Herbal Medicine is the practice of using herbs, botanicals, and other plant constituents to support the physical and emotional body.

Herbal formulas can be in the form of teas, tinctures, syrups, encapsulations, or powders. Dr Alexandria is well-versed in Western and Chinese herbs. We create custom herbal formulas that are specialized for the individual using a combination of herbs that are most appropriate for our patients.

Western vs. Eastern Herbalism

Western herbalism may include a single herb or a small combination of herbs. They are often prescribed for a particular symptom or set of symptoms.

Chinese herbalism is different in that it focuses on restoring a balance of energy, body, and spirit to maintain health rather than on treating a particular disease or medical condition. Herbs (formulas) are chosen with the goal of restoring balance based on the Chinese Medicine pattern the patient presents with.

Herbal formulations in general may consist of several different ingredients taken in the form of teas, powders, pills, tinctures, or syrups. Chinese herbal formulas can be individually constructed according to the patient’s presentation and are modified as symptoms change.