A lot many plants and herbs have medicinal properties. Medicinal plants have great importance even today. In fact, many of the modern medicines are extracted from plants and trees. The Chinese medical system is totally dependent on herbs to cure illnesses. Bulk herbs and dried herbs provide remedies to many ailments and are locally available. Enough knowledge about herbs or herbal products has to be obtained before using them. This is because just like the medicines, herbs will also exert the adverse effects when taken carelessly and in inappropriate doses. Herbs, when included in the culinary dishes, allow making use of their medical properties.
Electronic version of herbal resource. Includes recipes, herbal product details, expert column, news, and more.
Organization dedicated to researching and providing scientific information on the safety and health benefits of botanicals throughout the world from multiple medical traditions.
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University of Texas provides information on herbal medicines and herbal safety.
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