Herbal Remedies

There is a quiet revolution going on in the world of health.

Herbal medicines and natural treatments, that were previously dismissed by the scientific community, have been shown to be as effective as commercial drug preparations during clinical trials. In fact many of these commercial medicines were originally based on natural remedies.

There is increasing interest in herbal remedies and this site has therefore been established to provide information about the natural cures and products available, with evidence (where it exists) to support or contradict their effectiveness and information about when and how they should be used.

Whilst treating illnesses with natural herbs had fallen out of favour in the West, they have had continuous use in the East. Chinese herbal remedies have started to become more and more common, with natural cures now being offered in Chinese pharmacies around the world. Nowadays, even the NHS (the UK’s health care provider) allows patients to opt for complementary and alternative treatments such as herbal medicine.

While they can be an extremely effective option, natural remedies are not subject to the same stringent regulations that govern pharmaceutical drugs and, since they are natural products, there may be variation in levels of active compounds that make it harder to ensure the correct dose is taken.

Also, be aware that, although herbal remedies are often thought of as being kinder to the body than manufactured pharmaceuticals because they are ‘natural’, this is not always the case!

Some natural or alternative medicines can be extremely harmful if taken in inappropriate doses, combined with certain ingredients, taken in conjunction with some other medicines (whether natural or conventional) or foods, or by people suffering from certain conditions or sensitivities.

Used appropriately however, herbal remedies can be amazingly effective!

If you are considering treatment with herbal supplements or homeopathic remedies it is best to get advice from an expert such as a qualified homeopath or herbalist and also to consult your doctor before beginning any treatment.

Use this site to learn about natural remedies to treat a range of conditions such as: acne, anxiety and depression, arthritis, asthma and eczema, constipation, high blood pressure, IBS, kidney stones, menopause, pain, stress, urinary tract infections, weight loss, etc.

There are even herbal remedies for dogs and other pets!

DISCLAIMERS:

This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, competent clinical examination or a health care professional’s knowledge. Please seek professional medical advice when considering any new course of treatment. Be aware that different treatments may affect individuals in a variety of ways and that what works for one person may not work for another. Likewise a medicine that causes problems for one person may produce good results for another and remember that some medications may interact with other drugs and even food stuffs. The comments posted on this site represent the views of individuals and do not constitute our endorsement of any product or service. Whilst we have made every effort to ensure that the articles published on this site are accurate and supported by clinical research, they are for information purposes only and do not constitute a recommendation and should not be relied upon when making decisions about your health care.