Rose & Balm

24/12/2022

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

02/11/2022

Is stress making you tired?

If stress is ongoing it can make you feel exhausted all the time.

My latest article explores 6 herbal remedies that are excellent for helping fatigue caused by stress.

They are my absolute go-to herbs in my clinical practice.

Read the article to learn more.

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Are you struggling with stress-related fatigue? If so, then you need to take action. This article focuses on six excellent herbal remedies that can be part of your action strategy. Stress-Related Fatigue Stress is a significant cause of tiredness. Fatigue is more than tiredness; it is where you feel...

24/10/2022

As you approach menopause you may find yourself struggling with poor memory and concentration.

🌹 If so, you may be suffering with menopause brain fog.

My latest article takes a look at menopause brain fog and offers some simple tips on how you can manage this common menopause symptom.

https://roseandbalm.co.uk/women/natural-menopause-how-to-manage-brain-fog-with-these-simple-tips/

Have you found yourself finding it hard to focus or difficult to remember? Did you lose your keys only to discover that you have put them in the fridge? You may have menopause brain fog. Read on to learn more and discover simple tips to help manage this common menopause symptom. What is Menopause Br...

27/09/2022

I thought it would be nice to introduce myself ...

My name is Sarah Flower (yes really that is my birth name!). So, of course, becoming a herbalist was a natural progression for me 😂

I trained to be a Medical Herbalist at Middlesex University and qualified in 2003.

I live in Brighton, East Sussex, UK.

I am a single parent with 1 son, who has just turned 17 years old. He is, of course, pretty epic, and I am very proud of him.

You may know me from Brighton Apothecary, which was located in the Open Market. Very sadly, my business partners and I made the difficult decision to close our lovely apothecary last year.

However, as one door closes another opens. I decided to bring my herbal business online and so Rose & Balm was born 🌹

I currently offer herbal consultations online and UK wide.

My discovery of herbal medicine began with recurrent bouts of severe bronchitis that antibiotics could not resolve. A friend lent me a copy of David Hoffman's New Holistic Herbal and I was instantly fascinated. And, the recommended herbs for bronchitis worked!

I love to share information about herbs and their uses. I try to add articles to blog as often as I can.

If you'd like to keep in touch and receive links to my latest blog articles and offers, then please sign up for my newsletter. Link in the Bio.

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19/08/2022

For September and August I'm offering free consultations for minor illness.

This includes simple self-limiting infections such as:

👉 Colds and coughs
👉 Acute sinus infections
👉 Sore throats
👉 Skin infections

All consultations are done on zoom or Google meet.

Consultations take approximately 20 minutes.

The herbal remedy is a bespoke formula specific to your needs.

Herbal remedies cost £8.50 per 100ml of tincture. This lasts between 4 and 7 days depending on the dose you need.

Most people will require 100 or 200ml of tincture.

Postage and packaging is £5.50 first class as a flat rate.

Repeat orders can be ordered by email.

Offer available UK only.

You can book here: https://calendly.com/roseandbalm/free-discovery-call

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08/06/2022

Rose is a wonderful herb that you can use during perimenopause and after.

🌹 A mild nerve tonic and herbal relaxant. So it helps to make feel calmer whilst helping you become more resilient to stress.

🌹 It is lovely and cooling and helps with hot flushes. Hot flushes are often worse when you are feeling anxious.

🌹 An herb that is ideal to use during perimenopause.

👉 It tastes a little strong on its own but blends very well with lavender and lemon balm to make a delicious herbal tea.

👉 You can find rose as a tincture or use the dried petals to make a tea.

👉 Avoid during pregnancy.

🌹 Shown is Rosa gallica, also known as 'The Apothecary's Rose' 🌹

Have you ever tried rose medicine? Let me know in the comments below 👇

03/06/2022

Wondering which herbs can help with fatigue during perimenopause and after?

Stress and anxiety can make fatigue during perimenopause worse.

One of the herbs that can be used to help with relaxation is rose. Rose is also lovely and cooling. It blends well with other herbs such as lavender and lemon balm to make a delicious herbal tea.

You can find out more about which herbs can be used to help with fatigue during perimenopause in my latest blog post.

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Introduction Have you noticed that you are feeling more tired than usual lately? For women in their forties, this fatigue may be due to perimenopause. Read on to find out which are the best herbs to overcome perimenopause fatigue. For lifestyle and dietary tips to help please read How to Increase En...

27/05/2022

Have you been wondering if your fatigue is because of perimenopause?

Perimenopause is the time where you hormonal levels change leading up to menopause.

One of the most common symptoms during time is fatigue.

There are some changes that you make to your diet that may be helpful:

👉 Eat protein in every meal. Low blood sugar levels can make you feel very tired. Protein helps to balance your blood sugar levels. Vegan sources of protein include beans, lentils and pulses, and nuts and seeds.

👉 Whole grain foods, such as whole grain bread and brown rice, release their sugars more slowly than refined carbohydrates. This also helps to balance your sugar levels.

👉 Sugary and refined carbohydrates cause a spike in your blood sugar levels. Your body then releases insulin in response leading to sudden reduction in blood sugar levels. This can make you feel extremely tired.

👉 Anxiety or insomnia will only make your fatigue worse. Magnesium deficiency is fairly common and can make you feel more anxious and disrupt sleep. Find magnesium in green leafy vegetables, pulses, and nuts.

👉 Phytoestrogens are naturally occurring oestrogen-like substances in plants. This can help to balance your hormones around menopause. Find in plant foods including beans, lentils, pulses, and nuts and seeds. Linseeds and soya are especially good sources.

👉 To be able to absorb phytoestrogens in the diet you need to have a healthy population of good bacteria in your diet. Ensure that you have plenty of fibre in your diet to help good bacteria thrive.

Have you been struggling with fatigue lately? Tell me in the comments below 👇

24/05/2022

New blog post! If you are struggling with fatigue due to perimenopause - or after menopause - this is for you!

I take a look at how several factors can interact to worsen fatigue around this time.

I have found the fatigue during perimenopause and after to be very difficult to cope with. Sadly, I found that making 1 lifestyle change didn't help. I've had to make several changes that are now making things much easier to deal with.

I hope you find the article useful.

If you have any questions then please pop them in the comments - or you can DM me if you prefer.

Introduction Are you in your forties and have found you seem to be struggling with fatigue? Fatigue both during perimenopause and after is common. Read on to find out how you can improve your energy levels. How Common is Fatigue During Perimenopause? Women reach menopause after 12 months without a m...