We are not doctors or pharmacists
If plants have inspired the pharmaceutical industry for the production of many drugs, “herbal” specialists insist that the plant world does not replace medicine.
Laurence Dumont, who runs a herbalist in Namur, reminds us that we don’t do everything and anything when it comes to health: “We are not doctors or pharmacists. We always advise to have a medical opinion to be able to inform the customers as well as possible.
Active ingredients
“Remember that plants have active ingredients. This means that there are also contraindications. This is why, for example, we are not going to give a few plants that will thin the blood to someone who are already taking blood thinners. It is important to ask the question carefully each time to know what we can advise them. In case of uncertainty, customers should be asked to ask their doctor, then get back to us if needed.“
Without a doubt, herbalism is experiencing a new outbreak. If science and nature can in some cases complement each other, it is necessary to find the right formula with wise and natural caution.