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Herbal Remedies

For thousands of years herbs were the primary form of medical treatment. However, western science-based medicine has overshadowed natural remedies in the last hundred years or so. Synthetic and Chemically based medicine views the body as a set of chemical reactions rather than an organic whole. Modern medicine tends to use drugs to suppress the symptoms of illness. Herbs, on the other hand, assist the body's own healing processes which, by definition, work on the body as a complete whole.

People are becoming increasingly distrustful of the powerful and frequently toxic drugs prescribed by mainstream medical practitioners. Herbal remedies are becoming more and more popular and Newspaper and magazine articles dealing with herbs seem to appear with increasing frequency. Herbal treatments are becoming more accepted among some general practitioners and other members of the medical profession.

Herbal Medicine is referred to as Botanicals or Phytotherapy

An herb is a plant or plant part used for its scent, flavor or therapeutic properties. Herbal medicine products are dietary supplements that people take to improve their health. Many herbs have been used for a long time for claimed health benefits. They are sold as tablets, capsules, powders, teas, extracts and fresh or dried plants. However, some can cause health problems, some are not effective and some may interact with other drugs you are currently taking.

To use an herbal product as safely as possible you should consult your doctor first. Never take a larger dose than recommend. Herbal products should be taken under the guidance of a trained medical professional And you should never start an herbal remedy if you are pregnant or nursing without consulting your physician.

Mild herbal products can be found almost anywhere these days, from Echinacea to Chamomile tea. You can find herbal products here at Pathways, at a general health food store or even mail-order suppliers. These products can be used safely without the need for supervision, but we strongly encourage you to speak with your medical practitioner before starting any herbal regimen.