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Get information on popular types of herbal supplements, including what they are used for, if they work, and what to avoid.
Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is the term for medical products and practices that are not part of standard medical care.
Learn about milk thistle, including its use, history, side effects, and results of clinical trials.
Learn about mistletoe and its use in complementary and alternative medical approaches.
Provides basic information about menopause and summarizes research on the efficacy and safety of complementary health approaches for menopausal symptoms.
Learn about the safety and effectiveness of bodybuilding and athletic supplements.
Can dietary supplements and other complimentary health approaches help with managing cancer symptoms? Find tips based on the latest science.
What does science say about use of dietary supplements for diabetes? Get the answers here.
Find fact sheets with information about specific herbs or botanicals—common names, what the science says, potential side effects and cautions, and resources for more information.
The HerbList App provides research-based information about the safety and effectiveness of herbal products.
Summarizes scientific research on St. John’s wort for depression and suggests sources for more information.
Tips about the safety and effectiveness of dietary supplements for weight control.
Find information and resources for understanding herbal medicine.
Browse a list of dietary supplements and herbal remedies to learn about their effectiveness, safety, and drug interactions.
Provides background information about botanicals and their use, safety, and health benefits as dietary supplements. See Botanical Supplement Fact Sheets for information about specific botanical supplements.