We2Wyrdwood Botanicals is a Somerset based herbal medicine clinic and Apothecary run by
Medical Herbalist Nik Hiscock (MNIMH)
What is a Medical Herbalist?
Medical herbalists make use of plants whose traditional uses are backed up by modern scientific research and clinical trials. All members of The National Institute of Herbal Medicine (NIMH) hold a BSc degree or equivalent in Herbal Medicine, have studied orthodox medicine as well as plant medicine and are trained in the same diagnostic skills as a GP. However, herbalists take a holistic approach to illness, treating the underlying cause of disease rather than just the symptoms. They are able to prescribe herbal remedies to be used alongside other medication and treatments, and many patients are referred to a herbalist by their GP for treatment (NIMH 2022)
Further information about herbalists in your area or what happens during a typical consultation can be found at;
Nik Hiscock (MNIMH, MUKIMPR)
Nik Hiscock is a Medical Herbalist Dip.MedHerb, (MNIMH) and Mycopractitioner (MUKIMPR) with a herbal practice based in Somerset offering both in person and online appointments.
Whilst treating a diverse range of both acute and more complex chronic conditions, she has a specialist interest in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease through an integrated approach that may include combining allopathic prescribed medicines with well-evidenced herbal protocols alongside diet and lifestyle recommendations as well as in raising awareness of gender differences in the presentation of many cardiac conditions.
The Apothecary
The Apothecary is open to those wishing to purchase dried herbs, tea blends or herbal Simples (Single herb tinctures).
A wide range of products for external use are available off the shelf or preparations for external use may also made by prescription to the individuals specific requirements following a short consultation.
Home Herbal Medicine & First Aid Box ~
Although herbal remedies should not precede or replace the basic principles of first aid, such as cooling a burn with water or seeking emergency medical attention for more serious injuries such as fractures, the standard contents of this box are intended to cover the majority of common minor injuries including muscular or joint sprains & strains, bruises, wounds, burns, insect bites and stings.
These kits can be further tailored to include a range of herbal remedies most relevant to the specific needs of an individual or group. This may include conditions such as indigestion, hay fever, coughs, colds & flu, sinus congestion, headaches, period pain or travel sickness.
To ensure safety a short consultation (20 minutes), either online or in-person, is included in the cost of the medicine box to establish any allergies, any prescribed or over-the-counter medications that may have interactions with specific herbs, any other medical conditions (for example; high blood pressure, diabetes, seizures or pregnancy) as well as to optimise the effectiveness & appropriateness of each herbal remedy for the individuals it is intended for.
Full instructions on recommended uses of each product is included.
Please note this comes in a sturdy cardboard box, is not intended to replace a basic first aid kit and does not include first aid sundries such as bandages, plasters or other dressings.
Cost of standard first aid boxes start at £35.
For a pdf list of potential contents, or a quote for the more comprehensive home herbal medicine boxes please get in touch using the form below.
Clinics & Consultations
Drop-in clinic
20 minute free consultation for acute sudden-onset conditions, basic health-check up or to discuss whether herbal medicine may be a direction you wish to explore to support your health.
A basic health check may include:
Blood pressure, Pulse & blood oxygen levels
Examination of nails, hands, face & tongue
Blood glucose testing
Recommendations for further investigations such as blood testing for vitamin & mineral deficiency or those for markers of cardiovascular or metabolic health.
Consultations
Consultations are available by appointment either in-person on online.
Costs
Concessions are available for students and any individual who would otherwise be unable to afford the cost of herbal medicines
Full Initial consultation (1 hour)
£50 (£30 concessionary rate)
Follow-up consultations (30 minutes)
£25 (£20 concessionary rate)
(Interpretation of any blood test results included in cost of consultation)
Costs of prescribed herbal medicines following a consultation
This will vary according to each patients individual requirements as the choice of herbal medicines is based on the detailed information given by the patient during the consultation allowing a bespoke, personalised prescription to be formulated each time. However typical costs are:
Tinctures; £10 per 100 ml (£8 per 100 ml concessionary rate)
Dried herbs: £4.50 per 50gms
Capsules: £12-£15 per 60 capsules
Types of herbal or mushroom preparations that may be prescribed include tinctures, glycerites, teas, capsules, pessaries or suppositories & topical remedies
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we2wyrdwoodbotanical@gmail.com
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