The Herb Woman - Sue Daly

30/05/2022

There used to be a higher scrutiny about practitioner-only products and who prescribed and stocked them.

Nowadays herbs such as Andrographis and Echinacea are sold in formulations as a very effective treatment for the first signs of cold and flu (depending on the product strength).Most people are aware of the anti microbial actions of Echinacea in acute infection and it is well tolerated.

Andrographis is an amazing herb too. It will literally stop an infection at first outset It is a highly effective immune stimulant for both acute and chronic infection but unfortunately it is contra indicated in pregnancy for its abortifacient action.

It is a very effective herb for toxic liver damage too but again in high doses it can cause gastric discomfort, nausea and vomiting.

Herbs are medicine. Dosage and medical contra indications are an important part of prescribing to ensure efficacy and safety. Many herbs cannot be prescribed with other specific types of chemical medication because they may suppress, incite or impede the efficacy of that medication.
If you are interested in boosting your immune system naturally and effectively just make contact.. I can easily make and post a formulation for you.🙏

14/02/2022

There are a number of plant extracts that have come into focus recently because of their specific and potent actions. Maritime pine bark ( Pinus pinaster) for example was featured in the Herbal Extract company’s guide on myocarditis and pericarditis recently because was are seeing a significant reporting of this in our practices in the population currently.

“It has significant cardio vascular benefits with significant free radical scavenging ability which can prevent oxidative damage”

Like grape seed extract, Maritime pine bark contains high levels of proanthocyanidins which protect the heart and cardio vascular systems. Pine bark improve blood flow, stimulates the immune system, reduces swelling and prevents infection. It may also lower blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
It is an excellent tonic for brain health, cognition and memory too.

Pycnogenol is the US registered trade name for the product derived from the pine bark tree used widely for heart conditions.

Maritime pine bark is available over the counter and on line but once again I express caution for self use as there are contra indications particularly in regard to pregnant woman, auto immune disorders and bleeding conditions.

Always check with a fully qualified naturopath or herbalist who can advise you of its suitability for you according to your own unique past health history, family history and current symptoms.

20/01/2022

Green leaves berries and herbs are natural anti histamines for allergies.

Quercetin is the key flavonoid for natural allergy relief providing a natural source of anti histamine relief. Two other flavonoids are rutin and luteolin.

Histamine is an important neurotransmitter that is vital to our immune system. When you are injured histamine is released to prevent infection and repairs any damage.

Histamine responds to anything foreign taken into the body, food you are eating, or something you are exposed to in your environment.
Chemicals are a big trigger especially pesticides on produce, fragrances in lotions, and in household cleaners.
High stress also causes mast cells to release histamine into the bloodstream.

Headaches, brain fog, skin issues like hives and rashes, rapid heart beat, anxiety and runny noses and breathing difficulties are some reactive symptoms.

Interestingly use of anti histamines has recently been shown to be effective after the first week of the virus currently circulating, from days 7-10 if breathing becomes difficult.

There are ways to reduce histamine naturally. There are plenty of downloadable anti histamine food tables but I would suggest
leaving out leftover meat ,vinegar,
fermented foods and aged meats if you are reactive to something.

Drink plenty of filtered water too as histamine is water soluble.

Natural remedies.
* Moringa leaf , Green tea, stinging nettle tea, ( urtica dioica)ginger, peppermint
* Ginger & licorice are excellent natural antihistamines
* Quercetin , vitamin C

07/01/2022

In light of the cold and flu symptoms sweeping widely through our communities at the moment, here is a great home remedy-
Dorothy Hall’s “ Kick a germ juice” has been passed down through generations of naturopaths to attack the symptoms of colds and flu.
Take…
1. a clove of garlic
2. 1tsp of grated ginger
3. 1tsp of lemon rind
Pour over small amount of boiling water and let it stand for 5 mins.
Add…
1. the juice of 1 lemon
2. a pinch of cayenne pepper
3. honey to taste
Drink the liquid then eat the solids.
Jump into bed and rest.

With plenty of rest you will feel better in no time. This is such an effective remedy to break a fever, reduce inflammation and kill infection. It is high in vitamin C too.
Meanwhile high doses of vitamin C, D and zinc will boost your immunity.

A herbalist/naturopath can also mix you an to kill the bacterial/ viral load, boost your immune system, alleviate your symptoms and restore your energy.
Stay well. 🙏

25/11/2021

24/11/2021

I’ve finally launched the first of my natural skincare products online which I will slowly expand to include a whole range of other concoctions that I have been making and manufacturing over many years. All of these products are to complement my ongoing clinic practice and use of herbal medicine, nutrition and supplements to restore health. Skin issues are just one of the many presentations of ill health.

My skin care is designed for all ages with organic natural plant extracts, super nutrients, seed oils and essential
oils bursting with actives to
firm, strengthen, hydrate and regenerate
your skin and protect against free radical damage which affects premature ageing.

Please check out my new online store
for more information.

www.theherbwoman.com.au/shop
🍃🌱🌿

Or follow me on instagram to check out some upcoming product giveaways and discounts.🙏😊

11/08/2021

29/07/2021

Every plant has its own unique set of actions based on its individual phytochemistry.
Different parts of a plant possess actions that can support different tissues, organs and systems in the human body.

Herbalism is about selecting which plants you need to blend in order to support and heal those systems that are either under or over functioning. Sometimes it may be more therapeutic to give an internal tonic sometimes the herbs can be mixed into creams and ointments and serums externally. Nutrition also plays a major part.

I believe that given right ingredients and conditions, the body has the ability to regenerate, repair and heal.
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18/07/2021

I was using green tea extract recently in some of my products and it reminded me of the Camellia sinensis tea plantation I visited in Sri lanka a few years ago.
The tea from the Camellia sinensis plant can be used in a variety of ways but drinking it as a tea is easy and very refreshing. The extract delivers the actions of the plant leaves in a more concentrated form. It contains rich amounts of anti oxidants, polyphenols, vitamins and flavonoids. It is particularly high in an antioxidant catechin EGCG ( epigallocatechin gallate) which has been shown in extensive research to protect against oxidative stress which causes cellular damage which is associated with several chronic disease states and ageing.
Studies have shown green tea extract to have a multitude of health benefits
in the gut biome, and for brain and heart health, weight loss and liver function. It may also benefit exercise performance/recovery and also help lower blood sugar levels.
In recent years it has been shown to have amazing healing benefits for the skin too. It calms irritation, evens out discolouration, diminishes the appearance of cellulite, soothes redness and swelling, repairs damage, exfoliates, decreases the appearance of blackheads eliminates dead skin and bacteria.
Research in recent years has shown actions of green tea extract has the ability to rectify damage from the sun and the process of ageing. 👍

16/07/2021

The invigorating ions from the ocean has to be one of nature’s best tonics at the end of the week!

15/07/2021

I have had some communication glitches via iphone and email in the last month or so if anyone has had trouble trying to make contact but all is now sorted now.
I also have a new instagram page called the herb woman where I post more often and can also be contacted.
I am still here in beautiful Iluka mixing and dispensing my herbs in my little dispensary.
I am constantly delivering to the northern rivers or posting out herbs to those who cannot see me face to face due to distance or Covid. So if there is any health issue I can help you with please let me know. All the best 🙏

05/07/2021

Yeah ! The Sappho brand is in progress👍 The gel serums and oil serums are in production!
Often when making new formulations I love to research old dispensary and aromatherapy books and balance these ideas with new biochemical research.
With skincare it is as important to know how the nutrients and plant extracts that repair and heal work, as it is to understand the ambience between the carrier oils and essential oils. These bring a whole new synergy of their own to a formulation. As well as having an aroma they have therapeutic actions. I am like a conductor trying to find harmony between top, middle and base notes.

oils,