I am a Chartered Herbalist, certified by the Dominion Herbal College, British Columbia, 2002.
A chartered herbalist is trained in anatomy, physiology, pathology, diagnosis of disease, herbal plant constituents, contraindications, preparation of tinctures, infusions, salves and other formularies, dosage and nutrition.

Owner of Flatrock Botanicals, established 1999, providing organically grown flowers, vegetables, culinary and medicinal herbs to home gardeners.  I have over 20 years' experience growing plants, both in the UK and Newfoundland.

As a herbalist, I can demystify  herbal medicine and provide practical natural alternatives for your health care needs.  As a grower, I can provide you with organically grown live plants selected to thrive in the Newfoundland and Labrador climate.

I am pleased to provide the following services:

1.   Practical workshops on the following topics:

•     Growing & Harvesting Herbs
•     Herbal First Aid
•     Herbal Skin Care Products NEW!  Try out one of our luxurious skin care creams. Affordable health & beauty!

2.   Presentations on herbs and herbal medicine at garden clubs, health organizations, schools and   community groups.

3.   Growing, harvesting and drying herbs

4.   Consultation on the use of herbal products

5.   Preparation of herbal formulas

If you or your group is interested in a presentation or workshop, or would like to consult with me on any aspect of growing herbs or herbal medicine, please contact me at [email protected] or by telephone at (709) 437-6562.

As a trained herbalist, I am pleased to be able to share my knowledge of plants and their healing powers with you and would like to provide the following information as a starting point for your interest in herbal medicine.

• Herbs have been used as medicine for thousands of years and are safe, natural and effective when used correctly.
• Herbs are also drugs and should be treated as such, only taking them to relieve a symptom or provide preventative therapy.
• Herbs can be used to treat a variety of problems that you would usually treat with over the counter drugs, such as headaches, colds and flu, bruises, sprains, arthritis, menopause....the list goes on.
• Herbs are easily cultivated and processed and economical to use.
• A herbalist can provide you with information and training on the growing, harvesting and use of herbs safely and effectively.

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