What is Herbal Medicine?

A herbal practitioner qualified by the National Institute of Medical Herbalists is highly trained to treat a wide variety of health problems using plant remedies which are naturally balanced and come from all over the world. They are safe and free from dangerous side-effects. Self-medication is not advisable; after accurate diagnosis a herbalist can give every patient a prescription individually tailored to their needs which aims to stimulate the body's natural healing mechanisms, treating not only the outward symptoms but also their underlying causes.
People have always used the healing potential of plants; a wealth of knowledge has been accumulated over time which is now being augmented by current biological research.
Conditions treated by Herbal Medicine:

Acute Illness: Colds and 'flu, Sinusitis, Gastric Infections, Thrush, Cystitis, Mumps, Post-vaccinal reaction
Chronic Conditions: Migraine, Arthritis, Piles, liver disorders
Digestive Disorders: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Stomach idcers, Indigestion and reflux, Constipation and Diarrhoea, Flatulence
Hormonal Conditions: Menopausal Symptoms, Period pains, Pre-menstrual Syndrome, Small Fibroids, Polycystic ovaries,. Impotence, Benign Prostatic hypertrophy, Side-effects of Grave's disease, Myxoedema and Cushing's disease
Skin Conditions: Acne, Eczema, Rosacea, Dermatitis, Psoriasis
Respiratory Problems: Asthma, Bronchitis, Bronchiectasis, Irritable cough
Circulatory Disorders: Poor circulation, Raynaud's Syndrome, Varicose Veins and Ulcers, High Blood Pressure, Oedema, Angina
Stress Conditions: Depression, Anxiety, Exhaustion, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Insomnia
Immune System & pollution related complaints
If herbs are used, the second consultation usually follows in 2/52 and is used to assess treatment progress. Subsequent consultations occur monthly, and we encourage all patients to become actively involved in their own health care.
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