Medicinal herbs are used to prevent and treat diseases and ailments or to promote health and healing. Homeopathic and naturopathic remedies frequently employ the use of herbs either in pill form, as a brewed tea or in an emollient and applied directly to the skin. Resources in the Alternative Medicine: Herbs category include industry associations, reference material, online communities and message boards to discuss herbal medicine, articles and news.
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American Botanical Council
A comprehensive online resource for herbal news and information.
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BC Herb Growers Association
Established to support development programs and research projects on herbal studies through workshops and conferences.
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Botanical.com
Home of the electronic version of "A Modern Herbal" by Maud Grieve.
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Daisy Institute
References and guide on various herbal remedies available for treatment applications.
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European Herbal and Traditional Medicine Practitioners Association
Representing members across Europe; includes information on different types of traditional medicine plus articles on legislation and registration.
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Grandmas Herbal Remedies
Find information on the healing properties of various herbs and keeping healthy.
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Herb Net
Information and resources on herbs, including associations, herb facts, classifieds, message board, and newsletter.
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Herb Society of America
Dedicated to promoting the knowledge, use and delight of herbs through educational programs, research, and sharing the experience of its members with the community.
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Herb Wisdom
Detailed listings of articles discussing various health topics and related resources on herbal products and services.
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Herbal Contraception
Introduces the applications and uses of herbal potions and pessaries in pregnancy prevention.
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Herbs Guide
Contains information on medicinal and natural herbs.
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Juniper and Sage Herbs and Things
Introduces the steps in various herbal preparations in providing remedies for several illnesses. Also with information on the uses of essential oils in reducing body pains and discomforts.
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Medicines And Foods From The Wild
Profiles a variety of wild plant's uses in herbal treatments. With contact information and related resources provided.
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Natural Antibiotics
Provides information and advice on the use of natural, herbal antibiotics for humans and for dogs, with links to relevant research.
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Natural Remedies
Highlights popular alternative solutions to common health conditions.
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Plant Healer Magazine
Find information on a magazine focusing on traditional Western herbalism.
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Susun Weed
Herbalist and author of women's health books, invites you to rediscover the Wise Woman Tradition, herbal medicine healing, and how to make home remedies.
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Trickstar in the Herb Garden
Shows tips and advices on herbal preparations with list of properties and glossary of terms included.
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United Plant Savers
Aims to protect native medicinal plants of the United States and Canada and their native habitat. Includes resources, event listings and an at risk register.