Naturopathy and Herbal Medicine
Our Naturopath and Herbalist
Dr Vera Martins is a
naturopath and herbalist
with an academic
background, who specialises
in women’s health.
Dr Vera Martins
Patient-centred healthcare to improve your quality of life
93 Lynn Rd,
Downham Market,
PE38 9QE
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Naturopathy is a non-invasive patient-centred therapy that acknowledges all spheres of
the patient – physical, psychological and emotional – offering a highly personalised
treatment. In our clinic, a Naturopathy consultation and treatment plan may include a
combination of nutrition, herbal medicine, supplements and lifestyle advice.
The principles of Naturopathy were first used by the Hippocratic School of Medicine in
about 400 BC. The Greek philosopher Hippocrates believed in viewing the whole person in
regards to finding a cause of disease, and using the laws of nature to support the body. It is
from this original school of thought that Naturopathy takes its principles:
• The healing power of nature – nature has the innate ability to heal • Identify and treat the root cause – there is always an underlying cause, be it physical or emotional. • Do no harm – a Naturopath will never use treatments that may create other conditions • Treat the whole person – when preparing a treatment plan, all aspects of a person’s being are taken into considerationHerbal Medicine is the use of botanical ingredients to address health conditions and support general health and wellbeing. We offer Herbal Medicine as part of our
Naturopathy therapy.
The World Health Organization estimates that 88% of all countries use traditional medicine, including herbal medicine. Over 40% of pharmaceutical formulations are
based on botanical active ingredients, including landmark medicines such aspirin and artemisinin.
The treatment works alongside menopause medical doctors, as well as holistic practitioners, providing a combination of nutrition, herbal remedies and lifestyle
support to women, including those on HRT. This can also help with other health concerns such as digestive issues, poor sleep, anxiety and low immunity, in both men
and women.
Initial consultation
When booking your initial appointment, you will receive a health questionnaire to be completed ahead of your session. At your 60-minute initial appointment, Vera will
ask in more detail about your needs as well as key aspects of your health such as diet, digestion, sleep, lifestyle, and emotional wellbeing. Following your consultation,
Vera will email you a personalised treatment plan with nutritional, supplements, herbs and lifestyle advice.
Follow-up consultation(s)
A follow-up appointment is usually recommended four to five weeks after your initial appointment, in order to assess your progress, discuss any test results (if
applicable) and adjust the treatment plan accordingly. Naturopathy is a step by step process working towards an end goal. In order to achieve optimal results, you
need to be reviewed and your treatment tweaked accordingly. The number of follow-ups recommended is assessed on an individual basis.
•
The Naturopath as a teacher – a Naturopath empowers the patient to take responsibility for his/her own health by teaching self-care
•
Prevention is better than cure – a Naturopath may remove “toxic” substances and situations from a patient’s lifestyle to prevent the onset of further disease
Our Multidisciplinary Team are Here to Offer You the Most Efficient and Effective
Diagnosis and Treatment Plan Suited to Your Needs and Optimal Wellbeing
Our Naturopath
and Herbalist
Naturopathy and
Herbal Medicine
Dr Vera Martins is a naturopath
and herbalist with an academic
background, who specialises in
women’s health.
Dr Vera Martins
Naturopathy is a non-invasive patient-centred
therapy that acknowledges all spheres of the patient
– physical, psychological and emotional – offering a
highly personalised treatment. In our clinic, a
Naturopathy consultation and treatment plan may
include a combination of nutrition, herbal medicine,
supplements and lifestyle advice.
The principles of Naturopathy were first used by the
Hippocratic School of Medicine in about 400 BC. The
Greek philosopher Hippocrates believed in viewing
the whole person in regards to finding a cause of
disease, and using the laws of nature to support the
body. It is from this original school of thought that
Naturopathy takes its principles:
• The healing power of nature – nature has the innate ability to heal • Identify and treat the root cause – there is always an underlying cause, be it physical or emotional. • Do no harm – a Naturopath will never use treatments that may create other conditions • Treat the whole person – when preparing a treatment plan, all aspects of a person’s being are taken into considerationHerbal Medicine is the use of botanical
ingredients to address health conditions and
support general health and wellbeing. We offer
Herbal Medicine as part of our Naturopathy
therapy.
The World Health Organization estimates that
88% of all countries use traditional medicine,
including herbal medicine. Over 40% of
pharmaceutical formulations are based on
botanical active ingredients, including landmark
medicines such aspirin and artemisinin.
The treatment works alongside menopause
medical doctors, as well as holistic practitioners,
providing a combination of nutrition, herbal
remedies and lifestyle support to women,
including those on HRT. This can also help with
other health concerns such as digestive issues,
poor sleep, anxiety and low immunity, in both
men and women.
Initial consultation
When booking your initial appointment, you will
receive a health questionnaire to be completed
ahead of your session. At your 60-minute initial
appointment, Vera will ask in more detail about
your needs as well as key aspects of your health
such as diet, digestion, sleep, lifestyle, and
emotional wellbeing. Following your
consultation, Vera will email you a personalised
treatment plan with nutritional, supplements,
herbs and lifestyle advice.
Follow-up consultation(s)
A follow-up appointment is usually
recommended four to five weeks after your initial
appointment, in order to assess your progress,
discuss any test results (if applicable) and adjust
the treatment plan accordingly. Naturopathy is a
step by step process working towards an end
goal. In order to achieve optimal results, you
need to be reviewed and your treatment
tweaked accordingly. The number of follow-ups
recommended is assessed on an individual
basis.
•
The Naturopath as a teacher – a Naturopath
empowers the patient to take responsibility for
his/her own health by teaching self-care
•
Prevention is better than cure – a Naturopath
may remove “toxic” substances and situations
from a patient’s lifestyle to prevent the onset of
further disease
93 Lynn Rd, Downham Market, PE38 9QE
Visit Us
Contact Us
Patient-centred healthcare to improve your quality of life
93 Lynn Rd, Downham Market, PE38 9QE
Visit Us
Contact Us
Our Multidisciplinary Team
are Here to Offer You the
Most Efficient and Effective
Diagnosis and Treatment
Plan Suited to Your Needs
and Optimal Wellbeing
