Herbs have been used since the dawn of time as medicines and, in fact, many common drugs are ,in actual fact, made from herbal extracts. The natural chemical properties of certain herbs have been shown to contain of themselves, medicinal value.
The herbalist does not break the plant down and mix it like chemists do. They use the whole plant or herb because they believe that it is in perfect balance, being part of nature.
There are a lot of physical and mental conditions that can be helped through the use of herbs and vitamins.
| ||||||||||||||||||
Further information can be obtained from The Irish Pharmaceutical Healthcare Association.
The Healing Web Ltd (trading as www.healing.ie) maintains this website to enhance access to medical information of a general nature. The information contained herein is not exhaustive and does not cover all diseases, ailments, physical conditions or their treatment. The Healing Web Ltd accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever with regard to the information on this site. In no way are any of the materials presented within this site meant to be a substitute for professional care or attention by a qualified medical practitioner, nor should they be construed as such. You are encouraged to consult with your own Doctor to discuss any course of treatment presented or suggested.
This website contains links to external sites over which The Healing Web Ltd has no control and for which The Healing Web Ltd assumes no responsibility. The Healing Web Ltd does not endorse any commercial product or service mentioned in these sites.