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Community Contributor - Cathy Margolin
Cathy Margolin
I'm a Licensed Acupupncturist in CA. and health advocate. I have a passion for Chinese herbal medicine and have traveled to China and Taiwan to research herb manufacturers. I currently maintain an Acupuncture practice in Los Angeles. I am President & owner of PAC Herbs.
Masters of Traditional Oriental Medicine Emperors College
Licensed Acupuncturist California
Diplomat of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine - National Certification Commission
Married 23 years - two teen daughters
Health Advocate for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Avid sports enthusiast, Love hiking, biking, yoga, tennis, skiing and Tai Qi.
My favorite hobbyies: reading herb books and making custom Chinese herbal formulas from granules, watching my kids play sports and chilling with my dogs and husband.
Articles
4 Reasons Why You Can't Sleep
Insomnia, whether for a prolonged time or a short duration is a dreaded cycle that can drive us to the brink of insanity. There nothing worse...
Chinese Herbs That Can Be Used to Stop Painful Menstrual Cramps
Having to suffer through painful menstrual cramps each month can be overwhelming. Although taking over-the-counter painkillers such as Advil may...
Different Choices For Taking Chinese Herbs
Taking Chinese herbs in capsular form may be the easiest way to take a Chinese herb supplement, but there are other, more efficient modalities out...
Factors to Consider When Deciding On a Chinese Herbs Supplier
Ensuring the safety of the herbal products you purchase should be your first priority. There are a few different indicators that you can use to...
Filler & Supplements, how much is in your Chinese herb products
Currently, FDA labeling requirements for dietary supplements do not require the manufacturer to list the amount of excipients or filler added to...
Multiple Variables to Consider When Cooking Chinese Herbs at Home
Cooking raw Chinese herbs at home might sound easy, but there are several advantages to buying a prepared product from a professional manufacturer.
Stopping Painful PMS With Chinese Herbs
Painful PMS is the result of a body out of balance. Traditional Chinese Medicine takes the holistic approach of treating the whole body to regain...
Successfully Combating Insomnia Using Chinese Herbs
In modern society, sleep is often sacrificed to work or studying. Chinese herbs can help restore your sleep cycle to a more natural and healthier...
Surprising Beneficial Effects of the Dandelion Plant
Dandelion plants are typically viewed as obnoxious weeds. However, Western science has recently begun to uncover the beneficial effects this herb...
Swine Flu Cured Using Chinese Herbs
Just a few days ago, a hospital in China published an article stating that a combination of four different herbs was able to successfully treat...
The Multiple Benefits of Consuming Reasonable Amounts of Coffee
Coffee may not have the best reputation these days, but the benefits of drinking a reasonable amount of coffee on a daily basis are starting to...
The Pros and Cons of Using Excipients in Chinese Herbal Products
Excipients, or inert substancecs used as filler, can be useful. However, finding out how much filler an herbal product contains can be difficult,...
Using Frankincense and Myrrh To Stop Painful Menstrual Cramps
The medicinal properties of frankincense and myrrh were first documented when these herbs arrived in China around 400 AD. Since then, modern...
Valerian and Hops: Natural Herbal Products That Can Improve Sleep
Valerian and hops are herbs that have been well studied and found to improve the overall quality of sleep. However, it can be difficult to find...