The first consultation with a herbalist will begin with taking a complete history from the patient to identify the problem and also to trace how it started and what could have caused it.
Qualified herbalists are trained in conventional examination procedures, and may aslo give patient a thorough physical examination.
Once all the details have been anaylsed and a diagnosis made, the herbalist will make up an individual prescription.
Advice will then be given on diet, excercise and any lifestyle changes that could possiblyhelp to alleviate the condition.
Herbalism is a complx form of medicine and should only be administered by appropriatly qualified professionals.
When looking for a practioner, choose one using the letters FNIMH (Fellow of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists) or MNIMH (Member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists.)
The institute exacts high standards from all it's members.
All NIMH students undergo an intensive four year course which includes the study of basic medical sciences and herbal pharmacology.
The NIMH can supply details of a qualified herbalist in your area.
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