Question 1

What is the Tibetan Medical System?

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'Sowa Rigpa' or the Science of Healing is one of the world's oldest known medical traditions dating back to the 4th Century AD. It has a historical background of more than two thousand years old. It flourished in the land of snow, which is popularly known today as the Roof of the World — Tibet. Tibetan medicine is a centuries-old traditional system encompassing spiritual, medical science and social behaviour in the paradigm of holistic health. It is popularly believed that Tibetan Medical System is essentially a teaching of Buddha himself as part of the ways to liberate human beings from the vicious cycle of suffering. The Tibetan medical system is based upon a synthesis of Ayurveda, Unani, Greek, indigenous Tibetan, and Chinese medical systems. The Tibetan medical system is practised in T

Question 2

What is the philosophy behind Tibetan Medical System?

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The Tibetan medical system embraces the traditional Buddhist belief that all illness ultimately results from the "Three Poisons" of the mind: Ignorance, Attachment and Aversion. Therefore, the mind, body and spirit play a very crucial role in understanding and the treatment of diseases as a whole. Buddhist philosophy states that everything in the universe is in a constant state of flux — that all phenomena are characterised by impermanence, and that the only permanent feature is impermanence itself. As Buddha said, "No matter whether perfect beings arise or not, it remains a fact, and a hard necessity of existence, that all creations are transitory." It is this impermanence that causes each and every being to suffer at one stage or another. Suffering is thus not accidental but springs from

Question 3

How is the diagnosis done by a Tibetan Doctor?

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Diagnosis of a disease or imbalance is done through pulse reading or pulse assessment, one of the ancient and sophisticated methods of diagnosing. Pulse Diagnosis is an ancient science of assessing the status of a patient's body, mind and soul. The disease is also diagnosed through urinalysis and healthy interrogation and understanding of oneï¿½s dietary and lifestyle factors. The diagnosis helps to treat various ailments and to prevent their occurrence.

Question 4

What is Tibetan medicine most effective for?

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In addition to many common ailments, Tibetan Medicines also offers very effective treatment in controlling and even curing many major diseases like Asthma, Arthritis, Diabetes, Hypertension, Sinusitis, Eczema, Anxiety, General Cardio-Vascular, Liver and Kidney related-problems, Nervous Disorders, Gynecological problems, Gastro-Intestinal Disorders, Chronic Cold and Allergic problems, Psychosomatic problems, Heart-related issues, etc. The medicines also help in controlling primary cancer cases.

Question 5

Are there animal products or preservatives used in making Tibetan Medicines?

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No animal products; preservatives or any artificial flavours are used in the manufacturing of Tibetan medicines based on herbal formulas. And Tibetan medicines and incense are consecrated according to the Tibetan Buddhist tradition.

Question 6

Is there a suggested way to take Tibetan medicine?

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Some Tibetan medicinal pills are usually hard and bitter. These pills need to be crushed either with a Pill Crusher or by wrapping in clothe to crush to make powder. The powdered pills are with lukewarm water only to ensure digestion. If any meal is not taken, then the duration between the morning and noon pills should be 4-5 hours between noon and evening 7-8 hours. If it is not possible to take the evening pill half an hour after the meal, then one could do this also directly before going to bed. Please do not get confused between 'Boiled' water and 'Hot' water. If boiled water is not available, take crushed pills with light black tea or mineral water.

Question 7

Are there side effects for Tibetan medicines?

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The Tibetan medicines use a purely natural herbal recipe that goes down to treat the root of the problem. These medicines are very safe as they are prepared without adulteration and known to have no side effects.

Question 8

What is the legal status of Men-Tsee-Khang, the Tibetan Medical Centre?

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Men-Tsee-Khang is a charitable, cultural and educational institution of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, registered under the Indian Societies Registration Act of 1860 (No: 1290/79). It has an exemption under section 80G of the Income Tax Act 1961 (No.CIT/PTA/1 & 93-94/80-G/1813). The institution is registered under section 12A (a) of the Indian Income Tax Act 1961.

Question 9

What is the typical Tibetan Medicine treatment for Cancer?

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The real nature of Cancer is impure blood with infectious characteristics that create toxins in the body and results in tumours. Our typical treatment is three-pronged:

Reduction of tumour size with heat treatment and Golden Hammer Therapy.
Cleansing and detoxification of the body with Chelation Therapy.
Support with herbal medicine and Precious pills to cleanse toxic air, decrease de-oxygenated blood and increase oxygenated blood.
Tibetan medicine works best when there are no other intervening medicines. Efficacy is definitely reduced when it is combined with other treatments. So we advise patients to start our treatments after they have finished their chemotherapy. For example, a well-designed treatment strategy is more important than the strength or dosage of the medicines. Doctors try

Question 10

What dietary principles does Tibetan Medicine recommend for Cancer?

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In our system, diet is individualised. Five people can have same cancer but the diet for each may be totally different. This is because diet depends on body consultation and personality. In Ayurveda, this is referred to as "Dosha" and we call it "Rungshin". For example, people with high "pita" are recommended a diet that reduces "pita", while others with a non-inflamed 'cold' pulse' are prescribed a different diet. Whatever one's constitution, the aim of choosing the right diet is to build the right 'cosmophysical' energies in the body and achieve a dynamic equilibrium — this is health. In general, fruits, berries, pomegranate, lime and foods rich in beta carotene and active flavonoid are good. Fish, especially river and clear-water fish are good as they have Omega 3 fatty acids.

Question 11

Is your success rate better for some types of cancers than others?

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Our treatment is very successful with breast cancer, multiple myeloma (bone cancer), some forms of chronic blood cancers, chronic lymphoblastic leukaemia, lung cancer, ovarian cancer, colorectal cancer, thyroid cancer, and some types of brain cancer.

Question 12

How does Tibetan Medicine work at different stages of the Cancer journey?

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As with all diseases, the earlier the diagnosis and the earlier the treatment begins, the better. In case of recurrence, our medicines are known to work very well. However, in these situations, the second line of treatment is often required so the medicines are stronger. We can also effectively maintain and manage the disease. This is achieved not only through medicines but also through self-healing and visualisation techniques, pain management therapies, meridian massages with herbs, meditation and initiation into spiritual healing. In the final stage, we believe it is important to prepare the patient for their last journey into the next life. We encourage the dying to leave negative feelings behind and to die in peace. This is very important and Tibetan medicine has some powerful practic

Question 13

What is Friends of Tibet all about?

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Friends of Tibet is a people's movement to keep alive the issue of Tibet through direct action. Our activities are aimed at ending China's occupation of Tibet and the suffering of the Tibetan people. Friends of Tibet supports the continued struggle of the Tibetan people for independence. Friends of Tibet is also one of the principal organisers of World Tibet Day around the world.

Question 14

What is Friends of Tibet Foundation all about?

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Friends of Tibet Foundation, a Charitable Trust (Regn No: 126/IV/2021) is the philanthropic wing of Friends of Tibet, a non-profit organisation founded in 1999. The primary objective of the Foundation is to support the conservation and promotion of Tibet's tangible and intangible heritage including healing traditions. Friends of Tibet Foundation is also engaged in conducting research on the unique heritage, legacy and history of Tibet and publishing varied research papers with the collaboration of scholars, academicians, scientists, holistic health educationists and sociologists.

Question 15

How do I keep myself updated about the activities of Friends of Tibet?

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Here's the link-in-bio to keep you updated about the latest from Friends of Tibet and Friends of Tibet Foundation: https://linktr.ee/friendsoftibet

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