Why Choose Herbal Treatments

What Sets Natural Herbal Medicine Apart from Western Conventional Medicine?

This is the question every patient eventually asks, especially after years of managing a chronic condition with daily pills. Let us look at the differences honestly.

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What Is Herbal Treatment?

It is basically the use of plants (roots, stems, barks, leaves, fruits, veggies etc.) in their most natural form in the prevention, treatment and cure of diseases. Herbal medicine is also known as "God's medicine" or "nature's pharmacy".

What Is Conventional Treatment?

A system in which medical doctors and other healthcare professionals (such as nurses, pharmacists and therapists) treat symptoms and diseases using drugs, radiation or surgery. It is also called allopathic medicine, big-pharma medicine, biomedicine, conventional medicine, mainstream medicine or Western orthodox medicine.

Simply Put

Pharmaceutical drugs are a short-term solution to a problem, while natural herbs restore function and are long-lasting.

Pharmaceutical drugs help to stabilize a situation quickly and are helpful for a short period of time. They are typically not a cure or solution but rather a way to manage symptoms. For example, proton-pump inhibitor drugs manage acid production in the stomach - yet they are not a cure for the imbalance in the digestive system; they simply control the uncomfortable symptoms.

Herbs may be slower acting (typically 30-90 days) but are longer lasting. Herbs assist the body in restoring its normal function, with the ultimate goal of healing the issue.

Potential Negative Effects and Risks of Pharmaceutical Drugs

1. 1.Method: Most, if not all, big-pharma drugs only treat or manage health conditions and do not actually cure the infection or disease - and this is often intentional, to generate more profit. See number 8 below.
2. 2.Drug interactions: Big-pharma drugs can interact with each other, as well as with certain foods, supplements and underlying medical conditions, potentially leading to harmful or even dangerous outcomes.
3. 3.Addiction and dependence: Some classes of drugs - such as opioid painkillers, benzodiazepines and stimulants - carry a risk of addiction and physical dependence, especially with prolonged use or misuse.
4. 4.Long-term health consequences: Prolonged use of some drugs, even when taken as directed, can lead to adverse effects on the liver, kidneys, cardiovascular system and other organs.
5. 5.Antibiotic resistance: Overuse and misuse of antibiotics can contribute to the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, making infections more difficult to treat.
6. 6.Withdrawal symptoms: Abruptly stopping certain medications, such as antidepressants or benzodiazepines, can cause unpleasant and potentially dangerous withdrawal symptoms. Some medications can also impair coordination and cognitive function, raising the risk of falls and accidents, especially in the elderly.
7. 7.Financial burden: The high cost of prescription drugs can be a significant financial strain, particularly for individuals without adequate healthcare coverage or insurance.
8. 8.Evils of the big-pharma business: "A cured patient is a lost customer." It is not surprising that big corporations are often more concerned about profits than the health of their consumers.

Advantages of Herbal Medicine

1. 1.Herbal medicine often acts as a true cure, relieving patients of the lifelong burden of managing a disease or the recurring challenges that come with it - including conditions such as diabetes, herpes and HIV.
2. 2.Herbal remedies are often more effective for long-standing health issues that fail to respond well to conventional pharmaceutical or Western treatments.
3. 3.They are more cost-effective over the long term. Some argue that a one-time prescription of standard diabetes medication costs less than natural herbal remedies - but over the long run, patients dependent on pharmaceuticals for diabetes management end up spending significantly more than those who choose herbal medicine, which often results in a one-time treatment.
4. 4.Herbal medicine enhances overall health, not just treats specific ailments. Most herbal remedies address multiple health conditions and prevent other infections and diseases. Herbal medicine is also usually in its purest form, eliminating toxic chemicals like preservatives that could harm the patient.
5. 5.Organic remedies typically result in fewer unwanted consequences than artificially produced medications.
6. 6.Numerous natural methods emphasize preventing illness and sustaining general well-being.
7. 7.Holistic medicine can be adapted to suit individual requirements and health situations.

Anything You Should Keep in Mind When Taking Herbal Medicine?

Because herbs are different from pharma drugs, it is important to be mindful that:

### 1. Follow-up is the key to success with herbs! Try not to get discouraged if one type of herbal supplement does not work as well as you had hoped. Finding the right combination of herbs and the right dosage can be a work in progress. Keep in touch with your herbal doctor to tweak your supplements.

### 2. Be patient! Remember that herbs help restore your body's function. It can take time to heal and return to normal functioning. Always ask your herbal doctor what you can expect.

### 3. Be mindful! While most herbs support the body harmoniously together, some herbs can interact with certain pharmaceutical drugs. Specifically, St. John's Wort can interact with some medications and affect the liver, and blood thinners such as Coumadin and Warfarin may have negative interactions with herbs.

"Herbs: Nature's Pharmacy."

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