1. When should herbs be taken?

Usually with meals, which allows for better digestion. If unsure, read the label, which is a good guide. Some need to be on an empty stomach and some with plenty of water.

2. Can herbs be taken with medications?

It is good to separate herbs from medications by about two hours. Medications are strong and can destroy the effectiveness of the herb. Some herbs should not be taken with certain medications. Be sure to make me aware of any medications when asking for yourself specifically.

3. Will I need to take the herbs "forever?"

Probably not! Most of us will want to take at least a few herbs most of the time to compensate for nutritional shortfalls in our diet or to keep our body in a healthy cleansing mode. But once initial problems have been addressed, the herbs you first took can either be discontinued or drastically reduced.


4. Aren't herbs just another form of medicine?

Herbs are food. Food that is nourishing and that has been used throughout the centuries for various troubles. Certain herbs have proven themselves for specific weaknesses and stresses and can usually be taken with great safety and even in large amounts at times. Herbs, because they are not synthetic reproductions, are easily digested and metabolized and do not leave undesirable and dangerous side effects. This assumes that the herbs are clean, safe, and meet high quality control standards. It is important to contact an herb specialist who can help you with specific concerns so that you do not get an herb contraindicated for your concern.


5. Isn't it too bad that insurance doesn't cover the cost of herbs?

Maybe. It would certainly be cost effective for insurance companies to cover alternative health products and treatments. One must recognize however, that insurance is a very complicated scenario plagued with paperwork, proving and profit. This might create increased regulation, costs to the provider of products and you know where all that leads. Paying from the pocket increases a sense of responsibility to follow through, to make proper lifestyle changes and greater accountability.


6. Are there any "side effects" to herbal programs?

There could be. You may get better in areas that you were not expecting. The body degenerates by the "domino" effect. When you get that "problem" domino fixed, other dominoes tend to correct themselves also. Using herbs may create a cleansing effect, which can initially create a headache or some tiredness as the body makes adjustments to levels of health and nutrients it has not been accustomed to. Many people feel initially better and then later experience a slight cleansing response after which they are able to sustain a higher level of health. Herbs are wonderful!


7. Is there a specific diet I should follow?

Generally, you are given instructions on that during a consultation. People are different and diets are different. Soft drinks are OUT! You can't get well with those in the picture. Junk food should be minimized as much as possible. Learn to use whole grains, farm raised meats, fresh fruits and vegetables as much as possible. In other words, pretend you are moving back in time! If you can't get raw milk, skip the milk. Use whipping cream and butter, never margarine or whipped toppings. You know, just the real thing whenever possible and back to basics!