Herbal Formulas for Endocrine Disorders |
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When used correctly, Chinese herbs can be effective in promoting healthy adrenal function and blood glucose levels and thyroid hormone imbalances. At the Lani’aina Wellness Center, high-quality extracts, available in powder and capsules, are combined into well-balanced formulas, tailored to fit the needs of each patient.
Some popular formulas, the conditions for which they are used and Western pharmaceutical formulas may be an alternative are as follows:
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Strengthens adrenal functions, for ‘burned-out’ individuals who have decreased mental and physical functions
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Diabetes mellitus |
Actos, Apidra, Avandia, Oripase/Tolbutamide, Glucotrol/Glipizide, Micronase/Glyburide, Glucophage/Metformin
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A comprehensive Kidney yang tonic formula to address various conditions due to Kidney yang deficiency |
Cialis, Levitra, Viagra, Yocon/Yohimbine |
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A comprehensive Kidney yin tonic formula to address various conditions due to Kidney yin deficiency |
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General endocrine imbalances |
Herpes drugs |
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Hyperthyroidism |
PTU, Tapazole |
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Hypothyroidism |
Armour Thyroid, Levoxy/Levothyroxine, Thyrolar/Liotrix, Synthroid
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