Herbal Medicine
For centuries, plants have been allies and partners with humans in the dance of life, whether through food or medicinal use. Drawing on years of studies in both western and eastern herbs, these teas, powders, and topicals are created to address what’s going on with a specific individual.
In addition, patients and clients are often given recipes, along with any herbal additions, to create food as medicine recipes in their own home.
Curious?
Why Would I need them?
Herbs are backed up by the same principles and theories as acupuncture. Sometimes the two work best together, and sometime they are more effective as individuals therapies.
I have seen herbs address a wide variety of symptoms including but not limited to:
- sleep disturbances
- low testosterone count
- anxiety & depression
- skin irritations
- hormonal symptoms
- fatigue, stress, & trauma
- back pain & other muscular-skeletal concerns
Are They safe?
All herbal prescriptions – whether in raw form, granules, or patent pills – are filled through KAMWO Meridian Herbs, which provides high quality medicinal herbs to thousands of practitioners across the U.S.
They are known for working with very reputable growers and for having very rigorous standards regarding contaminants & quality control.
These are the same suppliers I use for my family & myself.
On the intake form, you’ll be asked to provide a complete list of your allergies, sensitivites, and medications to avoid any unwanted reactions or otherwise avoidable herb-drug interactions.
KAMWO will then track that same information in their system as well, providing an additional layer of protection.
How Does It Work?
Discussion
We will discuss the possibility of adding herbs to your treatment regimen and I will ask you a variety of related questions.
We will also discuss what form your herbs will take – raw, granules, patent pills, or precooked decoctions.
Formulation
I will then take several days to mull over exactly what combination of herbs will best serve you.
During that time, I may call you with further questions to make sure I get your formula just right.
Prescription
Once I’ve put in your prescription, KAMWO will contact you regarding payment and shipment. Deliveries usually arrive within 2-5 days.
If you’ll be cooking raw herbs, instructions can be found HERE.
Frequently asked questions
Please drop me a note via the Contact page, if you don’t see your question answered here.
How Do They Taste?
As I say to my patients, you will not likely be offering your formula to party guests – nor should you, it is medicine after all. That being said, after 2-3 doses, your body may begin to “want” it, even if it’s not as tasty as you might like. Also, some milder formulas do taste good. It all depends on why you need it and what herbs are included.
Do I have to cook my own herbs?
Not necessarily. I do prefer that people get as close to the raw herbs as possible – and cooking or buying them already decocted is the surest way to do that. However, I’d rather you actually take the herbs than just stare at them in a bag on the counter and dread cooking them. That’s why there is the granule option (think instant coffee version) and in some cases, pill form. This will be something we discuss together.
How Much Do They cost?
This varies widely, dependent on what ingredients are included, how many of them, and how long you will be taking the formula. We will address these concerns prior to the prescription being submitted.
Ready to Feel Better?
