Redwood Health Therapies

Herbal Medicine

 

    W h a t   i s   H e r b a l   M e d i c i n e ?

Herbal medicine is the use of natural plant substances, otherwise known as botanicals, to treat and prevent illness. The practice has existed for thousands of years, and as much as 80% of the worlds population use it as a primary form of medicine.

It is an organic medicine, meaning the plants used are all sustainable. This is prompting pharmaceutical companies to contribute to conserving the tropical rainforests, which are abundant in medicinal plants.
 


    W h a t   c a n   i t   t r e a t ?

- Angina
- Allergies, including Hay Fever
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Colds and Flu
- Depression, Stress and Anxiety
-Digestive problems (IBS, Constipation, Diarrhoea)
- Eczema
- Fibroids
- Headaches and Migraines
- Hyperactivity
- Insomnia
- Menstrual problems, PMS, Menopause and Hot flushes

 

    H o w   d o e s   i t   w o r k ?

Each herb has specfic and unique properties that allows change to happen in the body. Each prescription is designed and fine-tuned for the individual. The medicines may change through out the course of treatment as you progress. In its natural state, the plant extract contains a number of constituents that all work together. The active compound may not be as effective in its isolated form.



    I s   h e r b a l   m e d i c i n e    s a f e ?

Herbal medicines must be produced to standardised methods and amounts. Your practitioner will ensure of this, and will also make sure any side effects or interactions are avoided.

 

    W h a t   w i l l   m y   s e s s i o n   i n v o l v e ?

Your first treatment will involve a detailed consultation to find out your medical history, lifestyle, diet and symptoms you present. Herbs may then be prescribed based on the diagnosis your therapist will make. These are usually to be taken at regular intervals over 4-6 weerks. However this varies depending on your condition and response to treatment.

Your herbalist may discuss with you the additional support of a nutritional therapist or naturopath.

 

    H o w   l o n g   i s   a   s e s s i o n ?

The initial consultation will last for 1 hour.

A typical session will last for 30 minutes.



   H o w   m u c h   d o e s   a   s e s s i o n   c o s t ?

Consultation: £45 (1 hour)
Treatment: £25 (30 minutes)


   H o w   m u c h   d o   m e d i c i n e s    c o s t ?

£3 for 100g dried herbs
£5 for 100ml per tincture (liquid form)
£3 for 30g cream
£5 for 100g cream



   H o w   o f t e n   w i l l   I   n e e d   t o   b e  t r e a t e d ?

Herbal medicines work in a natural way and are not subject to artificial methods, therefore they usually act slower than pharmaceuticals.

Your herbalist may talk to you about returning for a follow-up appointment between two to six weeks.

 

 

 

 

Redwoods Medical Herbalist in Winchester will give you 100% of their time during your session, giving you professional and effective healthcare through Herbal Medicine in Winchester.

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