Herbs and it’s Topical Uses

by | Nov 4, 2020 | Herb, Medications, Supplement, Vitamins

Herbs and it’s Topical Uses

There are hundreds of reason to use a topical herbal treatment, and they are very effective, with consultation the Natural Health Practitioner cause get to the root cause of the issue.  Here is a short list of herbs used for different reasons. 

  • Wounds – Calendula, Chamomile, Chickweed, Comfrey, Echinacea root, Golden seal, Horsetail, Mullein, Myrrh, Propolis, Witch hazel leaf.
  • Varicose veins and Haemorrhoids – Witch hazel, Horsechestnut blended with aqueous cream base.
  • Calendula for pain reduction
  • Mastitis Topical Cream – Poke Root, Calendula (low alcohol) check with professional before using.
  • Shingles Topical Cream – Cayenne, Lemon Balm, Licorice, Thuja
  • Anti-itch (antipruritic) – Chickweed, Kava, Peppermint, I like some red clover too.
  • Cold sore creams – Myrrh, Lemon balm, Thuja
  • School scores – Golden seal, Myrrh, Propolis.
  • Poultices for bruising/swelling/pain – Comfrey poultices, I have found this particularly good for cracked ribs, messy but effective.
  • Poultices for boils – old remedy passed on through my grandmother raw sugar/sunlight soap, slight paste made with water apply, I can add herbs depending on antibacterial/antiviral/antiparasitic this will draw out the infection from the boil.

Don’t see your condition on this list, then book with me and together we will find a blend to bring relief to your symptoms made just for you. 

 

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Diabetes – Herbal Medicine

by | Nov 4, 2020 | Diseases, Medications, Supplement, Vitamins

Diabetes – Herbal Medicine

Diabetes comes in many stages, some need medication others are monitoring your diet.  But have no doubt it is a serious disease, and needs to be carefully monitored.  I have treated many clients in my virtual practice, and have had good success in lowing blood sugars or keeping within blood sugars within normal levels.  I am always extremely vigilant in what I prescribed based on the kind of medications they have been prescribed by their general practitioner.  

 Some herbs found in nature help to balance blood sugar levels, making them invaluable to individuals diagnosed with diabetes and pre-diabetes, here a few of those herbs: 

  • Cinnamon, fenugreek, Goat’s rue, Gymnema.
  • Diabetic neuropathy – Cayenne (topically), Evening primrose oil, Gotu kola, Baical skullcap, Dan Shen. 
  • Diabetic retinopathy –  Bilberry and Grapeseed.
  • Insulin resistant – Cinnamon, Goat’s rue, Gymnema, Korean ginseng, St Mary’s thistle.

What to see if herbs can help manage your diabetic symptoms, then click the book now button and together with your General Practitioner we will help control your symptoms.

 

 

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Gut Infestations – Worms how, when and how to get rid off

Gut Infestations – Worms how, when and how to get rid off

by | Nov 4, 2020 | Gut Health, Medications, Supplement, Vitamins

Have you got a gut infestation? What to do if you get worms when and how to get rid off.

Intestinal parasites are an infection that infects the gastrointestinal tract of humans and other animals. Such parasites can live anywhere in the body, but most prefer the intestinal wall.  

Symptoms of intestinal parasites are abdominal pain, weight loss, diarrhoea, anaemia, aches and pains in your body,  weakness and a general feeling of unwell. 

Here a few herbs that have been used to treat intestinal worms:  

  • Intestinal parasites – Aniseed, Goldenseal, Myrrh, Wormwood, Gentian (reduces infestation)
  • Worms intestinal – Andrographis (acute doses), Black walnut, Garlic, Cloves, Myrrh (high dose for short period) Stemona, Wormwood (acute doses), Gentian to reduce reinfestation.

The most common causes of intestinal parasites are through consumption of contaminated water and foods, infected soils, contaminated water takes, inadequate sanitation and improper hygiene.  

A herbalist can help with the elimination of intestinal worms, using the power of herbs, that have been proven effective throughout the centuries.  

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Autoimmune Disease can Herbal Medicine help me?

by | Nov 4, 2020 | Autoimmune Disease

Autoimmune Disease can Herbal Medicine help me?

What is an Autoimmune disease where your immune system mistakenly attacks the healthy cells in your body.  I myself have been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, and use herbal supplements with my current medications to help elevate symptoms.  

Here are a few of the herbs that can be useful in the management of symptoms: 

  • Astragalus, Bupleurum, Rehmannia, Wormwood, Cat’s claw, Feverfew, Reishi, Shiitake
  • Fibromyalgia – Celery seed, St John’s Wort (not is on antidepressant), Valerian, Withania, Feverfew.  I myself use Jamican dogwood, Cordaylis and California poppy during my flare ups and have found this works for me.  However, what works for me may not be best for you.  This people is the beauty of herbal medicine it is always tailored to you, your symptoms and your medications.

There are many autoimmune disease such as Fibromyalgia, Multiple Sclerosis, Lupus, Arthritis, Celiac Disease, Addison Disease, Graves Disease and Hasimotos, there are way to many to list in one little blog.  In all, there are about 80 autoimmune diseases all effecting the body differently.  So why not book in now and see if its the missing link in your comprehensive health management. 

 

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Cancer Treatment and Herbal management of Symptoms

by | Nov 4, 2020 | Cancer, Medications, Supplement, Vitamins, Pain

 

Cancer Treatment and herbal management of Symptoms, here are some of the herbs that can help the bodies fight against cancer and help with the treatment of effects of chemotherapy etc.  

  • Uncaria tomentosa, commonly known as Cat’s Claw, is a medicinal herb used in the treatment of different diseases including cancer, arthritis, gout, and epidemic diseases. Fewer effects of chemotherapy
  • Cancer adjunct therapy – Cat’s claw, Chaparral, Green tea, Korean ginseng, pau d’arco. During chemotherapy – Astragalus, Korean ginseng, Rhodiola, Withania, St Mary’s thistle. 
  • During radiotherapy – Astragalus, Korean ginseng, Reishi, Rhodiola, Siberian ginseng and Withania.

There are many types of cancers such as Breast, Prostate, Liver, Bone, Renal etc.  Herbal medicine provides a way to help relieve symptoms and help the body repair itself in the fight against cancer.  Current medication should always be considered by your natural health practitioner before dispensing any herbal prescriptions.  It is not safe to take over the counter supplements without consulting a professional Herbalist/Naturopath when on treatment for cancer in the form of radiation/chemotherapy etc.  Finding a great Nutritionist is also a great way to support your body during treatment and the fight against cancer.

Herbal medicine is NOT instead of the medically prescribed treatment of cancer, it should be used to complement and manage your current treatment.  

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