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To Go or Not to Go Herbal, that is the Question…

Nutrition

To Go or Not to Go Herbal, that is the Question…

To Go or Not to Go Herbal, that is the Question… Many people nowadays are turning to “organics” and “naturals” otherwise known as herbals. The rising popularity of herbal supplements has created a new fad if not a new health lifestyle. But before you join the bandwagon, here are some things you need to know about this mean, “green” dietary supplementing machine. What is the difference between a drug and a dietary supplement? According to the definition set by food and drug administrations in different countries, drugs are chemicals that can prevent, prolong the life, treat other effects of a...

Herbal Supplements: Caveat Emptor

Nutrition

Herbal Supplements: Caveat Emptor

Herbal Supplements: Caveat Emptor In countries such as the United States, weight control is a very serious issue that is quite literally a matter of life and death. The U.S. population has one of the largest numbers of obese and overweight people. For this reason, there is now a huge and growing demand for quick, easy schemes to lose weight. Despite the seemingly countless “miracle” diet schemes available to the public, a product or method has yet to emerge which allows for quick, easy and physically safe weight-loss such as herbal supplements. The most well-known herbal supplements are ephedrine or...