What is Herbal Medicine?
Herbal medicine is the art and science of using herbs for promoting health, preventing and treating illness. It has persisted as the world’s primary form of medicine since the beginning of time, with a written history more than 5000 years old.
Herbal medicines are plant-based medicines made from differing combinations of plant parts (e.g. leaves, flowers or roots). Each part can have different medicinal uses and the many types of chemical constituents require different extraction methods. Both fresh and dried plant matter is used, depending on the herb.
What are the benefits of herbal medicine?
● More affordable than conventional medicine
● Stabilizes hormones and metabolism
● Natural healing
● Strength in the immune system
● Fewer side effects
What is the side effect of herbal medicine?
Herbal medicines may produce negative effects such as allergic reactions, rashes, asthma, headaches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea which can range from mild to severe. They can also interact negatively with other prescribed medications.
