Herbal medicines are considered as the oldest medicine used by humans and are still considered to be one of the most common natural medicine. Even most of the modern allopathic medicines are derived from plant extracts. 

In most of the developing countries, the herbal medicines are a way to meet the health care needs of the people who do not have access to the modern medicines. 

The herbal medicines are the result of the therapeutic experiences of several indigenous species. The demand for the herbal medicines is increasing due to their low cost, effectiveness and lesser side effects. 

These medicines have been proved very effective in treating age-related disorders like osteoporosis, memory loss, immune disorders, etc. This has increased the demand for herbal medicines and expanded the market for the herbal products. 

Facts About Herbs 

• Our ancestors from a long time have used herbs in different forms. They not only used the herbs in food preparation but also in different remedies. Herbs were the most common ingredients for medicinal preparations used for treating various diseases. 
• The Egyptians used the herbs for different medicinal and religious purposes dating as far as 3500 B.C. On the other hand, the Chinese began to explore the benefits of the herbs in 2500 B.C. Many scripts suggest the use of the herbs in Chinese medicines. 
• The discovery of America itself resulted from western civilisation quest for the new routes to gain access to herbs and spices. In order to find new trade routes, Columbus discovered America and the age of exploration unveiled the new world. 
• The western medicine moved away from herbalism relying on the chemicals to cure diseases. The medicines contained several chemicals developed over the years but the fact is that these medicines were based on the active ingredients present in the plants and herbs. 
• The use of herbs has not been limited only to preparing medicines but has extended to preparing food. There are numerous herbs such as the Basil, Thyme, Rosemary, Oregano, Cilantro, etc. that are popularly used in the preparation of different cuisines. They add to the taste and nutritional value of the food. 
• The herbs or herbal products can be more than just spices or medicines as they have many more uses. Various massages and relaxing therapies such as aromatherapy largely depend upon the use of herbs.

Many of the traditional medicines use herb in treating different ailments and improving the health. Some of the popular healing practices using herbs are described below in detail:

• Indian Traditional Medicine: - The traditional healing system that has existed in India for over 5000 years is known as ‘Ayurveda’. It is a holistic treatment approaching the body, mind and soul as one entity. It diagnosis the body humours - Vata, Pitta and Kapha to achieve the right body balance. The treatment is done with unique combination of the healthy diet and herbal medicines. 
• Traditional Chinese Medicine:-  Herbs have long been used in the traditional Chinese medicines. Despite of using the animals and plant extract, the primary ingredients of medicines have always been botanical. The botanical products were only used after processing using stir-frying or soaking in wine or vinegar. A complex and individualized remedy can be suggested after the traditional diagnosis. It is still very prominent in China with more than half of the population using it.

Pure Herbal Ayurveda Clinic based in Melbourne offers services such as Ayurvedic Body Treatments, Massage Therapy, Herbal Remedies, Ayurveda Weight Loss Treatments, Health Consultation, etc. The clinic is run by G.S Saini, B.A.M.S. M.D (Alternate Medicine) and Pooja Saini, B.A.M.S, an expert in Ayurveda women disorders, which are counted amongst the one of the Best Ayurveda Doctors in Melbourne, Australia.

If you wish to consult Ayurveda, you may choose to contact one of our Ayurveda Practitioners Gurnam Saini or Pooja Saini in Melbourne. Both of our Practitioners are Qualified Ayurveda Doctors from India. You may contact us at "Pure Herbal Ayurved Clinic".  People who can't reach us personally, may choose for online Ayurveda consultation.