Herbal Supplements

The rising popularity of herbal supplements has created a new fad if not a new health lifestyle. What is the difference between a drug and a dietary supplement?

Iron supplements are given to treat mild cases of anemia.

Herbal supplements are not classified as drugs but as dietary supplements. Moreover, dietary supplements could either contain vitamins, minerals, herbals, or amino acids, all aimed to add to or supplement the diet of an individual.

Is there a growing concern with the use of herbal supplements?

With the rising popularity of using and consuming anything herbal or organic is the proliferation of fake herbal supplements that threaten to endanger lives. If that’s the case, then why are herbal supplements given drug administration approvals? We could ensure the quality and safety of herbal supplements if they get proper classification with the food and drug administration.

Is using herbal supplements worth the risk?

Never take more herbal supplements than what is directed by the doctor or as instructed on the bottle. Each individual reacts differently to the components of herbal supplements.