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Herbal Medicine...
Chinese and Naturopathic medicine uses natural
drug-free medicinal substances that are mainly extracted from plants. These may
be prescribed to take internally as vegetable capsules, tablets, tinctures or
drinks or applied externally in the form of lotions or ointments depending on
the condition. Medicines are selected according to individual diagnosis, helping
to stimulate your body to maximise healing capacity and speed of recovery.
Immunity is strengthened and energy levels increased. Natural medicines tend to
work less quickly than synthetic pharmaceutical drugs but more gently and, in
most cases, with no side effects. Whilst having no side effects, they can still
have a strong effect on the body and can be used to treat even severe or chronic
conditions.
All our pharmacies are
controlled by the MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) and
the RCHM (Register of Chinese Herbal Medicine) to assure the highest
quality and that our medicines adhere strictly to the CITES (Convention
on International Trade in Endangered Species) regulations.
Chinese herbal medicine is the most widely practiced medical system in the world
today, with over one quarter of the world's population benefiting from this
treatment. Orthodox medicine has now researched and recognised the actions of
many Chinese herbal medicinals confirming what Chinese physicians have known and
practiced for thousands of years. Adverse reactions are extremely rare and are
negligible when compared to those commonly produced by many of today's
pharmaceutical drugs. When practiced correctly by qualified physicians, Chinese herbal medicines are very safe. They are
carefully considered for their therapeutic and biomedical effects, contraindications and interactions with any pharmaceutical drugs you are taking, ensuring prescriptions are safe and tailored to
your particular health needs.
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