I saw this article from a fellow community and I felt compelled to share it to everyone as the information appears to be comprehensive, important and of interest in our community.

Like prescription medicine, herbal supplements can have both benefits and adverse side effects. Regardless of whether you subscribe to the use of herbal supplements or not, I feel you will find the article very useful in providing insight on these matters.

- "Natural" doesn't always mean safe

- Should I ask my doctor before using a supplement?

- Interaction with prescription and OTC medicine

- Safety tips

Also, the article shares the importance of reporting adverse effects, if any, and how/whom to report it, plus some tips when using supplements.

Here is the link.

 http://www.knowyourback.org/Pages/Treatments/AlternativeMedicine/He...