Microvascular System, what does this affect?

Microvascular System, what does this affect?

by | Nov 5, 2020 | Muscles, Tendons, Ligaments

Microvascular System, what does this affect?

The microvascular system is a network of vessels that carry oxygen and nutrients to tissues, whilst at the same time removing the build-up of CO2.  The arteries and veins carry blood and remove toxins for the whole body.  The Microvascular system is the circulatory system made up of minute vessels (such as venules or capillaries) that average less than 0.3 millimetres in diameter. Disease symptoms such as cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, smoking, insulin resistance, diabetes, overweight and obesity affect the microvascular system.  So any deficit in this area is of some concern.    

Here is a list of a couple of conditions and herbs used to support them: 

  • Raynaud’s syndrome – Cayenne, Cramp bark, Evening primrose oil, Ginger, Ginkgo, Hawthorn, Prickly ash.
  • Circulatory stimulants – Bayberry, Cayenne, Ginger, Ginkgo, Horseradish, Prickly ash and Rosemary.  

Does any of these sound familiar book now and find out how I can assist you in the management of these symptoms in conjunction with your Health Team.  

 

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Memory, and the Herbs that can boost it

by | Nov 5, 2020 | Boost Memory, Memory, Uncategorized

Memory, and the Herbs that can boost it here a few:

Do you ever find yourself struggling to remember where you put something, names etc?  Well, it’s not an uncommon issue, in my practice a lot of clients what to have a better memory for study, or just everyday life.  Here are a couple of herbs that have been used for such issues: 

Bacopa, Ginkgo, Korean Ginseng, Paeonia, Rhodiola, Rosemary, Sage, Schisandra, Gota kola.

Our brains have been fueled by a steady supply of energy in the form of glucose in our blood to the brain.  The foods we eat have a big role in the structure and health of our brains.  Throughout the ages, herbs have been always been recognized as a healing plant, but it may be overwhelming to figure out which herb to use if you want to boost your mental clarity, so that’s why you book in to see a Herbalist or other qualified Natural Practitioner.

Games are another way to sharpen your memory and your mind, games like chess, scrabble, doing a crossword, even the simple act of doing a jigsaw puzzle are all ways to help keep your mind sharp.

Getting a bit forgetful is a natural part of ageing, and most people find their memory isn’t as good as it used to be, even if they’re not that old.  But if you are concerned that it might be something more you need to always consult your GP for investigations.

All 4 studies in which herbal medicines were used in conjunction with conventional medicines reported better neurocognitive efficacy outcomes compared to the conventional medicines alone. [https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ecam/2016/7293626/].

Whenever taking supplements please check with a professional natural healthcare provider that it is safe to do so on your current medications.

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Eczema, Psoriasis and other Skin Irritations

Eczema, Psoriasis and other Skin Irritations

by | Nov 5, 2020 | Skin

Eczema, Psoriasis and other Skin Irritations.

Skin irritations and rashes are something I commonly treat and see in my practice.  It’s amazing how many times I hear the GP gives cortisone cream as a solution as a first line of defence.  This is the greatest thing about Herbal medicine, I don’t offer one treatment fits all.  My solutions can be given orally or applied topically depending on the client’s needs.  I have a daughter that struggles all the time with Eczema and Psoriasis, she finds the creams I make up provide less itching and the rashes seem less pronounced.  Here a couple of herbs you can use for these conditions:

  • Acne – topically Calendula, Oregon grape, Poke root,  Barberry and Golden seal. Orally using Andrographis, Blue flag, Burdock, Chaste tree, Licorice, Nettle leaf.
  • Dermatitis – Albizzia, Baical skullcap, Blue flag, Burdock, Oregon grape, Poke root, Red clover, Sarsaparilla, Yellow dock. Topically Agrimony, Calendula, Chamomile, Chickweed, Comfrey, Golden seal, Gotu kola, Witch’s hazel and Yarrow.
  • Psoriasis = Blue flag, Burdock, Chickweed (topically) Clivers, Coleus, Oregon grape, Red clover, Sarsaparilla,  Yellow dock and Boswellia.

If your tired of suffering and want some relief, then book with me and we will tailor a solution just for you, your skin and your body. 

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Sports Injuries – Herbs to Assist the healing process

Sports Injuries – Herbs to Assist the healing process

by | Nov 4, 2020 | Medications, Supplement, Vitamins, Muscles, Tendons, Ligaments, Pain

Sports Injuries – Herbs to Assist the healing process.

Athletes suffer injures from time to time, the comment I most hear in my clinic is when can I train again.  Herbal Medicine is an effective and long-lasting solution to such injuries, helping your body repair and rejuvenate itself.  Here a couple of herbs that are used in assisting such things as:

  • Fracture – to promote healing – Comfrey topically, orally Dan shen Gotu kola (known as the great healer and does wonder for your skin).
  • Promote healing – Bilberry Dan shen, Echinacea root, Ginkgo, Gotu kola grape seed
  • Nerve damage – Ginkgo, Gotu kola, Grape seed and St john’s wort (this particular herb must be checked very carefully for interactions with medications and food).
  • Metabolic stimulant – Cayenne and Horseradish but to name a few.  

Have you struggled with a sports injury why know use a Natural Practitioner as part of your health team, cover all your bases.

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Infertility Herbs that can Help

by | Nov 4, 2020 | Pregnancy

Infertility Herbs that can Help

Here is my personal story about infertility, at 17 I had a surgery that left my reproductive system in a very precarious state. After my surgery I was also diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, I was told from this point that carrying a child to term or even conceiving would be almost impossible.  

I myself struggled with infertility for 8 years prior to conceiving my children, I was told by the medical profession that though i could get pregnant, my body would not be able to hold the pregnancy for very long.  I have 4 miscarriages in total all just over the 11 week mark.  I did all the conventional treatment except for IVF. I was so heartbroken and ready to give up when I gave natural therapies a go.  Not only did I conceive within the month, my beautiful son was born 2 weeks overdue.  After his birth again the doctor informed me that this was a one off and I would not be able to do this again.  Happy with my one child, I just continued with the regime set up by my Natural Practitioner, then 18 months later I had a daughter.  Both my children born naturally and very healthy weights.

  • Female to enhance – Black cohosh, Chaste tree, Cramp bark, Dong quai, False unicorn, Licorice, Paeonia, Shatavari, Wild yam.
  • Male to enhance – Korean ginseng, Saw palmetto, Shatavari, Tribulus leaf, Withania.
  • Menstrual irregularity – Chaste tree, Dong quai, Paeonia.
  • Low oestrogen – False unicorn, Korean ginseng, Shatavari, Tribulus, Wild yam.
  • Oestrogen relative excess – Chaste tree and Paeonia.
  • Polycystic ovary syndrome – Black cohosh, Chaste tree, Gymnema, Licorice, Paeonia, Thuja, Tribulus leaf.
  • Uterine tonic – Beth root, Black cohosh, Blue cohosh, Cramp bark, Motherwort, Paeonia, Pasque flower and Wild yam.

Do you have any of these issues, then book with me and together we can get your body back on track and support your wished to conceive.

 

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