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Herbal Medicine
Natural Nutrition
I have been involved with Herbal Medicine for many years both as a manufacturer and as a Medical Herbalist. I qualified with a first class Bsc degree in Herbal Medicine at the University of Westminster, and am a member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists (NIMH).
Western herbal medicine is characterised by a person-
The patient is assessed via a thorough case history, taking account of family history, personal health history and lifestyle choices.
The therapy is directed at the causes, not just the presenting symptoms. Treating the body as a whole involves working not only with the physical, but also the mental and emotional aspects of the condition.
I use the information obtained during the taking of the case history to make an assessment of the vitality and constitution of the patient. The choice of herbs in the prescription is based on this assessment.
The prescription may vary substantially between individual patients apparently presenting with a similar condition.
Herbal treatment is commonly backed up by appropriate advice on lifestyle, particularly natural nutrition, where diet and the state of your digestive processes are carefully reviewed.
Clinic Hours and Fees:
I practice at the Natural Health Clinic on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
First Consultation (minimum 1 hour): £40, children (under 18) £25.
Follow-
Medicines are charged additionally and cost from £6 to £10 per week, depending on what is being prescribed.
Tel: 0117 974 1199 • 39 Cotham Hill, Bristol, BS6 6JY
I also run courses and workshops around the local area with the Urban Fringe Pharmacy Project, a community based health intitiative.
For further information on me, my practice, and to access resources to do with specific conditions, and nutritional matters, please visit my website: www.maxdrake.co.uk , or contact me directly by email: max @maxdrake.co.uk
