What is herbal medicine?

Herbal medicine treats the cause and effect of illnesses, using plant based formulations.

It’s a safe, gentle and effective way of treating disease, as well as improving health and vitality.

Plants contain a vast array of complex, naturally occurring compounds. Many of these have an effect upon our physiology and body functioning.

It is these plant-chemicals that are responsible for the often profound health changes that can occur as a result of treatment with herbs.

The benefits of herbal medicine

Herbal medicine can be used to treat and manage a wide range of health issues, including:

  • Menstrual and menopausal issues
  • Insomnia
  • Fatigue and concentration
  • Stress and mood management
  • Respiratory problems
  • Skin problems, such as acne and eczema
  • Recurring infections and illness (colds, coughs, cystitis)
  • Digestive complaints, such as constipation, bloating and IBS
  • Immune system problems

The emphasis of herbal medicine is on alleviating your current health issues AND preventing disease and ill-health from occurring in the future.

What happens during a herbal medicine consultation?

During the consultation and extensive case history is taken, including current health issues and medical history.

A treatment plan is then developed, specific to your health needs. This may include diet and lifestyle suggestions, as well as a herbal formula or tablets.

For more information

To improve your health, book in for a herbal medicine consultation with our nutritionist and herbalist Kathryn Elliott.

To find out more contact Kathryn on 0410 412 431 or by email.

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