also known as alternatives in western herbalism. They are generally mild in their action and act
also known as alteratives in western herbalism. They are generally mild in their action and act
remove wastes and pollutants, while minimally affecting regular
In the United States, courses of study in Western herbalism are available in almost all 50 states. The study of traditional herbalism is part of the course curriculum in
generally defined as any plant or plant part that may be used for medicinal, nutritional, culinary, or
Western herbalism: the leaves, flowers, and stems are used as herbal remedies. Chinese herbalism: root of baical skullcap.
relies on the synergistic and curative properties of the plant to
Skin wounds, hair loss and in the past rheumatism.
is incorporated into the medical practice of licensed naturopathic doctors, who receive
High blood pressure, cardiac conditions. Western herbalism: amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, childbirth, asthma, hyperthyroidism, gas, insomnia, vaginitis. Chinese herbalism: heart, liver, kidney problems.
throughout Europe, particularly in England, France, Italy, and Germany, where phytomedicinals are
the synergistic and curative properties of the plant to treat symptoms and disease and maintain health.
Chinese herbalism is a holistic medical system, meaning that it looks at treating a patient as a whole person, looking at the mental and spiritual health, as well as the physical health, of the individual