The Beginnings of Traditional Chinese Medicine:
Mixing Together Natural Remedies
Alternative medicine and holistic healing are based off of concepts and philosophies of an ancient science. At the root of many holistic practices are the philosophies and ideals that come from Chinese medicine. From
the beginnings of this practice has been a growth in natural methods to help promote healing and balance.
The beginnings of Chinese medicine as a practice come from the year 800 BC. Even though this practice began before this, it was only recorded beginning in this year through a book known as the “Huang Di Nei Jengâ€
or “The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Internal Medicine.†The methods that were used in this book were based around the herbal remedies that were most significant in helping with holistic healing.