Pregnancy and Herbal Medicine

Pregnancy and Herbal Medicine

by | Nov 5, 2020 | Pregnancy, Pregnancy and herbs

Pregnancy and Herbal Medicine

The use of traditional medicine and medicinal plants in the management of Pregnancy and such complaints as nausea are well documented throughout time, even now a General Practitioner will prescribe ginger for relief of nausea/morning sickness. This long-standing practice highlights the effectiveness and trustworthiness of these natural remedies in supporting women during pregnancy. Incorporating traditional medicine into the treatment of various pregnancy-related discomforts, such as nausea, not only showcases the wisdom passed down through generations but also yields positive outcomes for expectant mothers. The enduring use of ginger, as recommended by General Practitioners, exemplifies the continued reliance on these time-honored approaches to ensure the well-being and comfort of pregnant individuals.

There are so many more complaints that can be treated naturally with herbs as listed below:

  • Lactation difficulties – Fennel, Fenugreek, Goat’s rue, Shatavari, Vervain, Aniseed.
  • To inhibit lactation – Sage and Peppermint.
  • Mastitis – Echinacea root (acute doses), Poke root can be used topically as well.
  • Morning sickness – Chen pi, False unicorn, Ginger, Peppermint
  • Threatened miscarriage – Black haw, Chaste tree, Cramp bark, False unicorn, True unicorn and Wild yam.
  • Repeated miscarriages – Black haw Chaste tree, Cramp bark and False unicorn.
  • False labour pains – Black haw, Cramp bark
  • For Antiviral, helping baby sleep – German Chamomile

Herbal medicine is gaining popularity both in developing and developed countries because of their natural origin and relative safety with fewer side effects.  But it is vital that you consult either a Herbalist or Naturopath before you starting taking herbs.  So may cause early labour or even miscarriage.

Don’t go to the pharmacy and get a supplement from the shelf instead go to the book now and make your appointment today, to check what is suitable in your stage of the pregnancy to make sure it’s safe.  Always seek the advice of a trained, registered Natural Practitioner before embarking on a natural supplement/herbal medication.

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Herbal Actions, what are they and how do they work?

by | Nov 5, 2020 | Herbal Actions

Herbal Actions, what are they and how do they work?

Herbs have a wide range of actions they can have in the body. It’s important to know that a single herb can have numerous actions and often serves more than one purpose in the healing process. Often their actions are work together in a way that will benefit the body as a whole system. An action tells you what the herb is treating for example if its antibiotic it is fighting a bacterial infection. 

Some of the actions that herbs have are:

Antibacterial, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-viral, Bitter tonic, Brochospamolytic, cardiotonic, carminative, circulatory stimulant, cognition-enhancing, healing promoter, hypotensive, immune-enhancing, immune-modulating, laxative, lymphatic, nervine tonic, sedative, sexual tonic, skeletal muscle relaxant, thyroid stimulant and list could keep going.  

One example is the humble garlic well know to many people and used by many in cooking.  Did you know that it also used in Herbal medicine for common colds, influenza, hayfever, hypercholesterolaemia, elevated triglycerides, gastrointestinal candidiasis, to modify bowel flora, intestinal worms and the list goes on and on.  

There a many more the beauty of herbal medicine that is one herb is not working, it has many that could take its place.  Its always designed with your medical history, symptom management and medications in mind.  

So why now book now and see which herbal action you need to combat symptoms that are causing you concern.

 

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Ageing and Herbal Management of these Conditions.

by | Nov 5, 2020 | Ageing

Ageing and Herbal Management of these Conditions.

My 95-year-old grandmother said to me very recently that she feels like a young girl inside, and often gets a surprise when she sees an old woman looking back at her.  She feels like she can do anything, however, her body is often not co-operating.

As we age we can have many issues with our health, here some herbs that help with the symptom management of some of these diseases:  

  • Shingles – Andrographis, Echinacea root. Topically Cayenne, Licorice, Lemon balm and Propolis
  • Vascular dementia – Bacopa, Ginkgo (for recent onset), Grape seed
  • Urethritis – Andrographis (acute dose) Buchu, Corn silk, Couch grass, Goldenrod, Horsetail, Marshmallow, Meadowsweet.
  • Vision to improve – Bilberry, Ginkgo, Grape seed and Schisandra.
  • Alzheimer’s – Korean ginseng, Ginkgo, Paeonia, Bacopa.
  • Varicose veins and haemorrhoids – Horse chestnut, Ginkgo, Butcher’s broom, Gotu kola orally.

Unfortunately, as we get older we are prescribing more and more medications to manage these symptoms.  It is vital that you make sure your pharmacist/doctor checks for interactions and not just think that because you have been going to the same doctor/pharmacist forever they will know.  This includes telling them about supplements that you might purchase from the chemist as well.

Before becoming a Clinical Herbalist I worked in aged care as an assistant nurse, there I was able to see first hand how many times people became confused and continued to take medication that should have been stopped when prescribed another tablet.  It can cause such symptoms as confusion, dizziness, elevated heart rate etc.

So do the right thing and check before taking medications/herbal supplement and make sure they are safe for you and your symptoms.  Don’t assume that because you have been seeing the same doctor/pharmacist etc they have received your change in medication after a recent admission to hospital, or that the nice pharmacy assistant said this natural supplement would help.  If the health industry always discloses any medications and supplements to your practitioner for your own health and wellbeing and so the practitioner may correctly prescribe what you need to get better.  

 

 

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Arthritis Conditions and Herbal Management

by | Nov 5, 2020 | Arthritis, Skeletal

Arthritis Conditions and Herbal Management of its conditions:

Arthritic pain can be debilitating, and often our bodies build up a resistance to pain medication, requiring high doses to get relief.  Herbal medicine offers an effective way to manage pain naturally. Here are a few of the herbs that can assist with the pain of Arthritis:

  • Arthritis – Black cohosh, Boswellia, Cat’s claw, Celery, Nettle leaf, Sarsaparilla, Turmeric, Willow bark, Burdock (my personal favourite).
  • Rheumatism – Celery, Ginger, Juniper, Nettle leaf, Sarsaparilla, Burdock, Dandelion root, Devils’ claw, Marshmallow.

Natural medicine has been used for thousands of years to manage pain using acupuncture, massage therapies and herbal medications but to name a few. There are many other modalities in the Natural Practitioner’s world that can help with symptoms.

A consultation with a Clinical Herbalist can provide relief taking into consideration your current medical management and symptom severity.  Liquid Herbal medicine though can taste very bitter, is a fast way to get relief to the parts of the body needing it the most.

So book in now and see how I can help manage your symptoms.  

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Fatigue, no Energy herbs that can help are:

Fatigue, no Energy herbs that can help are:

by | Nov 5, 2020 | Energy, Fatigue

Do you have Fatigue or no Energy here a few herbs that can help are:

  • Astragulus, Ginkgo, Hawthorn, Withania, Korean ginseng, Licorice, Rehmannia Rhodiola, Evening primrose oil.

There a many cause for fatigue, lack of quality sleep, stress, overworked, poor diet, medications and low in vitamins and minerals.

The most important thing when managing your symptoms of fatigue is to try and locate the source of it.  When using herbal medicine you book in for your consultation which is between 60-90 mins and every part of your life is discussed from health, diet, medications, stress, family history and of course every part of your body to access if it is functioning at its optimum potential.

Once you have had your consult I prescribe a herbal liquid to manage the symptoms and help your bodies natural ability to repair itself.   You should always consult professionals before embarking on treatment such as Herbalist/Naturopath/Nutritionist/GP.

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