Herbal Medicine

Oil Pulling: Health Benefits, How to Do It, Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Mineral Oil: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

By Cherie Berkley, MS

Mistletoe Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage

By Lindsay Curtis

Wormwood: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage

By Lindsay Curtis

Kratom Controversy: Miracle Medicine or a Dangerous Drug?

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Dead Sea Salts for Psoriasis

Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD

Ivy Leaf: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

By Sherry Christiansen

Cannabidiol (CBD) in Treating Sleep Problems

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Chanca Piedra: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Elecampane: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Woodruff Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Horsetail Benefits, Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Gymnema Sylvestre: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Taz Bhatia, MD

Avena Sativa Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Using CBD to Treat Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms

Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD

Pennyroyal: Uses, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Holy Basil: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Roman Chamomile: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Corydalis: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Chaparral: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Juniper Berries: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Korean Ginseng: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations of Ligustrum

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Vervain: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Uva Ursi: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

The Health Benefits of Sarsaparilla

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Pelargonium Sidoides: Benefits, Side Effects, Interaction

Medically reviewed by Jenny Sweigard, MD

Yerba Santa: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Suma: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Taz Bhatia, MD

Mugwort: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Oak Bark: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Bugleweed: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Coltsfoot: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

The Health Benefits of Adaptogens

Medically reviewed by Taz Bhatia, MD

The Health Benefits of Pu-erh Tea

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Turmeric: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Black Cohosh: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Horny Goat Weed: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Argan Oil: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Vitamin E and Scar Prevention or Removal

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Ammi Visnaga: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Anti-Inflammatory Diet Foods to Eat & Avoid, Benefits

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Xiao Yao Wan: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Parsley: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Amanu: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparation

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Aloe Vera: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Witch Hazel: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Anise: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Lemon Eucalyptus Oil: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Use Tea Tree Oil Anti-Fungal and More

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Herbal Medicine and Liver Damage

By Charles Daniel

Tamanu Oil: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Lemon Balm: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Eyebright: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Milk Thistle: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Neem: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Dong Quai: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Shepherd's Purse: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Black Salve: Risks, Side Effects, and Purported Benefits

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Allspice: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Fighting Oxidative Stress to Improve Health

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

White Mulberry: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Coptis Chinensis: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Ayurvedic Herbs: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Olive Leaf Extract: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Valerian Root: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Saw Palmetto: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Avipattikar: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Shilajit: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Ziziphus: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Senna Tea: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Boswellia: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Emu Oil: Benefits, Side Effects, and Dosage

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Hibiscus Tea: Benefits, Side Effects, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Pycnogenol: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Kudzu: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Feverfew: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Hawthorn: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Pueraria Mirifica: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

3 Natural Ways to Reduce Antibiotic Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Rochelle Collins, DO

Nigella Sativa: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Bitter Melon: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Bishop's Weed: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Butea Superba: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Butcher's Broom Benefits for Chronic Venous Insufficiency

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Eleuthero: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Pygeum: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

The Benefits of Spikenard Essential Oil

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Popular Herbs in the United States

By Cathy Wong

Slippery Elm: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, Interaction

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Sea Buckthorn: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Arnica: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Rochelle Collins, DO

Guayusa Tea: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Horse Chestnut: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Blue Cohosh: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Larch Arabinogalactan: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Huperzine A: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Chickweed: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Comfrey Cream: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Synsepalum Dulcificum Safety and Uses

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Hops: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Magnolia Bark: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Thunder God Vine: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

American Ginseng: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Natural Breast Enlargement Pills Use and Safety

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Chinese Skullcap: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Willow Bark: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Devil's Claw: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

5 Food Nutrients to Supercharge Your Immune System

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Astragalus: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Schisandra: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Yohimbe: Benefits, Safety Concerns, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Propolis: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Natural Remedies for Females to Treat Sexual Dysfunction

Medically reviewed by Rochelle Collins, DO

Dandelion Root Benefits, Uses, and Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Benefits and Uses of Colloidal Silver

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Fo-Ti: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Panax Ginseng: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Clove Oil (Eugenol Extract) for Treating a Toothache

Medically reviewed by Sumaya Ibraheem, DDS

Cat's Claw: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, Interaction

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

What You Need to Know About Herbal Tinctures

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Goldenseal: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Chamomile: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Senna: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Eucommia: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Cassava: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Juan Bi Tang: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Can Drinking Tea Reduce Iron Absorption?

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Mullein Leaf: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Poria Mushrooms: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Nux Vomica: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Maral Root: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Prunella Vulgaris: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris): Benefits, Side Effects, Preparation

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Ephedra: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

How Moxibustion Is Used in Traditional Chinese Therapy

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Jojoba: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Ivy Gourd: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Cissus Quadrangularis: Benefits and Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Mulungu Bark: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Greater Celandine: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Blood of the Dragon: Benefits, Side Effects, Preparations

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Belladonna: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Jiaogulan: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Motherwort: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Wild Lettuce: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparation

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Natural Burn Remedies and Ointments

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

Cramp Bark: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Rooibos: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Saussurea: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Licorice Root: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Possible Drug Interactions With Chamomile

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

The Causes and Treatment of Beriberi

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Khella: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Health Uses of Biochemic Tissue Salts

Medically reviewed by Meredith Bull, ND

Bilberry: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Red Clover: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Catuaba: Benefits, Dosage, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Using CBD Oil for Treating Anxiety

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Bloodroot: Benefits, Side Effects, and Preparations

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Sage: Health Benefits, Side Effects, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Can Umcka Ease Colds and Sore Throats?

Medically reviewed by Chris Vincent, MD

Full-Spectrum CBD: What It Is, Types, How It Works

By Cristina Mutchler

Carrier Oils for CBD: How to Choose the Best One

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

Best CBD Oils of 2020

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Synthetic Cannabinoids: Dangers, Legalities, and Origins

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND

Cannabinoids: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

CBD Oil: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

CBD in Treating Cancer and Cancer-Related Symptoms

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

Will CBD Oil Result in a Positive Drug Test?

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

CBD Oil as a Treatment for Autism

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc

CBD Oil for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD

Cannabidiol (CBD) for Epilepsy Treatment

Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD

Can CBD Oil Help Relieve Pain?

Medically reviewed by Lana Butner, ND, LAc

CBD for Arthritis: Safety, Effectiveness and Legalities

Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD

CBD Oil for Migraines: What Does the Research Say?

Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD

CBD Oil for Lupus: Is it Safe? Effective? Legal?

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

CBD Oil for Fibromyalgia: Is it Effective, Safe, or Legal?

Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD