Carmen Martin - Herbalist

28/04/2026

Enjoy $10 discount for all initial consultations for the month if May.
Not in conjunction with any other offers.

26/04/2026

May special.
For the month of May, I will be doing a special, $10 off only on first initial consultations. Available 1st of May.

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17/04/2026

A bit of fun fact

09/04/2026

Sharing for everyone to read. As a practitioner its always do no harm, but that also means that the client should also be clear about intake of herbs and medicines. Too many times have i seen clients tell me fibs about usage even after you tell them the adverse effects. Its then the practitioner is blamed for the reactions.
Andrographis is a great herb and when used correctly and safely it is very effective in what it needs to do.

The TGA has begun consultation on a proposal to remove Andrographis paniculata (Andrographis) from the list of permitted ingredients in listed medicines. The Permissible Ingredients Determination is a list of low-risk ingredients that are permitted in listed medicines.

Andrographis is found in a range of herbal medicines that are intended for relief of cold and flu and can be purchased at pharmacies, supermarkets and health food stores without a prescription.

The proposal to remove Andrographis from the permitted ingredients list follows a number of reports of anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be a life threatening allergic reaction requiring immediate emergency medical treatment.

Anaphylaxis associated with Andrographis can be rapid and unpredictable. It can occur on first use or after previous uneventful use, even in people with no history of allergies. Symptoms can appear within 30 minutes of taking the medicine and often require urgent medical treatment.

The TGA has invited stakeholders, including consumer associations, health professionals, medicine sponsors and industry peak bodies, to provide feedback on the proposed removal of Andrographis from the permitted ingredients list. All responses will be considered before any final decision is made.

The TGA has also published an updated safety review of Andrographis, with in depth analysis of adverse event data up to 31 December 2024, and a supplementary report considering adverse event data up to 31 December 2025.

Consumers are advised to refer to the updated safety review and supplementary report for information on what they should consider before taking Andrographis.

Read more: https://www.tga.gov.au/news/news-articles/stakeholders-be-consulted-proposal-remove-andrographis-paniculata-low-risk-ingredient

07/04/2026

We are still here, very busy behind the scenes. Lots of studying for Bachelor of health science, and a few changes.
Telehealth appointments available

30/03/2026

Another favourite deck of mine, gifted to me by my daughter. This creator is a local here on the Gold Coast, and she has done some amazing cards spirit.stone thank you.

Please select to which one calls for you today and all will be revealed later.
Its middle for me

17/03/2026

Todays readings revealed, hopefully this resonates with you

16/03/2026

I miss doing these and often dont find the time. Until today. The deck is the Faery Forest by Lucy Carndish. A favourite deck of mine.
Will be revealed later today, please choose which one resonates with you. Left for me

08/03/2026

Herbal medicine telehealth consultations available.
Did you know there are payment plans available?
Not sure where to start? I have discovery calls available.

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20/02/2026

To recap, natexpo was amazing. Saw some familiar faces and reconnected with what I love the most. thank you to tammyguests for an amazing eventful, fin and resourceful expo.

18/02/2026

When life throws you rocks, build a castle. Become stronger and more importantly be who you are. Keep moving forward and be kind. This world doesn’t show enough kindness.
Ive seen in the last twelve months things that I cannot explain, and as adults we should know better, manipulation, vindictiveness, bullying, and much more.

25/11/2025

Why work with me