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The Ins And Outs of Herbal Nutrition Supplements
Herbal dietary supplements are more popular than they have ever been
in the US. Some statistics indicate that up to 40%
of Americans admit
to using herbs or herbal supplements. The American herbal nutrition
supplement industry is worth more than a billion dollars in sales
annually. Make sure you know the facts before deciding if herbal
What Are Herbal & Dietary Supplements
Simply stated, herbal nutrition supplements are a “type”
of dietary supplement. In order for a dietary supplement to be labeled
an “herbal”, it must partially contain “herbs”
or other “botanicals” either singularly or in mixtures.
In the US, dietary supplements are defined by the Dietary Supplement
Health and Education ACT (DSHEA) and the guidelines are listed below:
- Are taken orally
- Is intended to supplement the diet by increasing the total
- dietary” daily intake.
- Must contain one or more vitamins, minerals, herbs (botanicals)
or amino acids(enzymes and glandulars)
- Is available as a pill, capsule, tablet, powder, concentrate
soft gels, gel caps or liquids.
- Are not represented as conventional food or as a meal replacement.
- Are directly labeled as “dietary supplement”.
Why Are Herbal Nutrition Supplements So Popular?
Herbal supplements are so popular because more people than ever are
looking natural, healthy ways to improve their overall health and
increase their quality of life. At first glace it may seem that the
current interest and popularity of herbal supplements may be new.
But historically, herbal medicine and treatments date back to prehistoric
man. Modern herbalism has come from three basic types of herbalism.
There are:
- chinese Herbalism (based on traditional oriental medicine)
- Ayurvedic Herbalism (from India)
- Western Herbalism (originally From Greece and Rome )
The world health organizations (WHO) estimate that, globally more
than 4 billion people use herbal remedies as part of their health
care treatment. There are many different types of herbal supplements
available today. You can easily find herbal anxiety supplements and
even an herbal supplement for fertility. Some of the reason that people
use herbal supplements today are listed below:
- Prevention of illness, or disease
- Manage symptoms related to illness, disease or injury
- As part of a weight control system
- To boost energy and increase vitality
- To induce relaxation or sleep
- To increase longevity
- In order to improve performance in the areas of mental, physical,
or emotional well being
- As part of, or as an alternative to, traditional medical treatments
- As part of a holistic or natural health lifestyle choice
- As an alternative to more expensive treatments
- As a convenient way to integrate additional or missing vitamins,
minerals, and herbs into their diet
What Are The Most Popular Herbal Supplements?
According to a survey taken by Drug Store News Glucosamine and Chondroitin,
which are used to treat Osteo- arthritis, and Ginkgo Biloba, which
is used to improve memory and increase blood flow to the brain, are
the most popular herbal supplements available with combined annual
sales revenues of 435 million dollars a year in the US. Below is your
herbal supplement guide to help you discover the top selling herbs
and supplements today:
US Top Selling Supplements and Their
Most Common Uses (bestseller listed first)
Glucosamine and Chondroitin
used for treat Osteo- arthritis.
CoQ-10
used for heart disease, muscle disorders, and as an antioxidant
Melatonin
used to treat insomnia and as an antioxidant
Amino Acids- used to increase muscle mass
Fish Oil and Omega
Fatty Acid
used for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and for inflammatory
diseases.
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone)
a steroid used to slow conditions associated with aging
Acidophilus
used for poor digestion, prevents bacterial overgrowth in the intestines
Lecithin
used to treat high cholesterol
Gelatin
used mainly as a food supplement.
Glucose
used most commonly as a food supplement or a form of sugar
Shark
Cartilage
used to treat arthritis and to treat cancer patients.
US
Top Selling Herbs and Their Most Common Uses (bestseller listed
first)
Ginkgo Biloba
used to increase brain blood flow, to prevent dementia, to improve
memory and as an antioxidant
St. John's Wort
used to treat depression
Ginseng
used for fatigue and weakness
Garlic
used to treat high cholesterol
Echinacea
primarily used for colds, flu and respiratory infection
Saw
Palmetto
used for prostate conditions
Kava Kava
used to treat anxiety and stress
Soy
commonly used for menopause
Valerian
used for anxiety
Evening Primrose
used for inflammation, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), menopause, immune
disorders
Grape Seed
used for allergies and as an antioxidant
Milk Thistle
used for liver disease and to protect the liver
Bilberry
used in eye health and to treat eye disorders
Black Cohosh
used for menstrual-cycle issues, such and painful menstruation and
estrogen replacement therapy at menopause.
Pycnogenol
used as an antioxidant
Ginger
Used for nausea, poor digestion
Other Popular Herbs
Cayenne
used for digestive and circulatory issues
Chamomile
used primarily as a relaxing tea to help with pain and fatigue and
help lull the user into sleep and as an anti-inflammatory
Cranberry
used for bladder and urinary tract infections.
Goldenseal
used as an immune-system booster for cold and flu and as an antiseptic
Also used to treat irregular menstruation, diarrhea, digestive issues,
and poor circulation
Green Tea
used for fatigue, and to lower cholesterol, used in cardiovascular
health and weight loss, May also help prevent tooth and gum decay.
Hawthorn
used to treat cardiovascular ailment, insomnia, and miscarriages.
Licorice
used to treat coughs and other throat and digestive issues.
Uva
Ursi
used to treat bladder and urinary tract infections.
Continue to : Are All Herbal Supplements Safe
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