Andrea Hughes Western Medical Herbalist, Functional Medicine, Est 2003
Western Medical Herbalist that blends a sound understanding of medicine and nutrition within the framework of Functional Medicine. Established 2003
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12 09 2020

Vitamin D: Information, Testing and Dosing

Vitamin D has really hit the headlines in the last few months and quite rightly so as it is extremely important! Only last week a study was published giving very promising results in the treatment of Covid-19 with Vitamin D (1) and in fact that study prompted me to write more. The purpose of this […]

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04 07 2020

Update on returning to ‘In Person’ Consultations – July 2020

As restrictions begin to ease and more business are reopening I have been issued with some guidelines from our Herbal Medicine Regulatory Organisations. From 13th July we have been advised that we may see patients face to face and undertake physical examinations provided we have all the appropriate mitigations in place We must undertake a […]

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29 03 2020

Herbal Medicine approach to Covid-19

There is a lot of information out there on the internet and on various social media groups about which herbs to use/not use, some of that info is helpful and some of it is incorrect. What follows here is some information which I hope will help you clarify and also answer some of your questions, […]

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21 02 2020

Research Spotlight: Frankincense and Brain Tumours.

I have set a new intention to collate my clinical thoughts, initially I thought once a week but knowing my time limitation it might be more like once a month!I will share themes I have noticed within my practice and interesting research papers that I have found as a result of seeing certain presenting conditions. […]

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30 09 2018

I’ve bee-n meaning to post…

I have been meaning to post some more articles like the “Acid Reflux” one which has garnered so much attention over the past few years. Being swamped with clients and work, i’m afraid articles have taken an back seat to prioritise patients as always. I will however be preparing something for publication as many have […]

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11 09 2016

The Herbal Medicine approach to Acid Reflux

What is it? Acid reflux is where acid and other stomach contents are brought back up (regurgitated) into your throat and mouth. If you have ever experienced Acid Reflux you will know that it can be extremely painful and at its worst can manifest as actual regurgitation of food via vomiting. Sometimes Reflux can manifest […]

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20 02 2016

Ground Ivy – Glechoma hederacea

Here she is, pushing up in the woodland, look out for her in all sorts of places, such as hedgerows, and damp meadows, once you know her you’ll see her again and again as she is very common in the UK. This hairy, creeping perennial of the Labiate ( mint) family will reward you with […]

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25 04 2015

Galium aparine – cool purify move, detox.

This has got to be one of the most wonderful Spring plants! Galium aparine grows often with nettle, climbing, crawling  and clinging on to other plants and walls with the tiny curved bristles on its stem. The species name aparine comes from the words  ‘to seize’ in ancient Greek reflecting the nature of this plant. […]

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09 02 2015

How to make Marshmallow root and Mullein flower syrup

Here is how to make a basic cough syrup from Marshmallow root and Mullein flower although you could just as easily use the leaves of either plant here instead. This tasty syrup will be best suited for use in helping dry, tight, sore, stuck coughs and it can also be used to ease a sore […]

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28 11 2014

Top Herbs to help you through the Winter..

We are well and truly in the throes of the bug season now with people coughing and sneezing and blowing into hankies with noses redder than rudolphs… I am always being asked for cold and flu herb mixtures and this year I have run a record amount of workshops teaching people how to make their […]

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Andrea Hughes

Andrea Hughes Bsc (hons) MNIMH, MCPP is a Western Medical Herbalist with over 17 years of applied experience and a clinic in Worthing, West Sussex.

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Recent Testimonials

  • Staying off Anti-Depressants
  • changed our lives..
  • Perimenopause
  • Chronic illness a year on..
  • Sjögren’s Syndrome
  • Shingles
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Hashimoto’s
  • SIBO Improvement!
  • Better Digestion and no Omeprazole!

Testimonials

Sleeping after 4 very long years!
My daughter ( now nearly 5 ) has suffered with very disturbed sleep, ( waking 8-10 times a night, for 4 years ) bumpy skin , tummy aches , highly strung and generally not a happy child since the day she was born – have tried numerous trips to doctors and other health practitioner’s (spending lots of money and getting nowhere) and finally came across Andrea who to us is a heaven sent angel as she diagnosed Millie with intolerances to dairy, soya , egg and goats milk – 6 weeks on with an eliminati… Read more
Sleeping after 4 very long years!SallyGoring
Integral to my Motherhood Journey
I first met Andrea a few years ago during one of her herbal walks at Culberry Nursery. I immediately felt her light, joy and kindness – making herbalism sound so effective and magical, yet accessible. I’ve taken some of her wonderful workshops, and she has been an extremely integral part of my motherhood journey – from the very beginning right through to the present…and my daughter is now almost four years old! She has also been a wonderful, generous and supportive friend. I cannot recomme… Read more
ReneeIntegral to my Motherhood JourneyWorthing
Mums Better
Andrea: my mum is so much better!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! my whole family is deeply thankful to you. She has made it off to Morroco this week, and would not have made it without your wonderful herbs and care.
Mums BetterDebbie, Worthing, West Sussex
A less painful Winter
I am looking forward to a less painful winter this year thanks to you and can’t thank-you enough from the bottom of my heart for making me feel so well and feeling life is worth living after all. I want everyone to know there IS an alternative to western medicine I just wish they would be brave enough to go with it and at least try. Even if you are on a low income you can still afford this wonderful medicine. You really are a truly wonderful person and I am lucky to know you.
A less painful WinterDeeWorthing
Everything seems to make sense and tie in perfectly
Everything seems to make sense and tie in perfectly.  You know I have only felt the anxious feelings a couple of days since starting the herbs and that was just before my period a week ago – and really mild This is the best month I have had for at least 6months – so something must be working! I am so grateful for all your help. The anxiety/moods really were taking over my life – affecting my relationship with my partner and the kids!
Everything seems to make sense and tie in perfectlyTracy, Kent
No More Rash!
About time I left a testimonial for one of the very few people I actually admire and respect. I had suffered with an awful skin condition (Erythema Multiforme) for a few years before seeing Andrea and the medics could do nothing for me. It caused me so much stress, which just exacerbated the condition. Anyway, Andrea cleared my problem within a couple of months and that was a few years’ ago. She is truly a special lady with a strong desire to help all those she meets. Could go on – can’t p… Read more
No More Rash!JuliaWorthing
Help with ME/CFS
Went to see Andrea for a consultation again yesterday. I suffer from ME, and since she has helped me in the past to feel improvement, after going through a rough patch with it recently I turned to her for some help. She gave me a lot of helpful advice and also set me up with some herbal medicine and different vitamin supplements, specifically for my needs and to help support my health. Well, last night I took two of the Withania capsules before bed as she suggested and used some relaxation and… Read more
Help with ME/CFS
Talk and Demo Mr Paterson Shoreham by Sea
Dear Andrea, Many thanks for your talk and demo at Culberry’s yesterday 22.6.13. Sadly we had to leave before the end it was a very interesting and informative event, on a subject which is not only enjoyable but so important to our wellbeing on so many levels. I would be grateful if you would send details of your courses and practice. Best regards and thanks
Talk and Demo Mr Paterson Shoreham by Sea
Sensitive & kind
I don’t know whether you remember me, but I came to you about 18 months ago because I had had recurrent miscarriages. After a course of treatment you gave me, I conceived at the beginning of the year, and have just had a beautiful little boy. I am so grateful to you for all your help, and especially for linking together a lot of my medical issues. My irritable bowel has also been much better since your treatment. Thanks again for all you did, I will definatly recommend you to friends and fa… Read more
Sensitive & kindMary, Worthing, West Sussex
Chronic illness a year on..
You have been so extraordinarily good with me, giving me absolutely top-notch, end-to-end, science-based advice. You have also been gently supportive and encouraging in the most warmly humanistic way imaginable. I just can’t thank you enough. The comparison with where I am today and where I was just a year ago is truly breath-taking. Thank you! Although I shall be in touch with occasional emails, I don’t plan on making a further appointment for the foreseeable future, but it is enormously rea… Read more
Chronic illness a year on..

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I am working with a few patients with Long Covid and they all have gut symptoms... This mainstream article shows the connection: “Associations between gut microbiota composition, levels of cytokines,

COVID-19: Gut bacteria may influence severity

A new study concludes that an individual's gut microbiome might affect how their body reacts to a SARS-CoV-2 infection in both the short-and long-term.

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Hope you all had a beautiful Sunday, here's a snippet of mine...

I'm rested, invigorated and ready for 5 full clinic days ahead!

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1 week 4 days ago

My beautiful Calendula still in flower in this frosty freezing cold morning. This and the Rose are just about all that is in flower, my last heroic Yarrow flower has

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1 week 4 days ago

-5 at 7:19am, a beautiful sunrise walk, a toasty warm clinic and another walk at sundown.

Lovely crisp clear days.

Hope you're all keeping warm

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