Western Herbal Medicine
Western Herbal Medicine uses natural whole plant-based remedies to prevent disease, treat a wide range of conditions and restore health and vitality. It draws on a rich ancient traditional knowledge of herbs combined with the sensibility of current scientific research. One of the key strengths of herbal medicine is its ability to centre treatments on you as an individual rather than on a disease or condition. The focus of treatment is on the underlying causes of disease rather than the symptoms alone. For this reason it is common for two patients with the same condition to leave with two different herbal prescriptions or remedies.
It's far more important to know what person the disease has than what disease the person has.
―Hippocrates
Herbal medicine can be used to treat a wide range of heath conditions and is suitable for all ages including the young and young-at-heart. It can also be used to compliment an existing treatment or to alleviate symptoms or side effects from that treatment. Herbal medicine is also great for boosting your immune system, preventing disease and enjoying optimal health. Conditions commonly treated include:
- Digestive and bowel problems: irritable bowel, heartburn, constipation, haemorrhoids, bloating, flatulence, inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease), gastritis, ulcers, liver and gallbladder problems
- Women's health: Hormonal disorders: PMS, endometriosis, fibroids, PCOS, menopausal problems, infertility
- Endocrine/Hormonal dysfunction: thyroid problems, blood sugar regulation problems, diabetes management support
- Stress-related complaints: disturbed sleep patterns, insomnia, anxiety, tension headaches
- Behavioural difficulties: ADD, ADHD, mild depression
- Skin conditions: eczema, psoriasis, acne, urticaria, rashes
- Muscular & Joint problems: arthritis, joint and muscle pain
- Heart and circulatory conditions: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, oedema/swelling, arrhythmias, angina, varicose veins, cold hands/feet
- Respiratory complaints: asthma, recurring chest infections, chronic cough, sinusitis, allergies, hayfever
- Urinary difficulties: cystitis, prostate enlargement (BPH), prostatitis
- Chronic conditions: ME, chronic fatigue, various autoimmune conditions
- Supportive treatments: diabetes, post-operative recovery, chemotherapy
- Low immunity/energy: recurring colds, flu and infections, fatigue
- Weight management
- Preparation for travel
- Promoting good health
