold. Increases damp and phlegm. Canola oil: Sweet and bland. Reduces phlegm, damp, and heat. Increases dryness. Avoid in deficiency conditions. Castor oil: flaxseed oil: cardiovascular disease prevention: hypertension, atherosclerosis, strokes, hypercholersterolemia; autoimmune conditions: multiple sclerosis, lupus, scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis; used in impotence and glandular problems; asthma, migraine headaches Castor oil pack 1. fold flannel into three thicknesses 2. cut piece of plastic larger than flannel 3. soak flannel in warm oil 4. place flannel over abdomen or lower if indicated, then place plastic over this 5. leave in place from 30 min. to 2 hr. 6. rest 7. oil may be washed with baking soda pesticides, which are very fat-soluble, tend to be concentrated in oil products; therefore it is a good idea to buy organic oils whenever possible. Oils especially high in pesticide residue: soy, corn, cottonseed, and canola oil. store oils in refrigerator, tightly capped away from light buy oils in small quantities and use before they become rancid mustard plaster 1. mix dry mustard with egg white or one tablespoon vegetable oil until it is strong enough for fumes to burn eyes 2. wring out washcloth in warm water and apply mustard preparation over a quarter of the washcloth 3. fold washcloth in quarters so that mustard is on the inside 4. apply washcloth over umbilicus so that there is only one layer of the washcloth between mustard and skin, then cover with wool 5. leave it in place until the skin turns pink and becomes sweaty under the compress, usually 5 to 7 min. 6. carefully time length of application 7. apply cold compress over the umbilicus for exactly the same length of time 8. repeat 5 and 7 twice more contraindications: organic gastrointestinal diseases or cramping notes: 1. this treatment can be altered for chest complaints by using a larger cloth to cover chest 2. above treatment is especially effective for acute nausea and vomiting with dry heaves ------ Show your style! 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Guest guest Posted February 23, 2000 Report Share Posted February 23, 2000 Will, Thanks for sending this along. . . .it looks great! >Will <will > >Here is a copy for anyone having difficulty with the >attachment........Will > >Oleation Therapy and >William R. Morris, O.M.D. © 1999 > >Oleation therapy is the use of oils for the treatment of various >conditions. These oils are derived from animal fats such as butter or >animal tissues such as fish or snake oils. Plant sources include nuts, >seeds, beans and oily vegetables. > >The use of oils in treatment of disease is apparent within all >indigenous cultures. Arthritis treatment is greatly enhanced by oleation >therapy when called for such as a thin person with dry skin. > >Oils in general tend to be sweet and bland in taste and have a warming >quality. They tend to reduce the pathogenesis of dryness and wind. They >increase dampness, phlegm and heat. The heating quality is increased by >use in cooking. > >Oleation therapy is contraindicated for damp heat and blood heat >conditions with symptoms such as: red or oozing skin conditions and >severe pain with palpation. > >Topical oils have increased efficacy when aromatics such as camphor or >borneol are combined. The aromatic quality increases the transport of >the herbal constituents across the skin barrier. > >Lipids are divided into three major classes: triglycerides, >phospholipids (lecithin), and cholesterol lipids. Lipids are a vital >component of nutrition and perform necessary functions: basic component >of cell membrane, cell metabolism, enzyme reactions, synthesis and >utilization of sterol hormones and hormone-like prostaglandin’s, carrier >for fat soluble vitamins A, D, E and K, memory and nervous system >function. All fats and oils are a combination of saturated and >unsaturated fatty acids. Fats are classified by the fatty acid structure >of the major constituent oil. > >Saturated fats are derived from animal products and are solid at room >temperature (butter, lard). The fatty acid chain contains no double >bonds all the bonds are " saturated " by hydrogen atoms. > >Polyunsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature. They are >derived from plant sources. The fatty acid chain contains two or more >double bonds and therefore is more easily oxidized by light, heat and >air to become rancid. These lipids lower total serum cholesterol by >lowering both HDL and LDL. > >Monounsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature. They are >derived from plant sources. The fatty acid chain contains only one >double bond; therefore are more resistant to oxidation >lowers total serum cholesterol by lowering LDL and leaving HDL levels >unchanged > >Essential fatty acids/omega 6: > > Omega 6: linoleic acid (LA) and gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) promote the >production of the Series-1 prostaglandins which have been experimentally >shown to be anti-inflammatory and anti-atherogenic. > >Sources: >Linoleic acid (LA): vegetable, nut and seed oils: corn, safflower, soy, >canola, sunflower >gamma-linolenic acid (GLA): breast milk, evening primrose oil (EPO), >black currant oil, and borage oil > >Therapeutics: >Autoimmune conditions: rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus >erythematosis, scleroderma, multiple sclerosis asthma, hayfever, hives, >and hypertension. > >Essential fatty acids/omega 3: > >Omega 3: eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and >alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) promote the production of the series 3 >prostaglandins which have been experimentally shown to be >anti-inflammatory and anti-atherogenic; eicosapentaenoic acid has also >been shown to inhibit lipoxygenase activity and therefore decrease >levels of the series-4 leukotrienes. > >Sources: >Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA): cold water >fish (salmon, herring, mackerel, sardines); cod liver oil (caution: can >develop vitamin A toxicity if using a product with vitamin A) >Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA): flaxseed (linseed) oil, soy oil, >chloroplasts > >therapeutics: cardiovascular disease, hypercholesterolemia >hypertriglyceridemia, hypertension, autoimmune conditions: >osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosis, >scleroderma, multiple sclerosis, migraine headaches, diabetes mellitus, >asthma, allergies, premenstrual syndrome. > >Almond oil: Sweet, slightly bitter and warm. Enters the lung and kidney. >Reduces dryness, wind and cold. Moistens the lungs and expectorates. >Nourishes Jing, benefits the marrow. Use for wasting diseases of the >lung and kidney. Sooths skin and muscles. Increases heat and damp. > >Avocado oil: Sweet and astringent. Enters the liver. Reduces dryness, >wind and cold. Increases damp and phlegm. > >Canola oil: Sweet and bland. Reduces phlegm, damp, and heat. Increases >dryness. Avoid in deficiency conditions. > >Castor oil: > > flaxseed oil: cardiovascular disease prevention: hypertension, >atherosclerosis, strokes, hypercholersterolemia; autoimmune conditions: >multiple sclerosis, lupus, scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis; used in >impotence and glandular problems; asthma, migraine headaches > >Castor oil pack > >1. fold flannel into three thicknesses >2. cut piece of plastic larger than flannel >3. soak flannel in warm oil >4. place flannel over abdomen or lower if indicated, then place plastic >over this >5. leave in place from 30 min. to 2 hr. >6. rest >7. oil may be washed with baking soda > >pesticides, which are very fat-soluble, tend to be concentrated in oil >products; therefore it is a good idea to buy organic oils whenever >possible. Oils especially high in pesticide residue: soy, corn, >cottonseed, and canola oil. store oils in refrigerator, tightly capped >away from light buy oils in small quantities and use before they become >rancid > >mustard plaster > >1. mix dry mustard with egg white or one tablespoon vegetable oil until >it is strong enough for fumes to burn eyes >2. wring out washcloth in warm water and apply mustard preparation over >a quarter of the washcloth >3. fold washcloth in quarters so that mustard is on the inside >4. apply washcloth over umbilicus so that there is only one layer of the >washcloth between mustard and skin, then cover with wool >5. leave it in place until the skin turns pink and becomes sweaty under >the compress, usually 5 to 7 min. >6. carefully time length of application >7. apply cold compress over the umbilicus for exactly the same length of >time >8. repeat 5 and 7 twice more > >contraindications: >organic gastrointestinal diseases or cramping > >notes: >1. this treatment can be altered for chest complaints by using a larger >cloth to cover chest >2. above treatment is especially effective for acute nausea and vomiting >with dry heaves > > > > >------ >Show your style! 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Guest guest Posted February 23, 2000 Report Share Posted February 23, 2000 Thank you Will, the information is very helpful. If anyone else knows or has anything to share about topical herbalism, it is all very helpful for me. Even directions towards resources. Peter P.S. Will, I assume that is crushed-up Bai Jie Zi that one would use for the mustard plaster, correct? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 24, 2000 Report Share Posted February 24, 2000 > Will, > I assume that is crushed-up Bai Jie Zi that one would use for the mustard > plaster, correct? Yes sir. > > ------ > Get what you deserve with NextCard Visa! Rates as low as 2.9% > Intro or 9.9% Fixed APR, online balance transfers, Rewards Points, > no hidden fees, and much more! Get NextCard today and get the > credit youdeserve! Apply now! Get your NextCard Visa at: > http://click./1/912/4/_/_/_/951380753/ > ------ > > Chronic Diseases Heal - Chinese Herbs Can Help [This message contained attachments] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 27, 2000 Report Share Posted February 27, 2000 This is a step removed from poulticing and other external treatments, but i thought it might be of interest. I just took an excellent seminar with Jeffrey Yuen on the external application of essential oils to acupoints. His information nicely bridges Chinese herbalism and point theory. So far as I know the research is primarily his own, based upon 20years of practice. He analyzes essential oils in terms of traditional medicinal categories (and has a Chinese medical EO materia medica currently in publication.) Blends are made according to TCM formula structure with a chief oil, associate, envoy and a mid-note harmonizer. Sharp oils are balanced with softer oils. For example middle note essential oils like corriander, anise, fennel, ginger, garlic and basil, which tend to last around 6 hours, serve metabolic functions, affect ying qi and digestion. They harmonize the ST/SP, work on nausea, vomiting, epigastric distention, flatulence. Base note oils which take 2-3 days to evaporate include sandalwood, myrrh, ylang ylang, jasmine, narcissus, vanilla, camphor, cedar and styrax, affect the yuan qi, are steroidal or steroid-like and tend to be grounding. Top note oils tend to evaporate rapidly and are more yang. They include lavender, evergreen oils, citrus oils, basil and rosemary (the most yang EO) . These are used in acute conditions and must be reapplied every 2-3 hours. Rosemary, for example, would be used on GV4 for impotence, but is contraindicated for patients with hypertension or rising liver yang. It regulates constrained liver qi by dispersing. Terebinth, another example, is extracted from the sap of the pine and helps move wind. It is a good associate oil for wind cold, damp or heat and works well on wei qi. It will promote healing crises if one is not sick. It tends to be effective on wind points: GB20, BL12, GV16, GB31, SI12 and SJ17. Pine oil which tonifies lung qi might be the chief in a formula with terebinth as deputy, with frankincense as a harmonizer, fixative and expectorant. This would be used for a chronic wind condition with lung qi deficiencies. The intensity of aroma determines whether the aroma affects shen (strong intensity) or invigorates blood (weaker intensity). Mid level intensity breaks stagnation. Carrier oils affecting the wei level include sweet almond, grapeseed, canola and peach kernal. Ying level carrier oils include olive oil, avocado, green oils, St. John's wort oil infused in oilve oil, and tend to affect the blood. Safflower oil invigorates the Blood, but goes rancid rapidly. Yuan level carriers include cold-processed sesame oil, jojoba oil, walnut and hazelnut oil. Yuen tends to apply the 2% oil blends on points during treatment after the needles are in place, around the base of the needles. For bi conditions and general systemic treatment he will massage the oils into the affected areas. Spice oils can irritate mucous membranes and the skin so are generally applied to the sole of the feet. Karen Vaughan CreationsGarden *************************************** Email advice is not a substitute for medical treatment. " To give pleasure to a single heart, by a single act, is better than a thousand heads bowing in prayer. " M. Ghandi ______________ YOU'RE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE INTERNET! Juno now offers FREE Internet Access! Try it today - there's no risk! For your FREE software, visit: http://dl.www.juno.com/get/tagj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 27, 2000 Report Share Posted February 27, 2000 All I can say about this. . . . . Is that I am a big fan of Jeffrey Yuen, I think he is a genius. I can't wait to see the book. . . .when is it coming out? If practitioners want to be creative with the Chinese medical tradition, this is the way to do it. . . . .but I WOULD like to see clinical trials done. . . Thank you Karen. . . .for reminding me about the four-fold structure of Chinese herbal prescriptions when applying medicinal substances from outside the tradition. . . .a great inspiration. >Karen S Vaughan <creationsgarden > >This is a step removed from poulticing and other external treatments, but >i thought it might be of interest. > >I just took an excellent seminar with Jeffrey Yuen on the external >application of essential oils to acupoints. His information nicely >bridges Chinese herbalism and point theory. So far as I know the >research is primarily his own, based upon 20years of practice. He >analyzes essential oils in terms of traditional medicinal categories (and >has a Chinese medical EO materia medica currently in publication.) >Blends are made according to TCM formula structure with a chief oil, >associate, envoy and a mid-note harmonizer. Sharp oils are balanced >with softer oils. > >For example middle note essential oils like corriander, anise, fennel, >ginger, garlic and basil, which tend to last around 6 hours, serve >metabolic functions, affect ying qi and digestion. They harmonize the >ST/SP, work on nausea, vomiting, epigastric distention, flatulence. > >Base note oils which take 2-3 days to evaporate include sandalwood, >myrrh, ylang ylang, jasmine, narcissus, vanilla, camphor, cedar and >styrax, affect the yuan qi, are steroidal or steroid-like and tend to be >grounding. > >Top note oils tend to evaporate rapidly and are more yang. They include >lavender, evergreen oils, citrus oils, basil and rosemary (the most yang >EO) . These are used in acute conditions and must be reapplied every 2-3 >hours. Rosemary, for example, would be used on GV4 for impotence, but >is contraindicated for patients with hypertension or rising liver yang. >It regulates constrained liver qi by dispersing. > >Terebinth, another example, is extracted from the sap of the pine and >helps move wind. It is a good associate oil for wind cold, damp or heat >and works well on wei qi. It will promote healing crises if one is not >sick. It tends to be effective on wind points: GB20, BL12, GV16, GB31, >SI12 and SJ17. Pine oil which tonifies lung qi might be the chief in a >formula with terebinth as deputy, with frankincense as a harmonizer, >fixative and expectorant. This would be used for a chronic wind >condition with lung qi deficiencies. > >The intensity of aroma determines whether the aroma affects shen (strong >intensity) or invigorates blood (weaker intensity). Mid level intensity >breaks stagnation. > >Carrier oils affecting the wei level include sweet almond, grapeseed, >canola and peach kernal. Ying level carrier oils include olive oil, >avocado, green oils, St. John's wort oil infused in oilve oil, and tend >to affect the blood. Safflower oil invigorates the Blood, but goes >rancid rapidly. Yuan level carriers include cold-processed sesame oil, >jojoba oil, walnut and hazelnut oil. > >Yuen tends to apply the 2% oil blends on points during treatment after >the needles are in place, around the base of the needles. For bi >conditions and general systemic treatment he will massage the oils into >the affected areas. Spice oils can irritate mucous membranes and the >skin so are generally applied to the sole of the feet. > >Karen Vaughan >CreationsGarden >*************************************** >Email advice is not a substitute for medical treatment. > " To give pleasure to a single heart, by a single act, is better than a >thousand heads bowing in prayer. " M. Ghandi > >______________ >YOU'RE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE INTERNET! >Juno now offers FREE Internet Access! >Try it today - there's no risk! For your FREE software, visit: >http://dl.www.juno.com/get/tagj. > >------ >Why wait for a credit decision? Get one instantly! Apply for >the Capital One 9.9% Fixed APR Visa Platinum! >http://click./1/1895/4/_/542111/_/951715467/ >------ > >Chronic Diseases Heal - Chinese Herbs Can Help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 16, 2010 Report Share Posted May 16, 2010 ... Peter J Eschwey <Cloudgate If anyone else knows or has anything to share about topical herbalism, it is all very helpful for me.Even directions towards resources.. Peter, If this can help you, you can look at this EXHAUSTIVE reference on <External Therapy>: " LI YUE PIAN WEN " (1864)(printed in 1870) (aka " Waizhi yishuo " )* by Wu Shiji (1806-1886) (hao: Wu Shangxian) Explanation of the title: In this context, " Li " refers to " Yi " (Medicine) and " Yue " refers to " Yao " (Herbs). " Pian wen " refers to a literary style and R.H.Mathews (in his Chinese-english Dictionary -Harvard University Press-)translates " Pian wen " as " euphuistically antithetic style). Wu Shangxian has treated people by making his own (free!!)external cataplasms (tieyao) .He has even simplified his method by using only 20 formulas to treat any disease of Waike! (For Neike(internal medicine):94 - for Nuke (gyneco):13 - for Erke (pediatry):7) One said: " Before Wu Shangxian, cataplasms were only used to treat " Waike " ;and after Wu shangxian, cataplasms were also used to treat " Neike " . However,we can find in previous TCM Classics (Neijing-Nanjing-Jinguiyaolue-Yizong Jinjian,etc)numerous references on the use of External Therapy or poultices (gaoyao). Some authors compare the therapeutical effects of External Therapy to those obtained by Acupuncture (understood:from external part to internal region through channels network). To my knowledge,there is no translation of the " Liyue Pianwen " . If you can find someone educated in classical/modern Chinese willing to help, first he may give you an overview of this book and then you can choose to translate a selection of what it is most interesting to you. Philippe Riviere. * edited by <Renmin weisheng chubanshe chuban> 1984 edition annotated by Zhao Huixian # 14048.4446 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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