Herbal medication is complementary therapy that utilizes plants or plant extracts to remedy illness. Herbal medication unlike conventional medicine is not about isolating the active ingredients of a plant. The use of herbal medication dates back to ancient times in Egyptians around 1500BC, where plants are used to ‘restore the health of and feed’ weakened parts of the body. Many well-established medicines come from plants. For example morphine comes from poppies, aspirin from willow bark, and dioxin (a treatment for an irregular heart beat) from fox gloves. Herbal medication has been used in Britain for centuries and it remains popular, even in the era of scientific medication and modern pharmaceuticals. Today, about £126 million is being spent on herbal medication. A lot of people are apprehensive of the possible cumulative negative effect of orthodox medication on their health. In fact no fewer than 20 people die weekly from the adverse effect of conventional drugs in U K according to Government sources. Hence, their doggedness to herbal medication and alternative therapy. People are enthusiastic about their well being and have taken it upon themselves to ensure, they reduce the intake of toxins and mainstream drugs, thereby improving their health. Consultation with an herbal therapist gives access to a safer, individually tailored and more effective medical application. This may probably last at least an hour, during which he or she will ask detailed questions about family medical history, lifestyle and emotional state. Treatment may include advice about dietary and lifestyle. The medicines prescribed may well be made up of several different herbs, and may be tailored to individual needs as the herbalist deems fit. They come in a wide range of formulations – including syrups, capsules, lotions, gargles and washes. The herbalist may also make a follow-up appointment depending on the condition being treated and the general state of health.

Share on Facebook