Herbal Medicines

Herbal medicines are extracts from plants which typically come from roots, leaves or flowers.

Herbal medicines are extracts from plants which typically come from roots, leaves or flowers. These medicines are usually in the form of a powder which will likely be in capsules or in the form of a liquid, known as a tincture. While there are other forms of herbal medicines, these two modes of delivery are the primary ones. Herbal medicines typically have pharmacological activity which tends to stimulate natural healing mechanisms in the body, for example, they can be used to balance hormones, and to help a person cope with stress.