Author name: Dr. Aroha Thompson

Dr. Aroha Thompson is a highly respected Ethnobotanist and Senior Clinical Herbalist with over two decades of dedicated experience in natural health, focusing intently on the rich tradition of Rongoā Māori (traditional Māori healing) and New Zealand's unique native flora. Holding a PhD in Ethnobotany from the University of Auckland and a Bachelor of Health Science in Herbal Medicine, Dr. Thompson combines rigorous scientific understanding with deep respect for indigenous knowledge systems. Her work at herbalmedicines.co.nz is driven by a passion to share evidence-informed insights into the therapeutic properties and sustainable use of native New Zealand plants, advocating for holistic wellness and cultural preservation.

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