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Chinese and western herbal medicines for the topical treatment of psoriasis – A critical review of efficacy and safety
AbstractIntroductionThis critical review of randomized controlled trials (RTCs) was conducted to evaluate the efficacy and safety of herbal products used in the topical treatment of psoriasis.MethodSelected databases were systematically searched using keywords. RCTs...
53 Efficacy Studies that Rebuke Vaccine Mandates
As some people have now been vaccinated for more than half a year, evidence is pouring in about Covid vaccine efficacy. The gestalt of the findings implies that the infection explosion globally that we have been experiencing– post double vaccination in e.g. Israel,...
Vaccine study of 23 million shows risk of ‘heart problems’ from Moderna or Pfizer jab
Myocarditis is the name given to inflammation of the heart muscles, or “myocardium”. The condition — which typically results from viral infection — can serve to reduce the heart’s ability to pump blood and result in the development of a rapid or irregular heart...
Planta Medica Open Day Sept 24th 2022
A prospective audit of pragmatic Herbal Treatment of women experiencing menopausal symptoms using measure yourself medical outcome profile (MYMOP2) questionnaires
Abstract Most women will experience problematic symptoms at menopause, often beginning a few years before the cessation of menstruation, and potentially lasting some years beyond. Medical herbalists such as members of the U.K. National Institute of Medical Herbalists...
The Clinical Reasoning of Western Herbal Practitioners: A qualitative feasibility study
Aims A literature search found no research into the clinical reasoning of Western herbal practitioners. This study aims to address this gap in knowledge by investigating practitioners’ clinical reasoning when designing individualised herbal prescriptions. Design and...
Perspectives on Holism in the contemporary practice of Western Herbal Medicine in the UK
In the course of the 20th century, the concept of holism has gained in popularity, particularly within science and healthcare, while the concept of vitalism has become increasingly problematic. In the literature relating to Western herbal medicine notions of holism...
Fox & Hawks Foraging Walks & Workshops
Foraging walks & workshops with a flare for the fairies. Learn about the wonders of the plants growing in Ireland. From their folk uses and legends to their practical use, as food or medicine. Luke & Sarah use their extensive herbal knowledge coupled with...
Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program Publishes Ginkgo Leaf Extract Laboratory Guidance Document
Over the past 20 years, at least 27 publications in the peer-reviewed scientific literature have documented cases of adulteration of ginkgo leaf extract ingredients and finished consumer products. Such adulteration generally involves the addition of undeclared...
Scientists to Challenge Virologists for Scientific Proof! Dr Sam Bailey
Why virology is not consistent with the scientific method and how to settle the debate. Dr Sam Bailey et al have suggested an experiment that could settle the debate, and turn perceived wisdom on its head. Video and links below....