Testimonials

"I would just like to express my deep gratitude for all your help and advice over the last two years in dealing with the recurrence of this breast cancer. I have found your advice invaluable and the tinctures and herbal remedies have been an enormous aid in keeping me “clinically” well. I have a great deal of faith in the idea behind supporting my body naturally, in order for it to accomplish the necessary healing. I can’t thank you enough for putting me onto juicing as I feel it has benefited me greatly. Jo, I have learnt so much from you about natural healing and your kindness and concern is unsurpassed. Furthermore, your knowledge of cancer and the natural remedies is greater than any I have come across."

"The persistent fevers that I experienced could not be treated by my GP who suggested I try alternative medicine. My fevers were eliminated as I responded very well to the herbs dispensed by Jo. I have seen a dramatic and sustained increase in my well-being, and appreciate the advice and support provided by Jo and her team."

"  "I saw Jo in late October 07, having been referred by a friend.  I have PTSD, and with that have severe anxiety, depression, confusion and fear - even though I know that this state is unwarranted, ie: there is no real reason to feel like this, the physical symptoms are all there. All this stress has also thrown me into menopause.  The doctor prescribed numerous tablets, all had side-effects which were not pleasant, as well as being addictive, so I then tried 3 local herbalists, as well as many 'alternative' treatments - none of which helped.  I have been on the herbs from Jo now for 4,5 months, and have experienced a huge improvement - I now have some days when I feel 'normal' again.  I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending her, and am hugely grateful for the continual improvement that I have!" -                                          

""I came to Jo seeking help with PCOS and after on 4 months, my cycle is regular!!!  She is incredible.  I am on top of the world and feel like everything is possible again.  I have never worked with anyone who spends such time and energy with her patients.   I feel so grateful to have found Jo, and am so grateful to be on this road to great health and hopefully a new baby! Thank you, thank you, thank you.

              "Thank you for giving me my wife back!!"

 "I am grateful to my Occupational Health advisor for steering me to visit Botanica Medica. I suffered a fracture dislocation of the right leg some time ago and was fitted with an external Ilizarov frame to allow the fractures to heal, unfortunately I contracted Osteomyelitis in the Tibia and through the frame and knee damage this passed into my knee in the form of septic arthritis. For many months now I have been on long term antibiotics and have had many, many operations in an attempt to remove the infection, all to no avail and recently the decision was made by my Consultant Surgeon and myself to remove the leg as a last resort.

I decided to visit Jo in order to get my infection levels down as low as possible prior to the operation to reduce the risk of further infection but in only two weeks of treatment, in line with the "normal" antibiotics the visible signs of the infection are reducing and I am feeling much better in myself in a number of ways. The swelling in my knee joint is reduced, to the extent that I can walk short distances without the aid of my crutches, which in itself was a deciding factor in making our decision to amputate.

I can certainly testify that in my opinion, the tincture and herbal remedies I have received have and I hope will continue to help me in my battle with this deep set infection.

My sincere thanks to all involved with Botanica Medica, I have recommended that friends and colleagues with certain ailments visit as I am that sure of the potential benefits offered."

"My husband has tried everything for his eczema in his ears.  Your Mullien ear oil is fantastic and works instantly."

"All I can say is that before I started the herbal medicine treatment, the maximum I could hold was 100ml of urine.  Now I can hold in excess of 400ml and I do not have to get up even once during the night."  

"During a particularly stressful time in my life, sleep was a big problem. I went to the doctor who prescribed sleeping pills but did point out that after a while they could become addictive. The end result was that I did sleep, but felt wiped out the following day so I stopped taking them. I then went to Botanica Medica who spend 60 minutes listening to what I had to say (40 minutes more than the doctor)

After taking the herbs for two weeks I slept every night, woke up refreshed in the morning, and had a lot more get up and go.

Over the next six months I have used the herbs only once or twice. They are totally non-addictive. I must admit I did not believe in any of this herbal stuff before I went to Botanica Medica. Make up your own mind because they worked for me."

"Dear Jo
When I came in to see you earlier in the year I was in a lot of discomfort with a painful, bloated and upset stomach. I can most definitely say that the tinctures and herbal remedies that you gave me completely sorted me out and within 2 months I was back to my old self! I also have taken heed of your advice on diet and am now much more selective about what I eat. Thank you."

"I will always be grateful that my osteopath encouraged me to visit Botanica Medica. She, herself went to see Jo Dunbar whenever she felt the need and could see that I too would benefit. When I first met Jo I had a variety of problems, the most immediate being that I was so exhausted I could hardly think straight. I was losing confidence in my ability to function at work. Meeting Jo was like coming home. Botanica Medica exudes compassionate wisdom which eminates from the practitioners. I immediately felt a connection and knew I could trust the treatment. From the first week of taking the herbs my spirit began to lift, I felt energised, I slept better... I continue to feel well and I am so glad I have found this haven of good friends to whom I can return whenever I feel the need."

"  I was first diagnosed with ME about 9 years ago.  I was one of those people who typically ‘over did’ it, I was working for my family’s company in a very stressful job doing long hours, I was also captain of a hockey team, over exercised, had a dog and looked after our home.

Being really stressed I found that I had many minor ailments and never took the time out to recover fully, I also had a dreadful diet and did not looked after myself properly.

After having a bad inner ear infection, I became seriously ill and was in bed for 2 months and could not walk my dog 100 yards, let alone play any hockey.  I did not recover within a normal period of time and after about a year was diagnosed with ME.  Eventually I had to give up work completely as I was no longer physically or mentally able to complete daily essential tasks.  I suffered from depression and existed, but did not ‘live’ for a long period in my life.

Having exhausted traditional medicine, I tried numerous other remedies including acupuncture, healing and rieike, all of which did help, but never really put me on the road to recovery, although I managed to return to part time work.

 Eventually I looked on the ME website and saw a link for Jo’s web site, I have to say I was perhaps a little sceptical having tried so many other options.  My wonderfully supportive husband drove me to Jo’s office in Surrey which was some 2 hours from us.  Jo was very kind and noted every point of my illness, the worst of which included migraine like headaches, thrush, diarrhoea, neck ache, hormonal problems, brain fog and of course continued severe tiredness.

Jo took a blood test which was sent off to a Lab for testing my food intolerances.  I received a detailed description of the results and Jo advised me the foods that I should and should not eat.  This was difficult for a start as I could not eat wheat or sugar, but within a few weeks, and determined that I was going to get better I adjusted my diet accordingly and took everything Jo had to say on board.

 Jo advised me of all the herbs that she would be giving me and addressed each of my health issues individually.  Obviously some of my problems were quite personal, but Jo was very gentle and persuaded me to hand over information that I sometimes struggled to give my GP. 

 Within a couple of months, I started to feel a real difference, but being somewhat of a cynic at that point I thought I was just going through one of my better phases and it would not necessarily be anything to get too excited about. 

My headaches became less regular, my energy improved and I felt a new zest for life, but still sat under a conditioned illness umbrella, from which I was scared to travel too far. Monthly phone consultations with Jo and a continued modification of my herbal remedies saw my health and well being increase dramatically.  The bad times became less frequent and the headaches were not as wearing. My brain became more active, I increased my hours at work and played competitive hockey.

Somewhere along the way I regained my confidence which had been nearly as diminished as my health. I became a volunteer for Labrador Rescue which I love doing and I rediscovered the better parts of my old self. 

Although I still sometimes have to budget my energy, I no longer get as nervous when we get an invitation to go out and do something, I am more positive and importantly found something that I can do in my spare time which is occasionally hard but ultimately completely fulfilling. 

I genuinely think I was in a sort of limbo before I met Jo, but with her herbal remedies, first hand knowledge of the illness, care and consideration; she has helped me onto a path that I had thought was not possible.

"I am converted to herbs. My cold sores are under control. HerpEase is so much cheaper than Acyclovir and works much better too."

"Delacet. IT WORKS!"

"Your colic glycerite is the only thing that works for my baby. He is putting on weight and is a much happy little fellow. Your colic herbs are absolutely fantastic. I have told all my friends about it and we all use it!!"

"Before I started using MaleVital, I used to feel so tired all the time. I am now able to cycle for miles building up fitness and body strength."