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Plants have been used as medicine since prehistoric times. Herbs can be used naturally or formulated in ointments, infusions, decoctions and tinctures. Infusions are made in much the same way as tea. Decoctions are made from hard or woody herbs and more heat is required to allow the active ingredients to infuse. In tinctures alcohol is used as a solvent instead of water. Tinctures are much stronger than the other herbal preparations. Below is a table of herbs and their most common uses:
| Herb | Use |
| Aesculus | Venous tonic, Varicose veins, Haemorrhoids |
| Agnus Castus (Chaste Tree) | Premenstrual Syndrome, Acne, Fibroids, Endometriosis |
| Arnica | Arthritis, Rheumatic Complaints, Fibromyalgia, Bruising |
| Aloe Vera | Psoriasis |
| Avena Sativa (Oats) | Stress, Nervous exhaustion, Anxiety |
| Berberis | Gallstones, Jaundice, Crohn’s Disease, Spleen and Blood Tonic |
| Bilberry | Eye Strain, Eye Protection |
| Bio-Propolis | Cold Sores |
| Black Cohosh | Dysmenorrhoea, Menopausal Symptoms, Premenstrual Syndrome |
| Calendula | Glandular Fever, Acne, Mouth Ulcers, Crohn’s Disease. Anal Fissures |
| Centaurium (Centaury) | Indigestion, Gastric reflux, Anorexia |
| Crataegus | Heart Tonic, Angina, Mild Hypertension, Arteriosclerosis |
| Cynara (Cynara scolymus) | High Cholesterol |
| Dandelion | Fluid Retention, Slimming, Gallstones |
| Devil’s Claw | Rheumatic Conditions, Muscular Pain, Gout, Lupus, Hayfever |
| Echinacea | Influenza, Catarrh, Middle Ear Infections, Immunostimulation, Wound Healing |
| Eleutherococcus (Siberian Ginseng) | Physical Stress, Psychological Stress, Fatigue, Enhances Mental and Physical Performance |
| Euphrasia (Eyebright) | Conjunctivitis, Blepharitis, Hayfever |
| Flower Essences | Emotional Imbalances |
| Feverfew | Migraine Headaches |
| Galeopsis | Asthma, Stress Incontinence |
| Ginkgo Biloba | Improving Arterial Circulation, Cold Extremities, Chilblains, Poor Short Term Memory, Senile Dementia, Tinnitus |
| Ginger | Motion Sickness, Nausea and Vomiting, Poor Peripheral Circulation |
| Helix Slim (Jerusalem Artichoke) | Weight Control, Appetite Control, Sugar Level Balance, Slow Metabolism |
| Hypericum (St John’s Wort) | Mild Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder, Viral Infections |
| Marum Verum | Snoring, Nasal Polyps |
| Menosan (Salvia) | Hot Flushes, Excessive Sweating or Salivation, Mouth Ulceration, Throat Inflammation |
| Milk Thistle | Liver and Gall Problems, Stimulate Bile Production, Detoxification, Skin Problems |
| Neem (Azadirachta indica A. Jus) | Mild Skin Infections, Psoriasis and Eczema, Athlete’s Foot, Head Lice, Scabies |
| Passiflora | Stress, Tension, Anxiety, Sleep, Minor Depression, Nerve Pain |
| Papaya | Digestive Problems, Poor Appetite, Inflammatory Bowel, Intestinal Parasites |
| Plantago (Lance Leaf Plantain) | Congestion, Catarrh, Middle Ear Infections |
| Peppermint | Irritable Bowel Syndrome |
| Petasites | Pain Relief, Migraine Headaches, Menstrual Cramping, Gastric Pain |
| Saw Palmetto | Prostate Enlargement, Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy, Cystitis in Men with BPH |
| Silicea | Weak Hair, Brittle Nails, Ageing Skin, Bloating |
| Spilanthes (Paracress) | Fungal Skin Infections, Oral Thrush |
| Urtica (Stinging Nettle) | Detoxifier, Gout, Rheumatism, Eczema, Hayfever |
| Valeriana | Anxiety, Sleep Disturbances, Muscle Tension and Spasm |
| Vinca Minor | Impaired Memory, Tinnitis, Menieres Disease, Tendency to Nosebleeds |
| Yarrow | General Indigestion, Lack of Appetite, Colic, Food Intolerances |
If you are taking prescription medicines you should consult with your Doctor before you take a herbal remedy. The Pharmacist will also be happy to advise you. There is a range of herbal products available at the Pharmacy and if your particular requirement is not in stock, the Staff will source it for you.
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