About Wendy Budd

Wendy Budd is a highly experienced medical herbalist who takes a holistic approach to health, considering the whole person including emotional wellbeing, diet, and lifestyle alongside herbal medicine. With over 15 years of practice, she combines traditional herbal knowledge with modern science to offer personalised care tailored to each individual’s needs.

Wendy holds a degree in herbal medicine and a diploma in ketogenic nutrition, enabling her to provide expert advice and create herbal blends that support physical and nutritional health. As a member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists, she draws on a long tradition of plant-based healing to help patients manage a range of conditions, especially when conventional treatments have fallen short.

Her approach emphasises partnership with clients, empowering them to take an active role in their own wellbeing.

Qualifications

Wendy Budd holds a BSc (Hons) degree in Herbal Medicine, providing her with a solid foundation in both traditional herbal practices and contemporary scientific understanding. She is a full member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists (MNIMH), one of the oldest professional herbal associations in the world.

In addition to her herbal medicine training, Wendy has completed multiple certifications through the Nutrition Network, specialising in areas such as cancer as a metabolic disease, addictive eating behaviours, ethics in nutrition, metabolism, and the connection between metabolism and mental health. These qualifications deepen her expertise in the nutritional aspects of wellbeing and enable her to integrate holistic nutritional advice with herbal treatments.

Wendy’s combined knowledge of herbal medicine and nutrition allows her to offer comprehensive, personalised care that supports physical health, emotional wellbeing, and lifestyle optimisation.

Budd’s Herbal Apothecary

Budd’s Herbal Apothecary is a small, independent herbal shop in Southsea, Portsmouth, offering natural remedies, consultations, and traditional plant medicine. Founded in 2012 by medical herbalist Wendy Budd, the apothecary is a calm and welcoming space where people come for support with stress, sleep, digestion, immunity and more.

The shop stocks hand-blended teas, herbal tinctures, dried herbs, kombucha, and natural skincare, all carefully selected for quality and effectiveness. Wendy also offers one-to-one consultations, crafting personalised remedies and holistic advice for long-term health.

Whether you’re seeking guidance or simply curious, Budd’s is a place to feel listened to, supported and inspired.

Temperance Health

Temperance Health is a student-led herbal clinic based in Gosport, offering free consultations with supervised student medical herbalists. Founded and overseen by Wendy Budd, the clinic provides a supportive and educational environment where people can explore natural health options with personalised care.

Consultations are free for all patients, regardless of circumstances, with only the cost of any herbal medicines to be covered. The clinic focuses on a wide range of concerns including stress, digestion, skin health, and general wellbeing, combining professional guidance with practical experience.

Whether you’re seeking expert advice or simply curious about herbal medicine, Temperance Health offers a welcoming and inclusive space to learn, be heard, and supported.

The Mighty Bucha

The Mighty Bucha is a handcrafted kombucha created by medical herbalist Wendy Budd. Brewed in small batches using traditional fermentation methods, it’s rich in probiotics and infused with carefully selected herbs to support gut health and overall wellbeing.

Made with natural ingredients and no artificial additives, The Mighty Bucha blends Wendy’s herbal expertise with a passion for nourishing the body from the inside out. With a range of seasonal flavours and herbal infusions, each bottle delivers a refreshing and health-boosting experience.

Whether you’re new to kombucha or a longtime fan, The Mighty Bucha offers a vibrant, living drink that’s both delicious and designed with your wellness in mind.