Herbal Medicine and Its Many Advantages
Nowadays is the era of everything that is herbal and natural. Millions of "all
natural," "all herbal" health and dietary supplements are swamping the markets today.
Some of us are puzzled as to where and how the sudden exaggeration for those
things started. Maybe it was because we became suddenly concerned and watchful
of our health and well-being.
On the other hand, maybe the media has so much influence over us that we often fail to see
beyond the glamorous models and endorsers. In any way, do not fail to recognize that usage of
herbal medicines and natural remedies dates back millions of years ago. Archaeological remains
from early civilizations have revealed that plants were used in burials and other rituals.
The earliest written account of herbal remedies comes from China and dates back to 2800 BC.
Herbal medicines have had a checkered history ever since, in and out of favor with the great and
the common man. But throughout the last 5000 or so years, it has continued to develop until today,
when in the light of growing concern about the efficacy and side effects of many synthetic drugs,
herbal medicines are once again providing a safe and natural alternative treatment for many everyday
complaints.
Among the listed advantages of herbal medicines and natural alternatives are as follows:
1. Cost - Herbs cost less than prescription drugs. They are certainly much more convenient. Without a
prescription, you can go to the health food store and buy whatever you want. However, it is always
wise to consult with your doctor first before taking ANY medications. Natural does not necessarily mean
safe for you. Many natural substances can be harmful.
However, it is also important to note that medicines are not categorized as drugs. Alternative medications
are treated as food, not medicines, because they are considered "natural". They can be sold as
dietary supplements without a prescription. Supplement claims are not subject to the same scientific
scrutiny as prescription medications. Unlike prescription medicines, herbal products do not have to be
tested to prove that they work well and are safe before they are sold.
In addition, herbal products may not be pure, they might have other things in them, like plant pollen or
contaminants that could make you sick. At the present time, testing and standardized manufacturing of
herbal and other supplements is needed.
2. Effectiveness and Potency - Reasons for seeking alternative treatments may include dissatisfaction
with traditional healthcare, although the efficacy of herbal medicines is mostly subjective to the patient.
Potency may vary, depending on genetic variation of different strains of herbs, growing conditions, timing
and method of harvesting, exposure to air, light and moisture over time and type of preservation.
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