Posts tagged as ‘herbalism

A Brief History of Herbalism

Under category: Aloe Vera| Complementary Therapy| Natural Healing

23 May 2009

Herbalism is a traditional medicine, folk medicine or holistic health practice based on the use of plants and plant extracts. Herbalism is also known as botanical medicine, medical herbalism, herbal medicine, herbology, phytotherapy and adheres to the principles of natural healing. The scope of herbal medicine is sometimes extended to include fungal and bee [...]

Complementary Therapy – What is it?

Under category: Aloe Vera| Complementary Therapy| Holistic Health| Natural Healing

12 May 2009

The term Complementary Therapy, sometimes referred to as Alternative Medicine, covers any natural healing practice “that does not fall within the realm of conventional medicine”. Complementary Therapists take a Holistic Health care approach to serving their clients.
Commonly cited examples include Acupuncture, Naturopathy, Chiropractic, Shiatsu massage, traditional Chinese medicine, Herbal Medicine, Unani, Ayurveda, Meditation, Yoga, Hypnosis, [...]