Kim Welborn

Body Systems CounselorSM - Master Herbalist

FAQ: What are Homeopathic Remedies?

FAQ: What are Homeopathic Remedies?

Homeopathic remedies are extremely dilute substances approved by the FDA as over-the-counter remedies. As such, they may legally contain claims to treat specific diseases, and must contain the standard OTC warnings, though traditional homeopathic protocol would not support limitations on use by pregnant women, for example. Homeopathic remedies are chemically inert, with the only “active ingredients” being lactose in homeopathic tablets or alcohol or glycerin in liquid prepara

FAQ: What are Herbs?

FAQ: What are Herbs?

Herbs are simply plant materials, leaves, roots, berries, etcetera. The part of the plant which is used depends upon the intended purpose and the species of plants. “Herb” does not imply dangerous or even therapeutic use; the plant foods we eat on a regular basis are herbs and many can be considered medicinal in relative use, including onions, garlic, parsley, and others. Plants are easy to digest and assimilate and offer specific nutritive qualities based upon their color

Q&A: Broken Bones

Q&A: Broken Bones

Question: My mother broke her ankle three years ago and no surgery could of helped it heal. Can you help my mother? Answer I have had amazing results with the Bone/Skin Poultice formula, formerly called Bon-C. When any of my children broke a bone, the physicians were always astounded at how quickly they healed. My niece recently dislocated her elbow, which resulted as well in two fractures of the arm. She was told to expect a long recovery with extensive physical therapy.

Q&A: Gall Stones

Q&A: Gall Stones

Question: I am suffering from gall bladder and gallstones problems. How can you help me? Answer: There are a couple things that help the body effectively rid itself of gallstones, all of which I have seen clients use with great results. Most of my clients have tested for herbs that build and support bile flow and production, like the Gall Bladder formula from Nature’s Sunshine and Cascara Sagrada. Most people also need supplemental magnesium in large quantities to reduce

Q&A: Too Much Garlic?

Q&A: Too Much Garlic?

Question: Thanks for your suggestion to eat garlic for combating the low-grade infection in my hand from the dog bite. I used minced garlic from the grocery and have been mixing it heavily in the foods I eat. It seems to work well. In fact, with the first garlic burger I ate I could feel a sensation move through my body (yes, I used A LOT of garlic) that I presumed to be the killing of bad bacteria – candida, if I had to guess. I’ve noticed, too, I have more energy now than

Q&A: Eczema

Q&A: Eczema

Question: I have an eczema-like occurrence on my leg. It seems to be stress related – waxes & wanes with my life situation, which has been horrendous the last 2 years. I have used flower essences that seem to work temporarily, we’ve also used yarrow, licorice root extract, Golden Salve. Herbal Skin Trim makes it itch and burn worse. Help! It’s a patch about 1 1/2″ X 3″ and is raised like a welt, very red, itching like crazy and splitting and bleeding. When skin grows back ov

Q&A: Leg Cramps

Q&A: Leg Cramps

Question: I have a friend who is cramping in her legs only at night, when she relaxes. She has been eating mostly greens and fruits, no oils, for 10 days to get rid of candida, as well as taking the Nature’s Sunshine recommended herbs (capril., pau darco, flora force). She’s on the 3rd day, just struggling with the cramps. Any advice? Answer: Cramping is usually a magnesium deficiency or magnesium/calcium ratio imbalance, which should not be a problem if she is eating mos

Q&A: Organic Meat vs. Organic Vegetables

Q&A: Organic Meat vs. Organic Vegetables

Question: I have heard that it is more important to eat organic meat than vegetables. Supposedly the body stores pesticides from meats more readily. Is this true? Answer: The challenge, as I see it, is that the meats contain huge quantities of hormones close enough to human to significantly impact our own production in addition to our storing the excesses, and of antibiotics, which weaken the immune system and strengthen harmful bacteria. On the other hand, since most pes

Q&A: Healthy Chocolate?

Q&A: Healthy Chocolate?

Question: Lately I’ve been hearing a lot about so called “healthy chocolate” from friends and family members. It is being advertised as an enjoyable nutritional supplement, and it’s also a home-based business opportunity. I’ve tasted the products and I like them, but I’m interested in what you think of their claims for health benefits. Answer: The important things to remember about chocolate as an antioxidant are to find out whether or not the cocoa is raw, since heat aff

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