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I am interested in studying herbal remedies.

Certain herbs have been touted for all kinds of conditions. From anxiety-relieving effects and immune-boosting powers to keeping your heart healthy and zillions of other uses.

But it’s not as easy as opening a bottle and bringing on the purported good stuff.

Many herbs aren’t backed by strong scientific evidence showing they’re safe or effective in people. And some herbal remedies can interact badly with certain medications or have unintended consequences for people living with certain conditions.

“Herbal supplements aren’t regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) with the same standards as pharmaceutical drugs,” explains integrative medicine specialist Melissa Young, MD.

“In addition, if you're living with any health concerns or if you’re taking any medications, you’ll want to be especially careful about potential drug-herb interactions. I always advise talking with a healthcare provider before taking any kind of supplements, especially herbs.”

Dr. Young shares insight into some popular herbal supplements and their potential risks.

What are herbal supplements?
Herbal supplements are products derived from plants, including their oils, roots, leaves, seeds, berries or flowers. Many have been used for centuries and may have particular health benefits and healing properties. But it’s important to recognize that “natural” doesn’t always equate to safe or effective. More on that in a bit.

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