Herbal Medicine

A little history

Herbal medicines for the treatment of human diseases have been around for millennia. By the 19th century, professional herbalism had established itself in the UK by Samuel Thomson and a group of practitioners called the Eclectics whose knowledge was drawn heavily from Native Americans. In the USA, physiomedicalism evolved from Thomsonian medicine through to the early 20th century, and Australian herbalists based their practice on physiomedical / Thomsonian philosophy around the same time.

Throughout this history, the passage of knowledge in the use and efficacy of herbal medicines has been handed down from teacher to student. Much of the knowledge has been drawn from tradition and anecdotal evidence. Its use has been based on empirical knowledge rather than theoretical data.

Evidence based herbal medicine

However, over the past few decades, valuable research has been done on the chemistry of plants (phytochemistry), and published scientific literature continues to grow especially as the pharmaceutical industry continues to search for new drugs. Researchers have no doubt that plants contain chemical constituents that have an actual or potential effect on the human body; the evidence is in the literature. Modern Western herbal medicine is recognising the importance of recent scientific endeavours in the study of medicinal plants, and blending this science with tradition. This is leading to a “new” robust system of Western herbal medicine, best encompassed by the term ‘phytotherapy’ that combines the wisdom of ancient tradition with the cutting edge of current research.

As we enter a new millennium, the practice of herbal medicine is in its ascendancy and continues to evolve. The use of plants for medicines vastly exceeds the use of modern synthetic drugs. Indeed the percentage of the population that uses herbal preparations even without professional consultation is growing.
Enjoy the healing benefits of herbs !

What is Body Composition Analysis

Body Composition analysis can provide an accurate and objective assessment of many of the “markers of wellness” in our body. By analysing specific biological “markers” an accurate status of your health can be recorded and your health practitioner can target the areas of your health that need attention. The test measures your:

Fat mass
Muscle mass
Biological age
Cellular toxicity
Cellular fluid levels
Cellular vitality

Analysis is done using bioimpedance testing developed for the space program by NASA and validated in over 2000 scientific tests. Electrodes are placed on your hand and foot and a gentle current measures levels of resistance within your body. These figures are then interpreted through a sophisticated computer program that measures biomarkers of health and ageing.

You receive a 2 page graphical colour report to keep showing your results and a full assessment by Linda Krick, an accredited Medical Herbalist.

Testing is quick, safe, painless and non-invasive.

How it can help you

You can then make necessary changes to improve areas of weakness to ensure you maintain the best of health and well being as you age.

If you follow a health program to gain muscle or to improve cellular health or lose weight, a regular Body Composition Analysis can be motivating and fulfilling, as you see figures change over time.

Linda Krick is an accredited Medical Herbalist with a Degree in Natural Therapies. She is also a qualified to perform Body Composition Analysis.

Initial Consultation	1 hour	$120
Follow Up	30 minutes	$60
Body Composition Analysis		$50
Iridology Assessment		$25