Herb Safety Guidelines
Just because a product is natural doesn’t mean that it’s harmless. Inappropriate use can lead to adverse and damaging side effects. Always consult your physician before ingestion of any herb product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition.
- Alfalfa
- products not recommended for use by persons taking blood thinning agents.
- Boldo
- is not to be used by persons with gallstones, serious liver conditions or obstruction of the bile duct.
- Eucalyptus
- is not to be used by persons with inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal and bile ducts, nor severe diseases of the liver.
- Lemon grass
- is not to be used during pregnancy.
- Mugwort
- is not to be used during pregnancy.
- Senna
- should not be used if you have or develop diarrhea, loose stools, or abdominal pain. Consult your physician if you have frequent diarrhea. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult your physician before using this product.
- Wormwood
- should be used with caution. Avoid excessive or long term use. Not to be used during pregnancy.