In the United States, courses of study in Western herbalism are available in almost all 50 states. The study of traditional herbalism is part of the course curriculum in
also known as alternatives in western herbalism. They are generally mild in their action and act
also known as alteratives in western herbalism. They are generally mild in their action and act
Western herbalism: the leaves, flowers, and stems are used as herbal remedies. Chinese herbalism: root of baical skullcap.
relies on the synergistic and curative properties of the plant to
Skin wounds, hair loss and in the past rheumatism.
remove wastes and pollutants, while minimally affecting regular
is incorporated into the medical practice of licensed naturopathic doctors, who receive
High blood pressure, cardiac conditions. Western herbalism: amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, childbirth, asthma, hyperthyroidism, gas, insomnia, vaginitis. Chinese herbalism: heart, liver, kidney problems.
the synergistic and curative properties of the plant to treat symptoms and disease and maintain health.
throughout Europe, particularly in England, France, Italy, and Germany, where phytomedicinals are
Western herbalism: the entire stems are boiled in water with herbs to make a decoction. Chinese herbalism: the seeds are almost always used with other herbs, as in concha marguerita and ligastrum formulas. And more . . .
Chinese Herbalism: used in xanthium, magnolia formulas and with other herbs. Western herbalism: bark and root made into a powder and used in a tincture. Tincture: several times daily. And more . . .