Herbal Medicine Guide
Questions & Answers
Practical guidance on how to take granulated herbs and herbal pills, what to avoid, and how to support your treatment through food, rest, and daily habits.
Before You Start
Please follow your practitioner’s instructions. If you feel unwell, stop taking the herbs and seek medical advice when needed.
Foods to Avoid While Taking Herbs
These foods may be unsuitable during herbal treatment depending on your condition and prescription.
Raw or cold foods (general category)
- Raw or cold foods
- Fermented glutinous rice
- Pickles
- Persimmon
Fried & Spicy
- Fried foods
- Spicy foods
- Chili
Poultry
- Chicken head
- Goose meat
Seafood
- Shrimp
- Crab
- Hairtail
- Yellow croaker
- Pomfret
- Shellfish
Red Meats & Exotic Meats
- Lamb
- Beef, especially for skin conditions
- Pig head meat
Certain Vegetables & Herbs
- Taro
- Chinese chives
- Mustard greens
- Bamboo shoots
- Eggplant
Tropical & Hot-Natured Fruits
- Apricots
- Durian
- Pineapple
- Mango
- Bayberry
- Lychee
Alcohol
- Alcoholic drinks
Rest, Lifestyle & Emotional Wellbeing
Herbal treatment works best when supported by steady routines, adequate rest, and calm daily habits.
Rest & Lifestyle
Balance work and rest, avoid overworking, keep warm after sweating, and avoid smoking.
Emotional Wellbeing
Maintain a positive mood, stay calm and relaxed, and avoid anger and stress where possible.