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Question by Sarah: Questions about taking multiple herbal supplements?
Can I take St John’s Wort three times a day, Brahmi once a day, and then Valerian root at night? Would those three be compatible? Or do I even have to worry about compatibility with herbal supplements?

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Answer by chickie85
I would need to fist ask. Are you taking any at the moment? If so which ones? You should look up the family’s related to all of those herbs and the side effects for taking them alone. Also you should never take three herbs , especially so many and different kinds on top of it if you don’t already know if you are allergic to one or all of them. Always start with one dose of one of these then gradually increase if you think you need more of a particular herb.

Please see my website for more information. I am researching herbs and adding information to my site as I go. Definitely look up any possible side effects to each herb before using them.

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Question by cHel: Do Herbal Weight Loss Supplements Work?
Since herbal drugs or herbal supplements are not really tested by Food and Drug Administration or i mean maybe not all. I was this planning to buy herbal weight loss supplements, do you think it is effective or I would just waste time losing weight taking this drug? I really need more information about this. Thanks in advance!

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Answer by Miles
FDA has nothing to with the effectiveness of a drug. The only thing the FDA regulates is what can be used and what can be said to market the product. Herbal supplements like green tea does not work. They have more of a placebo effect.

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Question by beyonddreams: Does it matter if you take herbal supplements with tap water or filtered water?
Is filtered water better for taking herbal supplements?

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Answer by Rose K
No it does not matter. In fact, some “filtered” water isn’t even well-filtered.

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Question by Jay: Side effects of natural herbal supplements?
Natural/herbal sexual performance supplements

If taken in excess or too much too soon, can they have long term bad side effects? I’ve heard that since they’re natural ingredients, they shouldn’t, but can they?

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Answer by Paraiba Blue
Too much of anything can be bad for your health. I’m aware there are herbal supplements that inter act with heart medicine prescriptions. You need to use the internet to see what is normal dosage and whether or not the herb reacts with any prescription medicines.

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Herbal Supplements: Efficacy, Toxicity, Interactions With Western Drugs, and Effects on Clinical Laboratory Tests

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PDR for Nonprescription Drugs, Dietary Supplements, and Herbs, 2008 (Physicians’ Desk Reference (PDR) for Nonprescription Drugs and Dietary Supplements)

The essential guide to OTC medications and more

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Question by oldweirdhoss: Can herbal supplements interfere with oral contraceptives?
In particular, does Kava decrease effectiveness or cause breakthrough bleeding? If so, will the bleeding stop on its own when I stop using the herbal supplements?

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Answer by debsters b
I would definitely ask your gyn about that

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Question by cby: Has anyone ever used herbal supplements for allergies?
I have an allergic reaction to pollen that causes my lower and upper eyelids to swell up. I’ve tried Claritin, Benadryl, Zyrtec, Singulair, and Cyproheptadine. None of these products have given me 100% relief, and they all come with unwanted side effects. Are herbal supplements the answer? And if so, what should I purchase, and from whom?

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Answer by runnerpadilla
No- avoid herbal supplemets and stick with good old fashion claritin.

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Herbal supplements for a healthy life

Herbal supplements are usually made out of natural plants and herbs and are used to supplement a diet or a natural health deficiency in our bodies. Natural herbs have been around for centuries long before pharmaceutical drugs became available, in fact many prescription medications used today come from natural plant derivatives.

There has been a huge increase in the number of people using herbal supplements over the past few years due to its various benefits and uses. More than 80% of the people around the globe use herbal supplements for health purposes. Herbal supplements have now been proven to be very effective in treating mild to severe illnesses.

The most common advantage of using an herbal supplement is that many of them have less side effects than say prescription medications. The bio availability of herbal supplements are high and hence they can be absorbed by the body more effectively. The majority of herbal supplements do not contain chemicals that can cause harm or toxicity to the body. Most of the herbal supplements contain natural ingredients that are very good for the body. They provide all the essential nutrients and vitamins that our bodies require.

Though herbal supplements are considered to be very beneficial they do have a few disadvantages. The major disadvantage is that herbal supplements are not all approved by the FDA. These products cannot be used in case of an emergency and they should not be considered a complete substitute for food or illness.

Aloe Vera is one of the more popular herbal supplements. The aloe Vera plant  is considered to have antiseptic properties and is used for the process of healing in case of injury or burns. Cocoa is yet another herbal supplements that aids in heart health and proper blood circulation.

There are number of shops that sell different kinds of herbal supplements. It is very important to be picky when choosing an herbal product. Quality is a major factor to be considered while buying any kind of herbal supplement.

It should also be a good idea to try sticking with name brand products or products that carry a money back guarantee.