Do herbal remedies work?
This is one of the most frequently asked questions about herbal remedies. Many people have asked me this question, both in person, especially when I used to teach classes about herbal remedies, and through this website. It is a complicated question to answer, because it depends on a lot of factors. First, what are you hoping to accomplish with herbal remedies? Herbal remedies have many different effects on any individual using the herbs. It is important to know what you want from the herb, and also to know that while herbs can be very powerful, they have limitations. Secondly, are you using the appropriate herbal remedy for the effect you want? Certain herbs are effective for certain conditions, but if you select the wrong remedy, it may not help, and may even worsen the problem. Next, are you willing to take the herbal remedy long enough to see the result? If you are using a herbal remedy to treat a minor complaint, such as minor indigestion, you will see rapid results, if you are usi
