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Alternative Medicine Finds Power in Herbs
Learn About Alternative Medicine's Herbology
Learn About Alternative Medicine's Herbology
Alternative Medicine Schools | Wellness Community Bulletin
| | Herbal medicine has permeated natural medicine practices pretty much from their inception. And Americans are not strangers to the concept of integrating plant-based medicines into our wellness and alternative medicine regimens. In other words, while some of us might pop a Lipitor to help keep our cholesterol levels in check, others of us might incorporate a daily dose of green tea into our diets. |
What other herbs remain popular in alternative medicine practice, and what benefits do they provide?
According to NaturalNews.com, basil is widely used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat patients suffering from respiratory disorders, diabetes and allergies. Basil also aids in a number of digestive issues and can provide reliable relief for constipation and gas.
If you struggle to fall asleep at night, chamomile tea can help calm your mind and relax you before bed. It's also a good remedy for menstrual cramps and can lessen the effects of a cold. NaturalNews.com cautions that many people can suffer from a severe allergy to chamomile, so be sure you know it's safe for you to take in advance.
Finally, one of the most powerful yet unsung herbs available is licorice root. More than a sweet treat, licorice has been found to contain anti-inflammatory properties. And alternative medicine practitioners can use it to treat a wide range of conditions, including asthma, allergies, ulcers, chronic fatigue, tooth problems and skin issues.
While drug stores remain stocked full of prescription medicine, herbal remedies have squeezed their way onto far more than a shelf or two. A strong component of natural medicine, herbs and their benefits have made a strong mark on American health, perhaps on their way from alternative remedies to mainstream ones.
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Sources:
Nadine Taylor, M.S., R.D., 2006-2008
NaturalNews.com, 2009
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