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Questions on Healing With Herbs

I am a herbalist, and I am passionate about health, and healing. There are so many ways that we can heal ourselves, and maintain a healthy body, mind and soul. One of my favourite healing modalities, is using herbs for myself, and my family. 1) What is an herb? There seem to be various definitions, as to what an herb actually is. From what I can gather, so to speak: An herb is a plant that is generally fleshy, and seed bearing. It does not have a woody stem. But, I must admit that I have found it difficult to find a definition, as when I think of herbal remedies, they include so much more than this, and many of them include various parts of trees, vines, flowers etc. 2) What is an herbalist? An Herbalist is someone who has studied the healing properties of herbs, and how to heal people, and animals with them. Herbalists educate people, on how to use herbs to promote health, prevent illness, and to cure ailments. Our primary focus is to treat the whole person, and to advise them on ...
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Need To Know About Varicose Vein Surgery

One of the most common conditions of the venous system in the legs, varicose veins affect up to 40 million Americans. According to the American Society of Vascular Surgery, about 15 percent of men and 25 percent of women will get them at some point in their lives. Although it is not commonly a life-threatening disease, varicose veins cause Americans to miss more work than far more severe arterial diseases. What Are They? Standing, walking, and other upright activities put increased pressure on the veins in the leg. When that pressure becomes too great, these blood-carrying pathways may become twisted and enlarged. In addition, the unattractive, large, tortuous blue vessels in the leg can cause severe swelling. Available Treatment Options There are many non-surgical, minimally invasive treatment options that are designed to help patients manage the most severe symptoms of the disorder. Vein surgery is the only permanent solution to the problem. Because this method removes the engorg...
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