Herbal Medicine

Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Herbal medicine also called: Botanicals, Phytotherapy

A plant is a facility or the portion used for its scent, taste or therapeutic properties. Medical herbs are products of dietary supplements that people take to improve their health. Many herbs have long been used for health alleged. They are in the form of tablets, capsules, powders, teas, extracts of plants and fresh or dried. However, it can cause health problems, some are not effective and some may be interactions with other medications you are taking.

To use a product made from plants is as safe as possible
-- Ask your doctor of medicine herbs
-- Do not take a dose larger than the label recommends
-- Do you trained under the direction of a medical professional
-- Be especially careful if you are pregnant or breastfeeding