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Botanical TherapyBotanical therapy, also known as botanical medicine, or phytotherapy, is the specialty of naturopathic medicine that uses the healing power of herbs. All herbs possess unique healing properties. It is highly effective choice for treating ailments and promoting wellness. 
Botanical therapy uses the healing power of plants derived substances to balance the body at a cellular level. It assists in correcting deficiencies and promotes vitality. It assists you in achieving optimum health. Botanical therapies are a popular choice for individuals who seek natural alternatives to conventional medicines. As society strives for a more holistic approach to their health, clinics, health food stores and supermarkets have more and more herbal remedies available. There seems to be a remedy for every condition imaginable. With so many botanical therapies available, it is difficult to know which ones would benefit you the most. Many have merit, and can be highly effective. However, you should have the benefit of someone who has expertise in the field. The best strategy is to consult with your naturopath. Botanicals are an alternative to conventional pharmaceuticals. Prescriptions are not required to obtain many of these remedies; however it is important, and recommended that the patient follow the advice of the naturopath. The patient should have a complete clinical assessment to determine what botanical therapy remedies should be adopted. This kind of therapy uses many types of plants and flowers as the source of powerful healing substances. The plants, stems, bark and flower of numerous plants can be used in a variety of forms. Botanical therapies can be dispensed as a tea, capsule, tablet, tincture, extract or powder. Herbal medicines are regarded as being as effective as pharmaceutical equivalents, and are often more preferred because they are naturally derived. The importance of obtaining a professional assessment cannot be emphasized enough. At Pinewood Natural Health Centre, one of our skilled and dedicated naturopaths will prescribe a botanical therapy to treat you after completing a comprehensive clinical assessment. You will then be assured the remedies prescribed to you are exactly what you require to achieve your optimum level of wellness. A customized regimen of botanical remedies will be prescribed. This highly individualized course of treatment will assist you on your road to recovery and wellness. Your therapy will be carefully monitored and adjusted as needed. You will also have access to a great deal of awareness about the potent curative power of plants and herbs. For instance, you may be prescribed supplements that will assist with you with losing weight. This botanical treatment could be used along with clinical nutrition counseling to assist you with you this goal. The two therapies would complement one another. Plants and their extracts, and essences are used to treat disease, and promote wellness. Botanical therapy may be used alone to treat a patient, or it may be used in conjunction with other naturopathic therapies, such as nutritional counseling or hydrotherapy. It may also be used in tandem with conventional medicine therapies. Botanical therapy is the ideal choice for those who embrace the idea of naturally derived substances to improve or enhance their health. The idea of using supplements derived from nature is very satisfying to the soul. We feel nurtured by what nature provides through plants and their curative powers. If you live in Mississauga, Etobicoke, North York, Scarborough, Markham, Pickering, Whitby, or Oshawa, we would love to discuss with you how botanical therapy can make a huge impact on your health and well-being our locations are: Toronto: (416) 656-8100 and Pickering: (905) 427-0057
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