PAEAN pain & inflammation guide · Reviewed by NIMH-registered herbalists
Natural Blood Pressure Support
High blood pressure is one of the leading risk factors for heart disease and stroke in the UK. Lifestyle change is the cornerstone of management — and herbal medicine can offer evidence-supported support alongside, with measurable reductions in blood pressure from herbs like hawthorn and garlic.
01 · The practice
Pain is downstream of inflammation, the nervous system and lifestyle.
Diet (DASH or Mediterranean pattern), regular exercise, weight management, stress reduction and reduced alcohol intake remain the most powerful interventions. Herbs amplify rather than replace these.
High blood pressure is one of the leading risk factors for heart disease and stroke in the UK. Lifestyle change is the cornerstone of management — and herbal medicine can offer evidence-supported support alongside, with measurable reductions in blood pressure from herbs like hawthorn and garlic.
“Roughly 25% of modern prescription drugs derive from plant sources first identified traditionally.”
WHO Global Report on Traditional Medicine, 2019
02 · How it works
How herbal medicine reduces inflammation and modulates pain.
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Tailored protocol
Each formula is matched to the individual, not just the diagnosis.
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Root-cause approach
The aim is to address the underlying cause, not just suppress symptoms.
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Evidence-informed
Where good clinical evidence exists, it guides the protocol.
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Coordinated care
Treatment is coordinated with any conventional care you receive.
By the numbers
Pain reduction in numbers.
50%
Average pain reduction in Boswellia + Turmeric arthritis trials
8-12
Weeks for inflammation markers to shift
4-8
Herbs in a tailored anti-inflammatory formula
60-90
Minutes per initial consultation
03 · The herbs at work
Anti-inflammatory and analgesic herbs.
Cardiovascular
Garlic (aged extract)
Modest but consistent reduction in systolic and diastolic readings. Research →
04 · What to expect
From flare-ups to fewer painful days per month.
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Discovery call
A free 15-minute call to walk through your pain pattern and what you’ve already tried.
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Pain-mapping consultation
60-90 minutes mapping pain triggers, flare patterns and existing medications.
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Anti-inflammatory protocol
A bespoke formula combining systemic anti-inflammatories and targeted pain herbs.
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Pain-tracking review
Reviews every 3-4 weeks to track flare frequency and reduce reliance on painkillers.
Safety note
Anti-inflammatory herbs (Turmeric, Boswellia, Ginger, Willow bark) thin the blood to varying degrees. If you take anticoagulants (warfarin, apixaban, rivaroxaban), NSAIDs, or are scheduled for surgery, only use these under the guidance of a registered herbalist who can adjust doses and pause around procedures.
05 · Frequently asked
Questions from pain and autoimmune clients.
Can I stop my BP medication with herbal support?
Not without GP supervision. Many patients work toward dose reduction with their doctor over time — but this must be supervised.
How much can hawthorn lower my BP?
Modest reductions — typically 5–10 mmHg systolic over 8–16 weeks. Best for mild hypertension or as an adjunct.
Will herbs interfere with my BP medication?
Some can. Your herbalist will check for interactions with beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, calcium-channel blockers and diuretics.
Can I book online from anywhere in the UK?
Yes — consultations are offered by video and home visits are available in selected areas.
Talk through your pain pattern with a practitioner.
A free 15-minute discovery call helps us understand whether tailored herbal support could reduce your reliance on painkillers.