Choosing the right herbal remedy depends on your individual wellness goals. Each product page includes detailed information about its traditional uses, key herbs and suggested applications.

If you're still unsure, we're happy to answer questions and help you choose products based on their traditional uses. However, we cannot diagnose, treat or recommend products for specific medical conditions.

Some herbs may be noticed relatively quickly, while others are traditionally used to support long-term wellness and are most effective when taken consistently over time. Results vary from person to person.

Often, yes. Many herbs are traditionally combined together. However, because everyone has different health conditions and medications, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider before combining herbal products if you have any concerns.

Not all herbs are considered appropriate during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. In fact, most herbs have not been extensively studied for safety during pregnancy or lactation, so there simply isn't enough high-quality research to confidently determine whether many herbal products are safe during these stages of life.

While many herbs have a long history of traditional use, tradition is not the same as scientific evidence. For this reason, we recommend taking a cautious approach and consulting your healthcare provider, midwife or a qualified clinical herbalist before using any herbal products during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Some herbs that are generally avoided during pregnancy unless specifically recommended by a qualified practitioner include:

• Black Cohosh
• Blue Cohosh
• Goldenseal
• Mugwort
• Pennyroyal
• Thuja (Arborvitae)
• Wormwood
• Juniper
• Cotton Root Bark
• Angelica (Dong Quai)
• Large amounts of Sage
• Licorice Root (especially with high blood pressure)

There are also several herbs that are generally considered safe when used appropriately, although you should still discuss their use with your healthcare provider:

• Ginger (for occasional nausea)
• Chamomile (in moderation)
• Lemon Balm
• Nettle Leaf
• Oatstraw
• Red Raspberry Leaf (typically recommended after the first trimester)
• Rose
• Calendula (primarily topical use)

If a product contains herbs that are traditionally not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, we make every effort to note that in the product description. If you have any questions about a specific product, please don't hesitate to contact us before purchasing.

Some herbal products may be appropriate for children, while others are intended for adults only. Recommended herbs, preparations and serving sizes vary depending on a child's age, weight and individual needs.

Please note that none of our elixirs or syrups are recommended for infants under 12 months of age because they contain raw honey. Raw honey can contain spores of Clostridium botulinum, which may cause infant botulism in babies under one year of age. For this reason, pediatricians and the CDC recommend that infants younger than 12 months should not consume honey in any form, including herbal syrups and elixirs.

For older children, many herbs can be used safely when they are age-appropriate and properly dosed. However, because children's bodies process herbs differently than adults, we always recommend consulting your pediatric healthcare provider before introducing any new herbal product.

If you're shopping for a child, please contact us before purchasing. We're happy to help you determine which products are traditionally appropriate for your child's age and answer any questions you may have about ingredients or usage.

Some herbs can interact with prescription medications by increasing or decreasing their effects, altering how they're metabolized or increasing the risk of side effects. While many herbs are generally well tolerated, it's important to exercise caution if you're taking prescription medications, have a chronic medical condition or are preparing for surgery.

Some of the most well-known herbs that may interact with medications include:

• St. John's Wort – May reduce the effectiveness of many medications by increasing their breakdown in the liver, including birth control pills, antidepressants, blood thinners, transplant medications and certain heart medications.

• Ginkgo – May increase the risk of bleeding when combined with blood thinners or antiplatelet medications.

• Garlic (high-dose supplements) – May increase bleeding risk and may affect some blood pressure and diabetes medications.

• Ginger – Large amounts may increase bleeding risk and may affect blood sugar or blood pressure.

• Turmeric – High doses may increase bleeding risk and may interact with blood sugar medications.

• Goldenseal – Can affect liver enzymes responsible for metabolizing many prescription medications.

• Licorice Root – May raise blood pressure, lower potassium levels and interfere with heart medications, diuretics and corticosteroids.

• Kava – May increase sedation and should not be combined with alcohol or other medications that affect the central nervous system.

• Valerian – May enhance the effects of sedatives, sleep medications and certain anti-anxiety medications.

• Echinacea – May interact with immunosuppressant medications and certain drugs metabolized by the liver.

The medications most commonly affected by herbs include:

• Blood thinners and anticoagulants (such as warfarin, apixaban, rivaroxaban and clopidogrel)

• Blood pressure medications

• Diabetes medications and insulin

• Antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications

• Sleep medications and sedatives

• Immunosuppressant medications (such as those used after organ transplants)

• Heart rhythm medications

• Anti-seizure medications

• Thyroid medications

• Birth control pills

• Certain chemotherapy medications

This is not a complete list, and many interactions depend on the specific herb, dosage and individual health history. If you're taking any prescription medications, are under the care of a healthcare provider or have a chronic medical condition, we strongly recommend speaking with your physician or pharmacist before beginning any new herbal product.

No. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not approve herbal dietary supplements in the same way it approves prescription or over-the-counter medications.

As required by the FDA, the statements made about our products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.