Phytotherapy - Naturheilzentrum Huettmann

Whether flowers, leaves, roots or bark: All of these plant parts are now available not only in the form of teas but you can also find them processed in tinctures, ointments, juices, powders, drops or pills.
The effect of medicinal plants comes from their complex composition of essential oils, bitters, tannins and minerals, trace elements and vitamins.
In order for these ingredients to work optimally, proper harvesting and drying and careful processing and storage are important.
For use in a tea, it is better to take individual plants, as they often require very different preparation methods.
Teas can also be used for inhalations, baths, and compresses, or for gargling.

Conventional medicine has now recognized the healing powers of substances of natural origin and includes them in their therapies.
However, herbal supplements also have side effects, which is why pregnant women, allergic and immune-compromised patients must not take them without medical advice. If you want to collect and administer herbs, you should have a very good knowledge of botany to avoid confusion or poisoning.
To be safe, it is better to buy the herbs at the pharmacy.
There, the substances are subject to the strict criteria of the pharmacopoeia and, in addition, a fixed amount of active ingredient is guaranteed. Dried herbs must always be kept dry and tightly sealed in a dark place at home.