Herbal Medicine is the use of plant remedies in the treatment of disease. Medicinal plants have been used to treat illnesses for thousands of years. In fact, many modern medicines are based on plants originally. Today, medical herbalism combines the traditional uses of herbs with modern scientific knowledge and research. Medical herbalists are trained in current medical diagnostic skills, and will use these skills with a holistic approach to treat the whole person, not just the disease.

Herbal Medicine can be especially beneficial if you are suffering from any of the following conditions:

• asthma, eczema and allergies
• menstrual and menopausal problems
• skin conditions
• arthritis and rheumatism
• stress and insomnia
• anxiety and depression
• digestive problems
• urinary problems
• headaches and migraines
• coughs, colds and other infections
• fatigue and lack of energy
• heart problems and high blood pressure
• and other conditions...

Medical herbalist, Angela Grunwald is a qualified medical herbalist and a member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists (MNIMH). She studied at the University of Central Lancashire and has a first class BSc (honours) Degree in Herbal Medicine. She has four years experience of treating patients in private practice.

Herbs and other natural medicines were very much a part of my family life. I grew up drinking foul-tasting concoctions, inhaling steam baths and having ‘things’ wrapped around injuries of many sorts. This naturally led me to a study of herbal medicine and one of my dreams is to teach people how to help themselves, whether that’s by courses in herbal/natural ‘first aid’, or by prescribing individualised treatments for a multitude of ailments and afflictions.

The body is a wonderful self healing mechanism and herbal medicine to me is not just the popping of pills but giving the person a skilful nudge back onto the path of self healing.

I also enjoy sharing my enthusiasm about plants with guided walks in local parks and the countryside, As soon as you step out of your door you will encounter plants – many of them ‘weeds’ which have many and varied medicinal uses. I also give talks to local groups and clubs and am getting involved in gardening projects, finding yet another level at which plants are beneficial to the body and mind.

Herbal medicine treatment is available on Mondays

To speak to me directly about treatment or to enquire about herb walks please call 07919 410244 (mobile)

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Towngate Clinic ... www.towngateclinic.co.uk
102 Towngate, Leyland, Lancashire PR25 2LR .... telephone 01772 456657