Herbal Medicine
What is herbal medicine?
“Herbal medicine is a system of healing in which medicinal
plants and natural protocols are used in the prevention of
chronic diseases and in the maintenance of optimum health
and well-being. It is the original medicine of all peoples. Every
culture of every era has, until recently, depended on plants
for healing. Even today, herbal medicine is the primary
healing modality for much of the world’s population.”
-The Ontario Herbalists Association
Who can benefit from herbs?
Herbal medicine is a safe and effective healing modality for
everyone. People from all stages of life can greatly benefit
from herbal medicine, from infants to the very elderly. Herbal
medicine is also a natural way to enhance the overall
wellness of your pets.
With guidance from a Clinical Herbalist, those already
receiving medical treatment can also use herbal medicine.
Using herbs alongside medical treatment can make the
treatment more effective, and can help decrease any
unwanted side-effects of conventional medical treatment.
Herbal medicine works with the body to help it heal.
Many people are turning away from pharmaceuticals and are
looking for a more gentle and natural approach. Herbal
medicine is one of the alternative medicines which offers just
such an approach. However, sometimes medications are a
necessity, and in these cases I am more than happy to work
with herbs alongside pharmaceuticals to help you reach your
health goals.
No health issue is too big or too small to benefit from herbal
medicine.
For more information about herbal medicine, or about herbalists
in Ontario, please visit: www.herbalists.on.ca
