Do you offer online and phone consultations?

Yes. Amina consults with patients across Australia and internationally by secure video and phone, so you can be supported wherever you are.

What kind of health concerns does Amina work with?

Amina focuses on complex, chronic and often undiagnosed illness, including stealth and chronic infections (Epstein Barr Virus, post-COVID, Lyme Borreliosis, SIBO, gut parasites and mould illness), fatigue and brain fog, digestive issues, skin conditions, mood, and hormonal health. Many patients come to her after being told their tests are "normal".

What does functional and genetic testing involve?

During your consultation, Amina determines which tests, if any, will add the most clarity for your situation, and the most appropriate laboratory. Testing can range from gut, SIBO and stealth-infection panels to mould toxins, hormones and nutrigenomic (genetic) profiling, helping tailor your treatment and, where relevant, plan proactively around the susceptibilities your profile suggests.

Do you support practitioners and students?

Yes. Amina offers 1:1 mentoring and master courses for naturopaths, herbalists, medical doctors and students, including her work supporting patients with Lyme disease and complex chronic illness. Please get in touch to register your interest.

Herbal medicine

Herb & plant medicine database

A growing library of the medicinal herbs and wild plants Amina works with, with their traditional uses and botanical notes. New entries are added regularly.

Angelica archangelica

Angelica

Angelica (Angelica archangelica) is an aromatic herb traditionally used to support digestion, warmth and the nervous system. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Thymus praecox

Arctic Thyme

Arctic thyme is an aromatic Icelandic herb traditionally valued for the upper respiratory tract. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Astragalus membranaceus

Astragalus

Astragalus is a classic tonic herb traditionally used to support immune resilience, energy and the cardiovascular system. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Bacopa monnieri

Bacopa

Bacopa (Brahmi) is a herb traditionally valued in Ayurveda to support memory, focus and a settled nervous system. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Arctium lappa

Burdock

Burdock (Arctium lappa) is a classic depurative herb traditionally used to support the skin and clear complexion. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Calendula officinalis

Calendula

Calendula is a gentle golden flower traditionally valued for soothing the skin and the lining of the gut. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Matricaria recutita

Chamomile

Chamomile is a gentle, well-tolerated herb traditionally used to calm the gut, settle the mind and support restful sleep. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Vitex agnus-castus

Chaste Tree (Vitex)

Chaste tree (Vitex agnus-castus) is a herb traditionally valued in women's herbal medicine for working with hormonal balance and the menstrual cycle. A botanical profile.

Stellaria media

Chickweed

Chickweed (Stellaria media) is a humble garden weed traditionally valued for soothing irritated skin and as a cooling, mineral-rich green. A profile from Amina's herb database.

Galium aparine

Clivers

Clivers (Galium aparine) is a wild lymphatic herb traditionally used to support the skin and lymphatic system. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Taraxacum officinale

Dandelion

Dandelion is a nutrient-rich bitter herb traditionally used to support the liver, digestion and gentle fluid balance. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Origanum dictamnus

Dittany (Cretan Dittany)

Cretan dittany (Origanum dictamnus) is an ancient herb unique to Crete, traditionally used as a tea and a symbol of love. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Echinacea purpurea

Echinacea

Echinacea is a celebrated immune herb traditionally used to support the immune system, the lymphatics and the skin. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Sambucus nigra

Elder Berry

Elder berry (Sambucus nigra) has a long folk history in herbal medicine for immune and winter wellness. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Inula helenium

Elecampane

Elecampane (Inula helenium) is a traditional respiratory herb long valued by herbalists to support the lungs, soothe coughs and clear catarrh. A profile from Amina's herb database.

Euphrasia nemorosa

Eyebright

Eyebright (Euphrasia nemorosa) is a herb traditionally used to support the eyes, sinuses and upper respiratory passages. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Foeniculum vulgare

Fennel

Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is an aromatic herb traditionally used to support digestion and ease everyday wind and bloating. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Ginkgo biloba

Ginkgo Biloba

Ginkgo biloba is an ancient tree whose leaves are traditionally valued for circulation, memory and mental clarity. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Cynara scolymus

Globe Artichoke

Globe artichoke is a bitter herb traditionally valued in herbal medicine to support the liver, gallbladder and healthy digestion. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Centella asiatica

Gotu Kola

Gotu kola (Centella asiatica) is a traditional herb long valued for skin, circulation and the mind. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Vitis vinifera

Grape (Seeds & Leaves)

Grape seeds and vine leaves have a long history in food and traditional herbal use, valued for antioxidant and circulatory support. A profile from Amina's herb database.

Crataegus monogyna

Hawthorn

Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) is a hedgerow tree traditionally valued as a herb for the heart. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Geranium robertianum

Herb Robert

Herb Robert (Geranium robertianum) is a shade-loving wild geranium with a long folk history. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Alchemilla vulgaris

Lady's Mantle

Lady's Mantle is a traditional astringent herb long valued in European folk medicine for women's health and the digestive system. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Lavandula angustifolia (syn. Lavandula officinalis)

Lavender

Lavender is a fragrant garden herb traditionally valued to support restful sleep, ease tension and settle the digestion. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Melissa officinalis

Lemon Balm

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is a fragrant garden herb traditionally valued to calm the nerves, settle digestion and lift the spirits. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Tilia cordata, Tilia platyphyllos

Lime Flowers (Linden)

Lime flowers (linden) are a gentle traditional herb long valued to soothe tension, settle the nervous system and ease the discomfort of colds. A profile from Amina's herb database.

Origanum majorana

Marjoram

Marjoram is a fragrant Mediterranean culinary herb traditionally valued for digestion and warmth. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Filipendula ulmaria

Meadowsweet

Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria) is a gentle herb traditionally valued to support comfortable digestion and a settled, soothed digestive tract. A profile from Amina's herb database.

Verbascum thapsus

Mullein

Mullein is a soothing respiratory herb traditionally used to support the chest, throat and lungs. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Olea europaea

Olive Leaf (Olea europaea)

Olive leaf (Olea europaea) has a long Mediterranean tradition as a bitter tonic and antioxidant herb. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Origanum vulgare

Oregano

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is an aromatic culinary herb traditionally valued for gut and microbial balance. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Punica granatum

Pomegranate

Pomegranate (Punica granatum) is a richly coloured fruit traditionally valued as an antioxidant-rich tonic. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Opuntia ficus-indica

Prickly Pear

Prickly pear (Opuntia ficus-indica) is a Mediterranean cactus rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, traditionally enjoyed as food and folk tonic. A botanical profile.

Portulaca oleracea

Purslane

Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) is a succulent leafy green rich in omega-3 fatty acids, with a long history of traditional culinary and folk use. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Artemisia annua

Qing Hao (Sweet Artemisia)

Qing hao (sweet Artemisia, Artemisia annua) is a bitter aromatic herb with a long traditional history. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Trifolium pratense

Red Clover

Red clover (Trifolium pratense) is a meadow herb traditionally used to support healthy skin and to ease the passage of menopausal change. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Rhodiola rosea

Rhodiola

Rhodiola (golden root) is a cold-climate adaptogen traditionally used to support resilience to stress, energy and mental stamina. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Salvia officinalis

Sage

Sage (Salvia officinalis) is an ancient aromatic herb traditionally valued as an astringent and antioxidant tonic. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Urginea maritima (syn. Drimia maritima)

Sea Squill

Sea squill is one of the oldest recorded medicinal plants, traditionally used in ancient Greece and Egypt. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Scutellaria lateriflora

Skullcap

Skullcap is a calming nervine traditionally used to support the nervous system during stress, tension and restless sleep. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Hypericum perforatum

St John's Wort

St John's wort is a sunny flowering herb traditionally valued to support mood, the nervous system and emotional resilience. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Silybum marianum

St Mary's Thistle (Milk Thistle)

St Mary's thistle (milk thistle) is a traditional liver herb long valued to support liver function, digestion and natural detoxification. A profile from Amina's herb database.

Castanea sativa

Sweet Chestnut

Sweet chestnut (Castanea sativa) is a majestic Mediterranean tree with a long folk-medicine history. A botanical profile of its traditional uses from Amina's herb database.

Thuja occidentalis

Thuja

Thuja (Thuja occidentalis) is an evergreen traditionally valued as an antimicrobial and depurative herb. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Thymus vulgaris

Thyme

Thyme is a common garden herb traditionally valued for the respiratory tract, antimicrobial support and gut balance. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Verbena officinalis

Vervain

Vervain (Verbena officinalis) is a traditional nervine, valued historically as a soothing tea for the nerves. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Withania somnifera

Withania (Ashwagandha)

Withania (ashwagandha) is a classic adaptogen traditionally used to support resilience to stress, energy and restful sleep. A botanical profile from Amina's herb database.

Herbs are only part of the picture

Herbal medicine works best as part of an individualised plan. Book a consultation to find what’s right for you.

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