2008
DOI: 10.1007/s11606-008-0632-y
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Herbal Medicine in the United States: Review of Efficacy, Safety, and Regulation

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“…[32] Chamomile is traditionally taken as a herbal tea to reduce anxiety, aid sleep, and help alleviate gastrointestinal symptoms. [33] Research has shown it has antiinflammatory, antibacterial and sedating properties. [34] Two studies investigating the reasons for herbal use in pregnancy found that chamomile was taken for relaxation and to help sleep [24,26] and to aid digestion and help alleviate the symptoms of nausea.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…[32] Chamomile is traditionally taken as a herbal tea to reduce anxiety, aid sleep, and help alleviate gastrointestinal symptoms. [33] Research has shown it has antiinflammatory, antibacterial and sedating properties. [34] Two studies investigating the reasons for herbal use in pregnancy found that chamomile was taken for relaxation and to help sleep [24,26] and to aid digestion and help alleviate the symptoms of nausea.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…[55][56][57] In Africa or Central America, intoxication is sometimes endemic, since these plants are often used for making tea. In Western countries, cases of herb-induced hepatitis have been observed after use of preparations containing Symphytum or Chinese herbs.…”
Section: Toxicitymentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Many of the developing countries practice traditional medicine as its main source of healthcare, which is usually of plant origin [1,2]. Today, nearly 88% of the global populations switch to plant derived medicines as their first line of defense for maintaining health and combating diseases [3].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%