Two British women who took a Chinese herbal remedy for the common skin complaint eczema have both needed kidney transplants after suffering renal failure. One drank a prepared herbal tea.

True, many Chinese herbs contain amino acids, proteins, vitamins, antioxidants and other phytochemicals (plant-based nutrients) that Western medicine recognizes as helpful for the skin. There's ...

Chinese herbs are a popular alternative treatment ... Bai xian pin is regarded as one of the most effective heat-clearing herbs. Some animal studies suggest it can help reduce skin thickening ...

Traditional Chinese herbal remedies are widely available in the United Kingdom for the treatment of chronic skin disorders. Their benefits are considerable, but their use is completely unregulated.

Chinese herbs are a popular alternative treatment for psoriasis. While there is little scientific evidence to support their ...

By definition, dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin resulting from contact with a specific irritant. However, eczema occurs without contact and has more to do with internal factors than external ...