Herbal medicine

The herbal consultation

The first consultation lasts for one hour. A thorough medical history is taken to ensure I have a detailed understanding of your overall health - thereby ensuring treatment is holistic.

You will be asked about current ill health, your medical history, diet and lifestyle. Your blood pressure will be checked and, if appropriate, a physical examination may be carried out.

At the end of the consultation, herbal medicine may be prescribed for internal or external use. Medicines are tailored to treat both symptoms and causes of ill health. Dietary advice and other appropriate recommendations will be made.

Subsequent visits review the progress of your treatment, monitor and support your dietary and lifestyle changes, and make appropriate adjustments to your herbal prescription. They usually last half an hour.