Herbal Medicine
Western & Chinese
Chinese Herbal Medicine
is one of the great herbal systems of the world, with an unbroken tradition going back to the 3rd century BC. Yet throughout its history it has continually developed in response to changing clinical conditions, and has been sustained by research into every aspect of its use. This process continues today with the development of modern medical diagnostic techniques and knowledge.
Chinese Herbal Medicine, along with the other components of Chinese medicine, is based on the concepts of Yin and Yang. It aims to understand and treat the many ways in which the fundamental balance and harmony between the two may be undermined and the ways in which a person's Qi or vitality may be depleted or blocked. Clinical strategies are based upon diagnosis of patterns of signs and symptoms that reflect an imbalance.
Herb Walks
Learn to identify and use many edible and medicinal plants that grow in Peckham Rye Park. These herb walks introduce botanical pharmacology and everyday recipes for teas and medicinal potions. Learn the basics of holistic healing where nature is the classroom. These plant walks emphasize understanding the medicinal actions of plants through taste and smell, as well as through traditional and clinical indications.
Pauline organises these herb walks on a regular basis.
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