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Herbal
Medicine - What is it?
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by:
C. Bailey-Lloyd/LadyCamelot
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Herbal
Medicine, also referred to as Herbalism or Botanical
Medicine, is the oldest healthcare known to mankind. Herbal medicine is
the utilization of herbs for therapy or medicinal purposes. Derived
from plants, herbs are used for their medicine, aroma and spice. Herb
plants produce and comprise a mariyad of chemical substances that
interact with our bodies. From food, to clothing, to medicine and even
shelter; plants have proven invaluable throughout the history of
mankind. Through trial and error and based on observations of wildlife,
plants have been developed for medicinal use. Over the centuries,
mankind has documented the medicinal value of herbs.
Most of our medicines used today are derived from native cultures.
Approximately 25% of prescription drugs in the US contain at least one
active plant material ingredient. Currently, over 4 billion people or
80% of the world population use herbal medicine for some forms of
healthcare. Ayurvedic practitioners, homeopathic practitioners,
naturopathic practitioners, traditional Oriental practitioners and
Native American Indians commonly utilize herbal medicine. Today,
pharmaceutical companies are extensively researching rain forest plant
materials for their medicinal potential.
Herbs remain the foundation for a large amount of commercial
medications used today for treatment of heart disease, blood pressure
regulation, pain remedies, asthma and other health problems. A prime
example of herbal medicine is the foxglove plant. Used since 1775, this
powdered leaf is known as the cardiac stimulant digitalis which
preserves life in millions of heart patients in modern society. From
Aloe to St. John's Wort, herbal medicines are mainstream in modern
civilization. To learn more about the benefits of herbal medicine,
peruse our site for the latest holistic health remedies today.
Herbal
Medicine
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by C. Bailey-Lloyd/LadyCamelot in conjunction with Holistic
Junction
About the Author
C. Bailey-Lloyd/LadyCamelot is
the Public Relations' Director &
Writer for Holistic
Junction -- Your source of information for Herbal
Medicine Schools
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