Are you taking herbal remedies? Then note this, don't take them with ice cold drinks!

That is the advise that we often hear from our parents when they served us herbal remedies. Following are some that I picked up from my Chinese Physician:

1) If you are already on western medicine, take them 1-2 hours after or before taking your herbal formula.
2) Avoid taking cold drinks.
3) Avoid taking spicy and oily food.

If you would like more useful information on this, then you ought to read the article, "How to take Chinese Herbs by Dr. Lingling Li, OMD & L. Ac.

I have also complied a write up on Understanding the Chinese Clock to indicate the best time to take your herbs to heal the organs that are affecting your health.