{"id":357,"date":"2026-03-05T06:42:19","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T06:42:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/acupuncturenutrition.com\/tcmfertilityperinatal\/?page_id=357"},"modified":"2026-03-05T07:32:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T07:32:12","slug":"personalized-fertility-support-5","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/acupuncturenutrition.com\/tcmfertilityperinatal\/personalized-fertility-support-5\/","title":{"rendered":"Chinese Herbal Medicine"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"357\" class=\"elementor elementor-357\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-797860b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"797860b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;shape_divider_bottom&quot;:&quot;curve&quot;,&quot;shape_divider_bottom_negative&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shape elementor-shape-bottom\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-negative=\"true\">\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 100\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\">\n\t<path class=\"elementor-shape-fill\" d=\"M500,97C126.7,96.3,0.8,19.8,0,0v100l1000,0V1C1000,19.4,873.3,97.8,500,97z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5443b5e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5443b5e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Chinese Herbal Medicine<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8045603 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"8045603\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ba6a59 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7ba6a59\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Chinese Herbal Medicine &amp; Fertility Support\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c70be2 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0c70be2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/acupuncturenutrition.com\/therapies\/chinese-herbal-medicine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chinese herbal medicine<\/a>\u00a0has a long, well-documented history of supporting reproductive health in both women and men. Classical medical texts dating back to the early third century form the foundation of many gynecological and fertility formulas still used today. The first known manuscript devoted entirely to gynecology and obstetrics,\u00a0<em>The Complete Book of Effective Prescriptions for Diseases of Women<\/em>, was published in China in 1237, reflecting centuries of focused clinical observation and refinement.<\/p><p class=\"\">The goal of Chinese herbal medicine is not to target fertility in isolation, but to support overall health and physiological balance. Herbal formulas are carefully designed to work with the body\u2019s natural regulatory systems\u2014often in coordination with acupuncture, nutrition, and lifestyle guidance\u2014to support hormonal balance, circulation, stress regulation, and metabolic health. When the body is better supported overall, fertility often improves.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-90f5776 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"90f5776\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c771160 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c771160\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What Does Modern Research Say About Chinese Herbs and Fertility?\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a47bf2 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a47bf2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Modern research has increasingly examined Chinese herbal medicine through a systems-based lens, reflecting its traditional use in clinical practice. Rather than isolating a single herb, studies often evaluate individualized or formula-based approaches combined with diagnostic assessment.<\/p><p>Several reviews and clinical studies suggest meaningful benefits. One systematic review found that a Chinese medicine systems approach that included herbal medicine was significantly more effective at producing live births than no treatment. Another analysis reported substantially higher pregnancy rates among individuals using Chinese herbal medicine over a four-month period compared to conventional fertility drug therapy or IVF alone.<\/p><p>One published review concluded:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8d9397f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"8d9397f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cead96a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"cead96a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b4fe275 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b4fe275\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\u201cOur review suggests that management of female infertility with Chinese herbal medicine can improve pregnancy rates two-fold within a four-month period compared with Western medical fertility drug therapy or IVF.\u201d<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22036524\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><em>Complementary Therapies in Medicine<\/em>, 2011; 19(6): 319\u2013331<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0df6942 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0df6942\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"\">While research continues to evolve, these findings support what has been observed clinically for generations: when herbal medicine is prescribed thoughtfully and individually, it can play a meaningful role in fertility care.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-487c831 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"487c831\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-02333b0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"02333b0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Chinese Herbal Medicine During Pregnancy\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3047430 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3047430\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"\">Chinese herbal medicine has also been used for centuries to support a healthy pregnancy when prescribed appropriately. In this context, the focus shifts from promoting conception to supporting maternal health, fetal development, and physiological stability.<\/p><p class=\"\">Herbal formulas during pregnancy are chosen with great care and are very different from those used prior to conception. They may be used to:<\/p><ul><li>Support maternal energy and blood levels<\/li><li>Ease digestive discomfort or fatigue<\/li><li>Support circulation and uterine stability<\/li><li>Complement acupuncture in cases of pregnancy-related discomfort<\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\">Not all herbs are appropriate during pregnancy, and herbal prescribing during this time requires specialized training and experience. When used correctly, herbal medicine can be a gentle and supportive adjunct to prenatal care.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-75d860a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"75d860a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aa09f7e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"aa09f7e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Herbal Support in the Postpartum Period\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-061e4a2 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"061e4a2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The postpartum period\u2014often referred to as the \u201cfourth trimester\u201d\u2014is another important window where Chinese herbal medicine can be especially beneficial. Traditionally, this time was recognized as critical for recovery, replenishment, and long-term health.<\/p><p>Postpartum herbal formulas may be used to:<\/p><ul><li>Rebuild energy and blood depleted by pregnancy and birth<\/li><li>Support emotional stability and nervous system recovery<\/li><li>Promote healthy lactation<\/li><li>Support uterine recovery and circulation<\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>Because postpartum recovery can influence a woman\u2019s health for years to come, herbal medicine is often used alongside acupuncture, massage, and nutrition to support healing and resilience during this demanding phase.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d04170c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d04170c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;shape_divider_top&quot;:&quot;zigzag&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div 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elementor-element-2447b79 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2447b79\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-74a1ba2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"74a1ba2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"238\" src=\"https:\/\/acupuncturenutrition.com\/tcmfertilityperinatal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-02-03-at-12.09.53-PM-300x238-1.avif\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-366\" alt=\"Individualized, Practical, and Safe Herbal Prescribing\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-67ea4b8 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"67ea4b8\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d84b2f5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d84b2f5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Individualized, Practical, and Safe Herbal Prescribing\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eabcac1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"eabcac1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Chinese herbal medicine is never one-size-fits-all. Formulas are selected and adjusted based on the individual\u2019s constitution, cycle patterns, symptoms, and overall health. This personalized approach is one reason herbal medicine is often used alongside acupuncture and functional nutrition rather than as a standalone therapy.<\/p><p>For convenience and comfort, herbs are commonly prescribed in capsule or granule form, eliminating unpleasant taste while maintaining therapeutic benefit.\u00a0 \u00a0Typically, a teaspoon or so of granule herbs is mixed with warm water and drunk 2-3 times per day.<\/p><p>All herbal medicines we use are sourced from certified\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/kpc.com\/certification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) laboratories.<\/a>\u00a0Concentrated 5:1 extracts are registered medicinal products in Taiwan and Japan. When raw herbs are prescribed, they are sourced from reputable suppliers such as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/springwind.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spring Wind<\/a>, with many herbs certified organic. Quality, purity, and safety are always prioritized.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b617401 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b617401\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6933deb elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6933deb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">A Thoughtful, Integrative Approach\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-07671ff elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"07671ff\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Chinese herbal medicine is most effective when used as part of a comprehensive, individualized care plan. Whether supporting fertility, pregnancy, or postpartum recovery, the goal is always the same: to help the body return to balance and function more smoothly.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re curious about whether herbal medicine may be appropriate for your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tcmfertilityperinatal.com\/fertility-acupuncture-support\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fertility<\/a>\u00a0journey,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tcmfertilityperinatal.com\/pregnancy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pregnancy<\/a>, or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tcmfertilityperinatal.com\/postpartum-massage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">postpartum<\/a>\u00a0care, we\u2019re happy to discuss options and answer questions in a way that feels clear, respectful, and supportive.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-53382c9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"53382c9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dda9b0f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"dda9b0f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Research &amp; Evidence Disclaimer\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8b12720 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8b12720\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Chinese herbal medicine is most effective when used as part of a comprehensive, individualized care plan. Whether supporting fertility, pregnancy, or postpartum recovery, the goal is always the same: to help the body return to balance and function more smoothly.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re curious about whether herbal medicine may be appropriate for your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tcmfertilityperinatal.com\/fertility-acupuncture-support\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fertility<\/a>\u00a0journey,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tcmfertilityperinatal.com\/pregnancy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pregnancy<\/a>, or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tcmfertilityperinatal.com\/postpartum-massage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">postpartum<\/a>\u00a0care, we\u2019re happy to discuss options and answer questions in a way that feels clear, respectful, and supportive.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fd44334 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"fd44334\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-75e869c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"75e869c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Research &amp; Evidence Disclaimer\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-00ef5d1 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"00ef5d1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><em>Research on acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine includes a wide range of study designs, treatment protocols, and patient populations. While many studies and historical sources suggest meaningful benefits, results can vary and research continues to evolve. Chinese medicine is traditionally practiced as an individualized, whole-systems approach, which can be difficult to evaluate using standardized clinical trial models. The information presented here is intended for educational purposes and is not a substitute for individualized medical evaluation or care. Treatment recommendations are always tailored to the individual and may be used alongside conventional medical care when appropriate.<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c342f5a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"c342f5a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a0645ba elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a0645ba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">References:<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ebf0a7e elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ebf0a7e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><div class=\"quote_text\">Ried K1, Stuart K.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/qxmd.com\/r\/22036524\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Efficacy of Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine in the management of female infertility: a systematic review.<\/a>\u00a0Complement Ther Med. 2011 Dec;19(6):319-31. PMID:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/qxmd.com\/r\/22036524\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">22036524<\/a>.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22036524\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">[PubMed]\u00a0<\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/qxmd.com\/r\/22036524\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">[Read by QxMD]<\/a><\/div><\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><div class=\"pmidcitationplus\"><div><div><div class=\"quote_text\">Hullender Rubin LE1, Opsahl MS2, Wiemer KE2, Mist SD3, Caughey AB3.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/qxmd.com\/r\/25911598\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Impact of whole systems traditional Chinese medicine on in-vitro fertilization outcomes.<\/a>\u00a0Reprod Biomed Online. 2015 Jun;30(6):602-12. PMID:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/qxmd.com\/r\/25911598\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">25911598<\/a>.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/25911598\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">[PubMed]\u00a0<\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/qxmd.com\/r\/25911598\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">[Read by QxMD]<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"sharedaddy sd-sharing-enabled\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chinese Herbal Medicine Chinese Herbal Medicine &amp; Fertility Support Chinese herbal medicine\u00a0has a long, well-documented history of supporting reproductive health in both women and men. Classical medical texts dating back to the early third century form the foundation of many gynecological and fertility formulas still used today. 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