A big thank you to Peter Conway for summing up so well why you might like to consult a herbalist…
1. To get help in healing a health problem
Herbs are flexible and wide-ranging adapters of physical, mental and emotional activity and may play a role in treating a large variety of illnesses
2. To support or optimise wellness
Herbs can aid many of the body’s systems and processes (such as digestion and circulation) and therefore may help to maintain or enhance wellness
3. For illness prevention
Herbs have the potential to help us cope with challenges such as stress and therefore may be involved in protecting us from the adverse consequences of such challenges
4. Because you have a preference for natural medicines
For some people herbs fit their beliefs and values (about the world in general, and about “medicine” in particular) best and are their first choice in dealing with health problems
5. You have a complex chronic condition that requires a complex sustainable approach
Although herbs can be used in acute conditions they have a special relevance in addressing the complex chronic health problems that are now so prevalent
6. You’ve tried other medical approaches and they haven’t been sufficiently effective
No system of medicine has all the answers but herbal medicine is often turned to when other therapeutic interventions have been unsuccessful or even counterproductive
7. You need an extra support system on your side
Many people seek to use herbs to complement other types of health care
8. You need a fresh perspective
A herbalist can often provide a new and insightful view of your predicament arising from their understanding of traditional medicine and their holistic approach
9. You’ve seen the research or had a personal recommendation
Many people choose to see a herbalist after coming across studies or stories suggesting the value of particular herbs in treating particular conditions whilst others are recommended by satisfied clients
10. You have heard the ancient call…
Somewhere deep within we “know” herbal medicine, we co-evolved with plants and herbal medicine is the default system of medicine for our species. At this crucial time many people are rediscovering and revaluing our original healing tools – the herbs
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