Herbalism As Alternative Medicine Many people think of herbalism, as an alternative to conventional medicine, as used in North America. They interpret the use of synthetic drugs, as the standard and anything other than this is alternative. However, most hebalists think opposite of this theory, since herbs have been around for centuries. As estimated by The World Health Organization, two-thirds of the world's population, apporximately four billion people, use herbs as their primary medicines. The majority of the tools and drugs used today, have been existence less than a hundred years. In essence, herbalist feel historically speaking, that the alternative medicines are the synthetic drugs that are in use today in North America. Doctors definitely have their place in our society. If I were in a trauma type situation I would surely want to be treated by a doctor in an emergency situation. However, the practice of natural preventive medicines and treatments, will surely help to decrease the percentage of desease and other illnesses. Why not nip it in the bud, before it even surfaces? This is why Pro Natural Healthcare was created, to help you to achieve the goal of optimum health.