Science is just beginning to uncover the myriad benefits and countless applications of various herbs and herbal extracts in conjunction with a healthy diet and lifestyle.  As the benefits of herbal supplements are becoming more widely known and accepted, more and more people are turning to these natural remedies instead of pharmaceutical drugs to improve their health and promote general well-being.

Herbal Products are an integral part of eastern medicine, and their benefits have been known for centuries.  Herbal Products can promote general health and well-being by aiding in digestion, providing antioxidant protection, boost energy, supplement the immune system, support memory and neural processes, reduce stress and improve vision.  Herbal Supplementscan also be used to enhance sexual libido and promote tranquility and general sense of well being.

Herbal Supplements are generally safe, but some interact with each other.  It is important to talk with a doctor trained in herbal medicine before you combine herbs or take herbs with conventional western medications.

Herbal Supplements such as aloe vera, bitter orange, milk thistle, ginger root, gingko biloba, green tea, black cohosh, and dong quai are well known for their power in fighting disease.  Natural food stores and vitamin shop’s shelves are lined with herbs, so many that often, the consumer is overwhelmed with a variety of herbs that are available on the shelf.

The problem with the increased popularity of herbal medicine comes with their regulation, or lack thereof.  Herbal nutritional supplements are not strictly regulated in the United States, making their safety, efficacy or even the true content of their ingredients subject to scrutiny.  For many products, there is no guarantee of the quantity or quality of the herb included.  There is no way for you to know if it is organic, or pesticide free, or even fresh.

Working with an integrative MD can help you sort out what herbs you need and what products are quality products worth your hard earned dollar.