1. Why use herbal extracts and not herbs in capsule form?
2. Why use an alcohol base?When herbs are brewed in a diluted alcohol base, ALL of the properties of the herbs are extracted, unlike those in a glycerin base. This way you get every benefit possible from the herbs. If you are sensitive to alcohol put the dose of tincture in a little hot water for a minute or so. It will evaporate the alcohol.
3. Will herbs and vitamins contraindicate the medications that I am now taking?
We can not discuss your prescribed medications with you. Questions about those should be directed to your medical doctor. We can say that research states that most herbs do not contraindicate any medications prescribed by your Medical Doctor. Before you take any herbs you will want to consult your health care professional or purchase a book on herbs and their properties. Always check with your health care professional if you are pregnant, nursing, or on anti-depressants before taking herbs.
4. Is an herbal remedy safe?Contrary to popular belief, when taken in the right dosage, most herbs are very safe. Again, you will need to read labels, and be educated. Here at All Is Well, Inc, all of our herbal tinctures contain herbs that have been used for centuries to help people with their physical challenges.
5. Will I see a difference in my health right away?
I can make no healing claims and there is no way of knowing how long it will take or even if your particular condition will respond. Natural Medicine works as a catalyst to your body’s own healing power. No bullets or band-aids as with drugs. With that in mind, it really takes a commitment to your wellness, as it may take a few months to a few years to heal the body / mind and spirit. However, I can say that I have seen miracles in my office using natural medicine. If you stick with it, you will be able to see and feel positive changes along the way. How fast or if you heal is up to you.
6. What if I think I am having a reaction to an herbal remedy?I say the same thing to everyone about this. Every body system is different. Sometimes herbs can start detoxing the system and you will get some die off symptoms. You can read the article on detoxification at www.alliswellinc.com/empoweringinfo.html. I would suggest you stop the remedy for a day or two until your symptoms subside. It may take a few tries to get used to a remedy. If you do this a couple of times and still are bothered by it, then just stop altogether. There may be a better remedy for you.
7. How long do I take herbs? That depends on what you are working on. If you are detoxing or using a mind/body/spirit treatment I would suggest one month minimum. If you are working on more chronic conditions, you may take some herbal remedies indefinitely. The herbal extracts in our weight loss Good to Go pack require a minimum of three months to see good results.
8. Are there any good books on herbs that you would suggest?
Actually if you are just looking for properties of herbs, I would suggest The Herb Book by John Lust. I have also compiled a list of books that I think would be good to have in your library. I absolutely do not agree with every protocol or opinion in the books on this list. It is just a good start. Check them out here.
The most important thing to remember is that healing the body/mind/spirit is an ongoing process. Rejoice in all of your successes no matter how small they may seem right now. The Divine Power that created us gave our cells infinite intelligence. They know how to heal themselves naturally, given the right environment. Here at All Is Well, Inc we offer knowledge about
herbs, nutrition and holistic modalities that may benefit you.
