Are Chinese Herbs Safe to Use During Pregnancy and Breast Feeding?
Generally speaking, Chinese herb formulas provided to the public in prepared form are safe to use during pregnancy and breast feeding. Formulas containing certain herbs such as rhubarb, cardamoms, and persica should usually be avoided during pregnancy, and formulas containing rhubarb, senna, or aloe should usually be avoided during breast feeding. Consult a health professional with specific questions. 10. Aren’t Chinese Herbs Quite Expensive? The price of Chinese herbs varies greatly. but the tonic herbs, which are the most important and unique feature of this herbal system, tend to be expensive. Since such ingredients are included in most of the formulations, the product price may be relatively high. However, they are very cost effective. For an investment of approximately $1.00 per day, the average consumer can obtain many benefits. Compare this with the amount most people are willing to spend on unhealthy practices (such as cigarette smoking) and it is easily seen that Chinese herbs
