Women of all ages encounter health problems and imbalances which respond very quickly to natural therapeutics and herbal care. In so doing, they become attuned to their individual cycles, as well as the changing and individual needs of their bodies. The following is a list of common health conditions and concerns which respond well to natural therapeutics (therapeutic herbs, dietary healing, bodywork, and other holistic methods , combined in a healing program): Uterine Fibroids, thyroid imbalances, asthma, hormonal balancing, menstrual cycle difficulties and symptoms, skin problems and disorders, fatigue, digestive disorders of all kinds, night sweats, and all other menopause conditions, fibromyalgia, immune system concerns/low immunity, depression and anxiety, joint and muscle movement problems, endometroisis, anemia, recovery from trauma and additictions - and more. Dietary Healing seeks to support the body tissue needs with better absorption of nutrients, improved digestive function, and quite possibly a new diet "template". This results in increased vitality, beneficial intestinal flora, hormonal balance for the adrenals, reproductive glands, thyroid and pancreas. Fundamental changes over a gradual period of time alleviate the dependence on expensive "supplements". A better diet plan for individual clients is available after assessment during a consultation. Use of Herbs and Herbal Therapeutics: Herbs are amazing and wonderful! Different herbs have affinities for body systems, such as respiratory, digestive, reproductive, endocrine. Herbal Healing works best with expert direction, after optimum assessment and intake. Herbs provide qualities and actions such as antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, emollient (softening), vulnarery (would healing) , cleansing, and many more therapeutic qualities. Buying something in a store can feel like a shot in the dark for several reasons: 1: the formula may not be vital or potent; 2: no directions are provided as to individual dose and frequency based on custom need 3: a misunderstanding may be in place as to what is actually needed ; 4: most consumers have very little knowledge of herbal therapeutics. Medicinal herbalists offer education and instruction to their clients in the use of herbs, as well as often providing potent and vital formulations , custom directed to the need at hand. Follow up, providing resources, and recommendations within an overall holistic context round out the healing program to best effect. Herbalists, natural healers, and others do not consider herbs to be "supplements". Herbs are not supplementing anything, they are simply there, providing food, nutrients, and many variations of therapeutic value. They are part of the whole , holistic picture available to anyone seeking well being and health. To agree to see them as "supplements" is to take on a belief that they are outside of some more intact, inner circle of reality- and this view is simply not the truth. Herbs as foods and medicines have been a natural part of human and animal reality for many thousands of years - they are our natural heritage and birthright to use. Herbs have been used by all cultures all over the world for eons for nutrition, healing, and balance. It is actually only in our country, with its' current politics, that herbs and herbal use have been distorted and maligned. Herbalists such as Mary Light are trained in the proper use, parts, dosage, and frequency of herbs for a variety of health needs, internally and externally. Motherwort, for example, is classically beneficial in reducing night sweats and tension patterns. Hawthorn is a safe and pleasant tonic for the circulation system. Various nervine herbs assist with the rebuilding of a frayed nervous system, and are used to improve sleep quality, allay anxiety, decrease inflammation, and address a wide variety of nervous system states of imbalance. Herbs also bring a history of successful use for conception and fertility issues. A consultation brings guidance to the client in the use of herbs for well being and healing. Herbal Contraception and Fertility Awareness has been practiced as successfully as other birth control methods, and in many cases, even more reliably. Queen Anne's lace ( Daucus carota) is used all over the world as a family planning herb within the context of fertility awareness. Other herbs and natural health care create an environment conducive to conception. Mary Light offers regularly scheduled group consultations about this approach , as well as private health consultations. To register for a group class/consult, or to make a confidential private appointment, call her directly at 734-769-7794. |
