The aim of Herbal Medicine is to help bring the individual back to a state of health & balance no matter what the illness. This is done by treating the underlying cause of any imbalance. The following list provides you with examples of conditions that Herbal Medicine can help treat, but is certainly not limited to these.
Medical Herbalists incorporate their knowledge of medicinal plants, diet, nutrition, lifestyle & constitutional assessment, along with their understanding of medical diagnosis & lab test results to provide a holistic treatment plan unique to each individual.
Some Herbalists may also include elements of traditional medical systems from around the world such as Ayurveda (India), Traditional Chinese Medicine (China), Humoral (Greek) Medicine, Unani Tibb (Greco-Arabic) Medicine.
Herbal Medicine is the therapeutic use of medicinal plants to support the body in its natural healing process. It is a holistic healing art form integrating all aspects of a person’s health (physical, mental, emotional, & spiritual) to provide treatment that is unique to each individual.
Herbal Medicine uses various parts of medicinal plants like the roots, leaves, stems, flowers, seeds, and tree barks. Some remedies use all parts of a plant so the entire energy of the plant is captured and passed on to the individual when consumed.
Medicinal herbs are consumed in 3 common ways: Tinctures, powders and teas. Tinctures are water & alcoholic based extracts. Powders are made from dried plant parts and teas can be infused from either the fresh or dried plant.
Herbal Medicine is an important part of our daily lives. A lot of us have forgotten that most remedies are available right at our fingertips. In fact, they grow all around us! The beautiful dandelions that most consider as weeds make incredible healing remedies. The pungent garlic that is added to pasta sauce is a natural antibiotic in its raw form.
Medical Herbalists
Conditions Treated
Digestive Complaints
Heartburn
Indigestion
Constipation/ Diarrhea
Inflammatory Bowel Problems
Ulcers
Acid Reflux
Hemorrhoids
Herbal Medicine
Other Complaints
Headaches/ Migraines
Depression
Tiredness/ Lack of Energy
Diabetes
Urinary Infections
Incontinence
Dizziness
Ear aches
Thyroid Issues
Respiratory Complaints
Common Cold & Flu
Sore Throat
Asthma/ Wheezing
Allergies/Hay Fever
Sinus problems
Coughs
Bronchitis
Reproductive Complaints
Menopausal Symptoms
PMS/Menstrual difficulties
Infertility
Endometriosis
Fibroids/Cysts
Yeast Infection
Heart & Circulatory Complaints
High Blood Pressure
Cholesterol
Palpitation/ Angina
Varicose Veins
Cold Extremities
Edema (Swelling)
Nervous Complaints
Stress
Sleep disturbances/ Insomnia
Anxiety
Ringing in the ears
Sciatica/ Neuralgia
Skin Complaints
Eczema
Acne
Psoriasis
Athletes Foot
Muscle & Joint Problems
Arthritis (Rheumatoid/Osteo)
Sprains
Osteoporosis
Gout
Muscular/Joint Pain
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Lemon Balm
Rosmarinus officinalis
Rosemary
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