Sage (Salvia Officinalis) has two main uses. It has anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties (due to the presence of diterpenes) which, along with it's astringent and mucous busting properties (due to the presence of thujone), make it an ideal gargle for mouth and throat infections such as...

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Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is best known as the rich yellow spice used in curries but it's culinary use doesn't come close to showcasing the properties of this multi-talented herb. In medical terms it is referred to as a Non Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAID) which basically means it is a...

As we are in between clinics here at Vital Spirit Natural Health I am currently doing home visits for my consultations. The same standard of care is available as when you would visit a clinic but I do need somewhere private to conduct the consultation and simply deliver your herbs and/or...

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is an excellent herb for conditions of the lung. Because of its mucolytic properties (ie ability to break down mucous) it is ideal for conditions such as bronchitis and asthma. It is considered a relaxing expectorant so whilst it creates a productive cough it also has the...

Although Valerian is most known for it's use as a sedative, it has a strong history of use or other nervous conditions such as heart palpitations.    Valerian contains a volatile oil component  (valerianic acid) which gives it the distinctive odour, volatile alkaloids (eg...

  Hypericum perforatum, commonly known as St John’s Wort is traditionally, empirically and scientifically used to address depression in the individual, a condition caused by a disturbance of brain neurotransmitters (eg serotonin) responsible for mood. St John’s Wort has the ability to...

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The Vital Spirit Natural Health clinic will be open for business from the start of July 2008.  Appointments can be made from 26th May onwards. Clinic hours are listed on this site.