subject: 4 Common Mistakes People Make When Using Herbal Remedies [print this page] 4 Common Mistakes People Make When Using Herbal Remedies
When people do not get the results they want with pharmacological treatments, they usually turn to herbal medication. There is a fusion of positive and negative reports when it comes to herbal remedies. Some experienced a better quality of health while others have only horror stories to share. But more often than not, the bad effects of herbal remedies are caused by improper usage. Most of us tend to self-diagnose and self-medicate. We don't consult our doctor first about the possible effects of those remedies to our body. Contrary to popular belief, herbal remedies are not completely devoid of side effects. Excessive and improper use of them can still trigger side effects. You should avoid the following common mistakes when using herbal remedies:1. People mix herbal treatments with pharmacological drugsDo not ever take herbal treatments while you are under pharmacological medication. The meds you are taking might interact with the contents of the herbs. This is potentially lethal. It might cause poisoning of the system. If you are switching to herbal medication, consult your physician first. You have to finish your medications first and allow a few weeks of reprieve before starting with your herbal treatments. 2. People who believe in the benefits of garlic choose odor-free ready-made garlicMost people shy away from raw garlic because of the smell and the aftertaste. This is probably the reason why someone came up with an odor-free garlic remedy. But in truth, this does not have healthy benefits. Its core healing properties have already been removed. 3. People think Aloe Vera-based products are one and the same with Aloe Vera productsAloe Vera is an all-around treatment for skin diseases. It can help treat sun burn, dry skin, wrinkles, eczema and many other ailments of the integumentary system. But the problem with many ready-made skin products in the market is that they are "Aloe Vera-based". They have a bit of Aloe Vera content in them but additives, alcohol, fragrances and parabens have also been incorporated. They mislead people into thinking that the product can really work well in correcting their skin issues. If you want to get the full benefits of Aloe Vera, you should buy the real deal. It should be devoid of chemicals and preservatives. 4. People use non-organic herbsNon-organic herbs might have a bit of chemicals in them such as arsenic, mercury and lead. If these herbs have not been processed well, these chemicals can be ingested. Naturally, it will lead to unfavourable results. If you have decided to try natural remedies, you should stick to the organic ones. Be more careful when using herbal remedies. You would not want to make the same mistakes. Be vigilant and be discerning in the treatments you are using.
