Herbal information - Online herbal resource
Herbateka is online resource for herbal information promoting the safe and effective use of medicinal plants, phytomedicines and herbs for their therapeutic or medicinal value. From the age-old healing practices of shamans to current scientific research, this wealth of ancient and modern knowledge is now available in one source for health-conscious consumers. Many people are turning to herbal remedies to avoid the harmful side effects of pharmaceutical drugs, when they fall victim to the failure modern medicine, or when they find the medical industry doesn't have treatment for their illness.For most herbs, the specific ingredient that causes a therapeutic effect is not known. Whole herbs contain many ingredients, and it is likely that they work together to produce the desired medicinal effect. Many factors affect how effective an herb will be. For example, the type of environment (climate, bugs, soil quality) in which a plant grew will affect its components, as will how and when it was harvested and processed.

Used correctly, many herbs are considered safer than conventional medications, but because they are unregulated, herbal products are often mislabeled and may contain undeclared additives and adulterants. Some herbs are associated with allergic reactions or interact with conventional drugs. Self-prescribing herbal products will increase your risk, so it is important to consult your doctor and an herbalist before taking herbal medicines.

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