Liz Milham Herbal Medicine

17/01/2026

Teaching is an important part of my herbal practice, and I always value the opportunity to pass on knowledge to the next generation of herbalists. Some days I’m lecturing, other days like today, I’m marking work. As a final year tutor for the IRCH School of Herbal Medicine it brings me joy to see that herbal legacy passed on.

04/01/2026

Interesting study. Mitochondrial dysfunction has been increasingly implicated in inflammation, autoimmune conditions, cardiovascular and liver disease, among others. The key takeaway is the importance of supporting mitochondrial health. Getting the fundamentals right - nutrient-dense diet, adequate hydration, quality sleep, stress management, and regular physical activity - goes a long way. Targeted herbal support may also be beneficial, depending on individual needs.

Mitochondria are the energy production centers in cells and have unique genetic information. Due to the irreplaceable function of mitochondria, mitochondrial dysfunction often leads to pathological changes. Mitochondrial dysfunction induces an imbalance between oxidation and antioxidation, mitochond...

21/12/2025

Wishing you Yule and Solstice blessings, a very Merry Christmas and good health, love, laughter, peace and happiness for 2026!

The clinic is open again on 14th January.

11/12/2025

Today I’m powdering dried nettle leaf (Urticaria dioica). Once it’s ground, I sift it carefully so the powder is fine and even - perfect for filling capsules.
is such an important herb in my dispensary, and it features in several of my capsule, tea, and tincture blends. It’s deeply nutritive, supports healthy elimination of metabolic waste, and acts as a tonic for the kidneys. Nettle also helps modulate inflammation and is a valuable ally in formulations for joint issues such as arthritis or gout.

Beyond internal use, a nettle tea rinse can add shine to dark hair and can support healthy scalp circulation, which is important for minimising hair loss. This is very similar to rosemary. The rhizome has a long tradition of use along with other herbs, for benign prostatic enlargement, while the seed is a superb adrenal tonic. So much healing from one plant!

05/12/2025

I’ve been making herbal tea blends in the clinic today. Herbal infusions (teas) is such a traditional and time-honoured way to enjoy herbs. They are simple, soothing, and absolutely delicious!

The first, is a classic blend of organic chamomile, rose and lavender. It’s comforting, relaxing, and deeply supportive for moments when your nervous system needs a little extra care.

The second tea pictured is my Vitamin Tea - a vibrant blend of highly nutritious herbs, rosehips, sea buckthorn berries and elderberries. Comforting and packed with natural goodness, it’s a delicious way to nourish yourself through these cold dark winter months!

01/12/2025

This lovely plant is Burdock (Arctium lappa). We mostly work with the root, and It is a mild bitter with a kind of sweetness. It is also much less drying than some bitter herbs as it is moderately oily. Burdock is one of the first herbs I think of when treating someone with a chronic skin condition. In these situations often the main therapeutic actions we need are depuratives and alteratives, and this will often will involve bitter herbs. These actions support the elimination organs and in old herbals you will find them referred to as blood purifiers. Burdock works on the liver, kidneys and lymphatic system so works on all the things we need to be doing. Burdock can be very helpful when there is a metabolic aspect to the condition, and it can be useful when improving blood sugar levels. It also has a good amount of soluble fibre and inulin, a prebiotic starch, so it also feeds the helpful gut bacteria.

27/11/2025

Today I’m whipping up a batch of my almost-famous Muscle & Joint Relief balm. Crafted with herb-infused olive oil, soothing essential oils, Shea butter and beeswax, this balm is designed to bring comforting support to tired muscles and overworked joints. The blend melts together beautifully - if only you could smell the calming herbaceous aroma as it comes together!

I always create this balm in small batches to ensure maximum freshness and quality. Packaged in dark glass jars with aluminium lids, it’s completely cruelty-free and earth friendly. Your body will thank you for a little botanical TLC!

26/11/2025

Today is a full one - seeing patients and crafting their remedies. Each blend I make is unique, usually combining around seven herbs chosen specifically for that individual. Herbs work best in partnership; their properties layer and enhance one another, creating a synergistic formula designed to support the root cause, rather than the symptoms. This personalised approach matters because some herbs warm while others cool; some stimulate while others relax; some dry tissue while others moisten. When these qualities are carefully balanced, the result is a remedy perfectly matched to the person in front of me. It’s a level of precision and harmony that a single off the shelf herb from a shop simply can’t match. Crafted for the person not the condition!

14/11/2025

Keeping your knowledge base up to date is essential while in herbal practice, so that you can offer the very best to those who consult you, so continuing professional development is essential. This is why it is a requirement of my professional registration body and training school, the IRCH . Today I’m spending some time looking at herbs and kidney function on a webinar by two very well known and respected herbalists, Simon Mills and Kerry Bone. One of the things I love about herbalism is that there’s always more to learn!

13/11/2025

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08/11/2025

Interesting meta-analysis of data on the positive effects of a gluten free diet for those with Hashimoto's thyroiditis!

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (HT) is the most common autoimmune disease. HT may be associated with nonthyroidal autoimmune diseases, including celiac disease (CD) or other gluten-related conditions (GRC). In the last years, interest about gluten-free ...

05/11/2025

I’m looking back to warmer days when the Elecampane (Inula helenium) was coming into flower. As the weather turns colder, winter viruses begin to raise their heads, and Inula is an indispensable herbal ally. Its taste is perfume-like with a bitter aftertaste. It is tonic to the lungs, an expectorant, and a digestive. I work with Inula especially when somebody had a cough with a lot of catarrh. It is also antiseptic, and helps to repair damage to mucosal tissue. Not only all of that, but it contains a good amount of inulin, which feeds helpful gut bacteria thereby supporting the immune system.