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04/04/2023

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16/03/2023

Gotu Kola (Centella Asiatica), also known as pennywort and not to be confused with Australian Native violet (Viola Hederacea), is commonly seen in lawns and gardens throughout Australia. It is traditionally used in natural medicine for skin conditions, relieving arthritis and improving brain function due to its antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective and wound healing properties.

Whilst still in the early stages, recent studies are validating the traditional uses as well as suggesting new possible new applications for Gotu Kola(GK), such as lowering high blood pressure, treating venous insufficiency and improving the immunomodulatory parameters (highly statistically significant) of Type II diabetes with a GK mouthwash. A 2017 systemic review also found in pre-clinical and human trials that it had GABA modulating effects i.e. it has an effect on one our calming neurotransmitters that effects moods such as anxiety, stress and fear.

Other reviews of human studies in 2020 and 2021 “confirmed the potent dermatological effects” of GK in the treatment of skin diseases such as acne, burns, atopic dermatitis and wound healing. These were a combination of topical AND oral administration of the herb. Many compounds in the plant were identified, particularly triterpenes, that exerted a molecular mechanism and subsequent therapeutic effect.

A 2022 systemic review found that GK increases angiogenesis (formation of new blood vessels) and decreases inflammatory factors such as swelling, redness and pain and therefore would be beneficial in wound healing and arthritis.

A rich source of B vitamins, GK loves damp conditions but can get invasive in the garden and so looks lovely in a pot on its own. For Preventative Medicine it can be added to salads, smoothies, eggs, used as a tea or an edible garnish. More advanced conditions may require the assistance of a Herbal Medicine Practitioner or Naturopath.

BOOK AN APPOINTMENT ONLINE FOR YOUR INDIVIDUALLY TAILORED & CORRECTLY DOSED PRESCRIPTION OF ‘PRACTITIONER ONLY’ QUALITY HERBALS.

This information is intended for educational purposes only. Please consult a health care provider before pursuing any herbal treatments. Herbs can interact with pharmaceutical medications. References available on request.

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09/03/2023

DID YOU KNOW THAT HERBS TOP THE FOOD LIST AS CONTAINING THE MOST CALCIUM?

According to the Australian Food Composition Database, HERBS contain more calcium per 100g than any other food and significantly more than dairy such as milk and cheese. Add some to every meal or make a pesto or chimichurri and you’ll easily get your daily allowance. Some highlights of the list:

1. Thyme 1890mg
2. Sage 1652mg
3. Oregano 1597mg
4. Poppy seed 1438mg
6. Rosemary 1280
8. Cinnamon 1002mg
9. Cheddar cheese 995mg
13. Cumin 931mg
16. Sardine 872mg
17. Milk regular 850mg

01/03/2023

Supercharge your Preventative Medicine lifestyle with a freshly picked salad of herbal greens. In todays falafel wrap - lemonbalm, gotu kola, fennel, celery leaves, basil and red chicory. Too many positive health effects to list in one post!💥 🤩

22/02/2023

Herb Hub blue!

Grandalas birds

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14/02/2023

HOW EASY IS GROWING VEGE'S!!

I've done nothing to my vege garden for around 3 months other than water it and yet this is some of what its given us this week - Bargain! Mother Nature is awesome!

With literally hundreds of synthetic fertilisers, insecticides, fungicides, herbacides, sun protectants, chemical primers and waxes approved for use on commercial crops in Australia, do we really know what we're putting in our mouth?

With this in mind, how about give gardening a go. It doesn't have to be perfect or grand. Start small. Remember "We are what we eat"
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For more info:
https://nexusmagazine.com/product/your-food/?v=6cc98ba2045f
https://www.organicgardener.com.au/blogs/whats-my-food
https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/dirty-dozen.php

30/01/2023

🎈50% OFF FULL PRICE HERBAL CONSULTATIONS🎈

To celebrate our move to Nambour in with Ross Stevens @ Power Chiropratic, we are offering 50% off full price consultations for the first 10 bookings (excludes prescribed herbs/supplements). Nambour institution Power Chiropractic first opened in Centrepark Arcade in the late 1970's, with Ross taking over the helm in 2002, making it among the longest running businesses in Nambour. We are very excited about coming to Nambour where we have a long family history.

https://mypowerchiropractic.com.au/

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23/01/2023

One little box
Several hundred $$$ of herbs
Restocking the dispensary......Quality costs!
Whats in your herbs? They may be cheap for a reason

13/12/2022

Perspective on workplace stress.
Bless our Thin Blue Line.

28/11/2022

Consult + 100ml individually formulated herbal tonic + repeat prescription = $77
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24/11/2022

Devils Claw (Harpophytum procumbens) a native to southern Africa, has been traditionally used for its anti-inflammatory & analgesic properties in muscular and arthritic conditions. A 4 month randomised controlled trial (RCT) in 122 people in year 2000 compared Devils claw with the osteoarthritis medication diacerein, and found that both were equally as effective in reducing pain. Devils claw however had fewer side effects.

This was corroborated in a 2021 RCT of 60 people with painful knee osteoarthritis. Half were randomised to receive Devil’s claw twice daily and the other half were given Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS). Both groups experienced a significant reduction in knee pain in the second, fourth and eighth weeks after treatment, establishing Devil’s claw to be as effective as NSAIDs.

A 2021 review of nutraceuticals in the management of osteoarthritis found there is strong clinical evidence of the efficacy of devil’s claw in relieving pain and that “wholeplant extracts appear to possess a far better therapeutic effect than those prepared from isolated parts”.

BOOK AN APPOINTMENT ONLINE FOR YOUR INDIVIDUALLY TAILORED & CORRECTLY DOSED PRESCRIPTION OF ‘PRACTITIONER ONLY’ QUALITY HERBALS.
This information is intended for educational purposes only. Please consult a health care provider before pursuing any herbal treatments. Herbs can interact with pharmaceutical medications. References available on request.

11/11/2022

The Herb Hub. Herbal formulations and natural prescriptions adapted to your specific health requirements and administered by accredited trained professionals.

07/11/2022

02/11/2022

The Winner is........Liquid Herbs!!

24/10/2022

DANDELION TO ASSIST WEIGHT LOSS, BLOATING & DIGESTION

Taraxacum officinale; a culinary staple in Europe for hundreds of years, with medicinal usage dating back to 10th century in Arab culture for liver & digestive ailments. Now considered a common ‘weed’ throughout much of the world, dandelion is not to be confused with Cats ears or false dandelion, which is covered with simple hairs and grows flat to the ground with several flowers, whereas True dandelion only has one flower.

Traditionally the leaves have been used for their diuretic action supporting kidney function. This was supported by one study which found a significant increase in the frequency of urination in the 5 hours after the first dose. Whereas the root has traditionally been used to support liver and gallbladder function, such as to stimulate the appetite and detoxification processes, assist digestive complaints and mild constipation.

A 2020 scientific review found dandelion had an anti-obesity effect via several mechanisms including lipid metabolism, reduction of liver inflammation/oxidation and improvement of insulin resistance. Another 2021 review of dandelions effect on human health examined 54 studies and found 12 medicinal properties found in scientific literature namely diuretic, hepatoprotective, anticolitis, immunoprotective, antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial, antiarthritic, antidiabetic, antiobesity, antioxidant and anticancer effects. These require further human studies to understand these further.

Dandelion can be used as a tea or added to salads, smoothies, juices omelettes, fritters or flowers dipped in batter. The roots can be roasted and ground for non-caffeine coffee substitute. The leaves are highly nutritious vitamins and minerals particularly iron & B vitamins.

Dandelion Orange Salad (Isabell Shipard)

1 teaspoon orange rind
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
½ cup orange juice
3 tablespoons olive juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 clove crushed garlic
Mix together with 4 handfuls of dandelion leaves & serve

BOOK AN APPOINTMENT ONLINE FOR YOUR INDIVIDUALLY TAILORED & CORRECTLY DOSED PRESCRIPTION OF ‘PRACTITIONER ONLY’ QUALITY HERBALS.

This information is intended for educational purposes only. Please consult a health care provider before pursuing any herbal treatments. Herbs can interact with pharmaceutical medications. References available on request.