Why work with plants?
Botanical medicine is part of my practice. But not everyone knows what that means. As a naturopathic doctor, I am trained to prescribe plants that can help patients boost their health and wellness. Whether they come in the form of herbal teas, tinctures, capsules and other preparations, plant-based solutions can work well to support some conditions and help patients move towards better health.
Botanical medicines are the subject of a growing number of clinical research studies, and the majority of plants used by naturopathic doctors have been proven safe and effective by scientific and clinical research.
Some examples of plant-based recommendations I make most often are:
- Milk thistle for liver health
- Ashwagandha for stress and burnout
- Passionflower for anxiety
- Echinacea for boosting your immune system
Just as some patient treatments can be preventative, some medicines can be completely natural and have the positive effect you’re looking for.