FAQ & Herbal News — Dr. Ali Aljratli | Herbal & Natural Medicine

Frequently asked questions

Before you begin

Can herbs really heal?

There is a growing recognition that herbs can play a vital role in promoting good health. Unlike drugs, many herbs are taken as tonics — that is, like many vitamins, they can be used primarily to maintain good health. We offer advice, treatments and consultation on the correct herbs for your wellbeing.

Are herbs always safe to use?

Without specialist knowledge, herbs can harm. Many people attempt to mix herbs themselves without realising that herbs can interact with conventional medicines, causing dangerous reactions. Don't mess with your health — seek a professional. Your health is the most important thing you possess; don't lose it.

Will herbal medicine replace my current treatment?

No. Herbal care is designed to work alongside conventional medicine, not replace it. Always keep your GP informed of any new treatment, and never stop prescribed medication without medical advice.

How do consultations and treatment plans work?

Every plan begins with a comprehensive assessment to understand your health history and goals, identify underlying imbalances, and analyse physical, metabolic, lifestyle and environmental factors. From there, Dr. Aljratli constructs an individualised herbal protocol made specifically for you.

How much does treatment cost?

Costs vary by the individual procedures and herbal treatments involved. Please contact us by telephone or email and we'll be happy to talk through the costs for your particular needs.

Latest Herbal News Worldwide

From around the world of herbal research

Indian herbal extract regulates blood sugar & cholesterol

Gymnema sylvestre, which grows in the Indian subcontinent, has been used as a natural folk medicine for maintaining optimal health since 6000 BC. Several Indian tribes have used its leaves for centuries as a folk remedy. It has been clinically studied for helping maintain blood sugar and cholesterol levels, with no side effects reported.

New Delhi (IANS)

Spearmint tea and excess-hair conditions

Drinking two cups of spearmint tea a day might help treat women with a condition that causes excess hair growth on the face, breasts and stomach, Turkish researchers report. The tea is said to work by lowering the levels of circulating male hormones in these women.

Phytotherapy Research

Rose-hips for rheumatoid arthritis

Rose-hips could offer a cheap and effective way of easing debilitating rheumatoid arthritis, research from Germany and Denmark has suggested. In a six-month trial of 74 sufferers, activity among those taking the rose-hip remedy improved by 20–25%, according to results presented at the annual EULAR meeting.

Germany & Denmark study

Herbs as everyday tonics

Studies suggest some herbs can support healthy cholesterol, improve blood circulation and enhance immune function — helping the body maintain good health. Increasingly, people prefer to take a herb that helps them stay well rather than a drug once they are already unwell.

Herbal Healing Clinic