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  ACS :: Herbal Supplement May Fight Prostate Cancer
An herbal supplement shows promise with patients whose cancer did not respond to traditional hormone therapy, according to the results of a clinical trial.
An herbal supplement that has been the talk of many prostate-cancer support groups for almost a decade now shows promise with patients whose cancer did not respond to traditional hormone therapy, according to clinical trial results published this month in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
The supplement was relatively well-tolerated by the patients in the study, except for a few cases (4%) of thromboembolism, in which a piece of a blood clot breaks free and clogs a blood vessel.
www.cancer.org /docroot/NWS/content/NWS_1_1x_Herbal_Supplement_May_Fight_Prostate_Cancer_.asp?sitearea=NWS&viewmode=print&   (795 words)

  
  Sports Nutrition Resources-Encyclopedia Herbal Supplement Resources   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Creatine: The Power Supplement is the first book to provide scientific analysis of creatine supplementation on exercise performance and athlete health and safety.
Though commonly associated with health food stores, dietary supplements also are sold in grocery, drug and national discount chain stores, as well as through mail-order catalogs, TV programs, the Internet, and direct sales.
A product sold as a dietary supplement and touted in its labeling as a new treatment or cure for a specific disease or condition would be considered an unauthorized--and thus illegal--drug.
www.sports-nutrition-resources.biz /encyclopedia-herbal-supplement.html   (1572 words)

  
 OHSU Health - Herbal Medicine   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Herbal supplements may contain entire plants or plant parts; moreover, they are considered foods, not drugs, by the FDA and, therefore, are not subject to the same regulations as traditional medications.
Herbal supplements are considered foods, not drugs, by the FDA and, therefore, are not subject to the same testing, manufacturing, and labeling standards and regulations as drugs.
It is important to remember that herbal supplements are not subject to regulation by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and, therefore, have not been clinically tested to prove their effectiveness in the treatment or management of medical conditions.
www.ohsuhealth.com /htaz/cam/safety_risks/herbal_medicine.cfm   (1042 words)

  
 Encyclopedia Herbal Supplement   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Herbal supplement encyclopedia Herbal Supplement Encyclopedia Much searching has been spent analyzing the help that we are giving to you.
This herbal and supplement encyclopedia was written in an effort to provide accurate and up to date information on herbs that are commonly used in herbal preparations within Canada and the United...
Echinacea is a good herbal supplement to take during cold and flu season, and...
www.planetherbs.net /herbalsupplement/encyclopediaherbalsupplement   (930 words)

  
 Herbal Supplements: Consider Safety, Too [NCCAM Health Information]
Herbal supplements are a type of dietary supplement that contains herbsA plant or part of a plant used for its flavor, scent, or potential therapeutic properties.
If you use herbal supplements, it is best to do so under the guidance of a medical professional who has been properly trained in herbal medicine.
Some herbal supplements have been found to be contaminated with metals, unlabeled prescription drugs, microorganisms, or other substances.
nccam.nih.gov /health/supplement-safety   (1207 words)

  
 MSU News -- Herbal supplement use: Not telling your doctor can be dangerous
Herbal supplements may contain substances that affect the immune system, alter the effects of other medications or interfere with surgical recovery.
Consumers may neglect to mention supplements that they think of as food and/or nutrition supplements, such as a cup of kava tea they have with a snack or a dose of gingko biloba they take along with their daily multivitamin.
Some consumers may hesitate to tell their health care practitioners about their use of herbal supplements for fear of being criticized or because they don't believe that their practitioners are knowledgeable about herbal remedies.
www.montana.edu /news/1044486780.html   (607 words)

  
 Herbal supplement weakens cancer drug, scientists say / St. John's wort effects last weeks after use stops
The latest research shows that the herbal supplement led to a 40 percent decrease in blood levels of Camptosar, used to treat many forms of cancer.
John's wort is classified as a dietary supplement, and as such it is free from most regulation.
Oncologists are particularly concerned about herbal supplements, because surveys show that about half of all cancer patients use some form of alternative medicine.
www.sfgate.com /cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2002/04/09/MN184496.DTL&type=printable   (681 words)

  
 Herbal supplements: What to know before you buy - MayoClinic.com
Herbal supplements may be particularly risky for certain individuals, and their labels are often vague, confusing and of little help when it comes to making a selection.
The regulations require supplement manufacturers to evaluate the identity, purity, strength and composition of their dietary supplements to ensure that they contain what their labels claim and are free of contaminants.
Manufacturers typically refer to herbal products by their common name and the part of the plant used to make the herbal supplement, such as root, stem or leaf.
www.mayoclinic.com /health/herbal-supplements/SA00044   (1078 words)

  
 Herbal Natural Supplements
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 Complementary & Alternative Medicine - Herbal Medicine
Herbal supplements are products made from plants for use in the treatment and management of disease and certain medical conditions.
Herbal supplements may contain entire plants or plant parts; moreover, they are considered foods, not drugs, by the FDA and, therefore, are not subject to the same regulations as traditional medications.
However, herbal supplement labels still cannot say anything about treating specific medical conditions, because herbal supplements are not subject to clinical trials or to the same manufacturing standards as prescription or traditional over-the-counter drugs.
healthcare.utah.edu /healthinfo/adult/altmed/herbal.htm   (1036 words)

  
 Big Manufacturers Enter Herbal-Supplement Market
The big new makers and retailers of the supplements argue that they are simply providing natural solutions for good health in an age of self-medication, and that they are drawing criticism in part because their products are seen as cut-rate competition for high-profit pharmaceuticals.
As a result of all this, retail sales of the supplements have increased sharply, growing by 18 percent just last year, to $3.6 billion, and 43 percent since the regulatory changes were adopted in 1994, according to the Nutrition Business Journal, a trade publication.
The big-name herbal pill dispensers now entering the market say they are sticking to more "mainstream" substances and argue that those formulas are safe and effective when taken by healthy people in recommended doses.
www.wellesley.edu /Chemistry/Chem101/healing/herbal-supplements.html   (1769 words)

  
 encyclopedia herbal supplement   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Green Leaf Herbs herbal maintenance program has been produced after 35 years of careful research and experience in working with natural food and herb supplements.
Study herbal supplements and become a nutritional consultant through the Global College's home-study program.
NHA provides natural herbal health supplements for joint inflammation, arthritis pain relief, prostate, energy, fatigue and sexual health vitamins for men and women.
www.pixie-dust.com /encyclopedia_herbal_supplement.html   (265 words)

  
 Herbal Medicine
Herbal supplements are considered foods, not drugs, by the FDA and, therefore, are not subject to the same testing, manufacturing, and labeling standards and regulations as drugs.
For example, St. John's wort is a popular herbal supplement thought to be useful for treating depression in some cases.
It is important to remember that herbal supplements are not subject to regulation by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and, therefore, have not been tested in an FDA-approved clinical trial to prove their effectiveness in the treatment or management of medical conditions.
www.healthsystem.virginia.edu /UVAHealth/adult_cam/herbal.cfm   (1050 words)

  
 Herbal Supplements - A Quickreference Guide - Herbs
It seems that the use of herbal supplements is becoming more and more popular with every passing day.
Of course, as with any sort of medicine, you should consult with a qualified professional, but this article will serve as a quick-reference list for some of the most common herbal supplements, and what they are used for.
Cayenne - not as widely known as an herbal supplement, but certainly widely used as a spice, Cayenne pepper has been reported to help with a variety of problems, most notably most digestive issues, and circulatory issues.
www.bellaonline.com /articles/art8258.asp   (814 words)

  
 Herbal Supplement : by Ray Sahelian, M.D. Herbal Remedy
Most doctors do not have enough time to discuss herbal supplements with their patients within the allotted time needed to satisfy a managed care medical office, or to make a suitable income after office expenses.
In terms of herbal supplements, and in particular the ones containing herbal "extracts", I've been wondering whether herbal "extracts" are really such a good idea, in that these herbal extracts, as I understand it, contain isolated and concentrated components of herbs, these components being what are considered the "active" components.
Each herb and herbal extract needs to be evaluated individually in different dosages for each person who is using them, and also how they interact with other supplements and medicines.
www.raysahelian.com /herbal.html   (2185 words)

  
 Encyclopedia Herbal Supplement encyclopedia herbal supplement   (Site not responding. Last check: )
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Using herbal supplements for appetite control and weight loss.
Using herbal supplements for symptoms of sexual dysfunction.
www.vitaminsa2z.com /26/encyclopedia-herbal-supplement.html   (452 words)

  
 Herbal Faq
In addition, manufacturers of herbal products are specifically required to limit their ingredients to either those that were already in the market prior to passage of landmark legislation in 1994 or those that a company can convincingly show, by providing information to the Food and Drug Administration, to be safe.
Since supplements are legally classified as a specifically defined type of food, all supplements are required to be manufactured to the same high standards that are required of all foods.
All herbal products are required to identify the parts used of each of the plant ingredients, and to label them with their commonly accepted names.
www.nationalwellnessassociation.com /herbal_faq.htm   (4412 words)

  
 Herbal supplement fails to relieve hot flashes in large NIH trial
Herbal supplement fails to relieve hot flashes in large NIH trial
The herbal supplement fl cohosh, whether used alone or with other botanical supplements, did not relieve hot flashes in postmenopausal women or those approaching menopause, who participated in the Herbal Alternatives (HALT) for Menopause Study, according to results from the clinical trial.
The 12-month randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, compared several herbal regimens and menopausal hormone therapy (estrogen with or without progesterone) to placebo in women ages 45 to 55.
www.eurekalert.org /pub_releases/2006-12/nioa-hsf121506.php   (869 words)

  
 Herbal and supplement use - Alternative Therapies Nutrition Research Newsletter - Find Articles
Dietary supplements include products that contain a vitamin, mineral, herb, botanical metabolite, constituent, or food extract; are to be ingested as pills, capsules, tablets, or liquid; are labeled as 'dietary supplements'; and are not intended for consumption as the sole item of a meal or as a conventional food.
Information regarding patterns and correlates of herbal and specialty supplement use can help nutritionists understand which compounds are most commonly used, who are likely to use them, and whether the choice of herbal supplements appears to be motivated by specific health concerns.
When compared with no supplement use, herbal/special supplement use was significantly higher among respondents who were older, female, educated, had a normal BMI, were nonsmokers, engaged in exercise, and ate a diet lower in fat and higher in fruits and vegetables.
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 What Makes a Quality Herbal Supplement
Often the consumer is unaware of key points to look for in a quality herbal product and may be swayed by a fancy label and a catchy advertising campaign.
In the case of herbal supplements it is essential that you start with good quality raw herbs in their bulk form.
Herbal extractions are usually done over a one to three day period and is much like making a cup of tea – only on a much larger scale.
www.whatifsolutions.ca /articles/qualityherbalsupplements.htm   (427 words)

  
 Natural Herbal Supplement Information - CNCA Products
As with all of our other products, our herbal supplements conform to a rigorous quality control protocol that includes content verification, testing of raw materials to ensure purity, potency, and authenticity, and testing to ensure that the ingredients are free from toxic metals, solvents and dangerous chemicals.
When you are looking for a premium natural herbal supplement, be sure that the company from whom you purchase supplements is a reputable company you can trust.
Some herbal supplements have been shown to target specific organ systems, while others work to soothe pain and inflammation, reduce muscle spasms, promote relaxation, kill bacteria, and boost the immune system.
www.cncahealth.com /herbal-supplement.htm   (424 words)

  
 Natural Herbal Supplement - Natural Herbal Remedy Supplement
Herbal Supplement board certified U. physicians are on hand to issue prescriptions to all that pass our screening process.
Orders are filled and shipped on the same day.
Natural Herbal Supplement is focused on providing you with the most efficient and informative online, medication purchases possible.
mylinks.natural-herbal-supplement.org   (129 words)

  
 Herbal/Prescription Awareness Month - July 2002, National Mental Health Information Center   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Herbal supplements are classified by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as part of a general group of "dietary supplements." In 1994, the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) was created.
This is especially important because the FDA does not review or regulate herbal supplements before they are marketed to the public.
In addition, manufacturers producing herbal remedies classified as dietary supplements are not required to perform studies on effectiveness, dosage, or safety.
www.mentalhealth.samhsa.gov /highlights/2002/July/herbal/default.asp   (275 words)

  
 Dietary Supplements: Wise Use of Vitamins, Minerals and Herbs
Herbal (or botanical) supplements are dietary supplements that have a medicinal purpose.
Herbal supplements are different from vitamin and mineral supplements in that they are considered to have medicinal value.
Herbal FAQ — Extensive Q and A on every aspect of herbal supplementation, from safety to effectiveness to when to use herbal supplements.
www.helpguide.org /life/supplements_dietary_nutritional_herbal.htm   (3407 words)

  
 Herbal dietary supplements
Herbal supplements has become a necessary part of diet in countries where certain nutrients and vitamins were not available for a large part of the year.
Raw herbal diet supplements are particularly recommended in cases when the ability to assimilate vitamins and antioxidants are reduced due to aging or disease.
Herbal dietary oil combines a number of herbal and vegetable oils known for high content of certain classes of essential fatty acids and liposoluble vitamins.
floraleads.com /herbal/supplement   (1533 words)

  
 Rutin Herbal Supplement from Herbal Extracts Plus
Rutin is one of many bioflavonoids that are not actual vitamins in the strictest sense, sometimes being referred to as Vitamin P, and may be found in herbal plants, fruits, vegetables and nuts, etc., and because they cannot be manufactured by the body, they must be supplied through the diet.
Rutin supplementation prevents the breakdown of vitamin C in the body before it is metabolized and intensifies its beneficial immune-enhancing effects in the body.
Rutin, like all bioflavonoids, is said to be a good source of antioxidants that act as free radical scavengers searching for and engulfing the unstable molecules that are produced during the body's use of oxygen, which may cause damage to tissues and cells.
www.herbalextractsplus.com /rutin.cfm   (939 words)

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