Forum: Herbal Medications

Do you believe on herbal medical treatment for the diseases control and health improvement? I believe on the herbs usage and mostly use the herbal...

I was wondering if it would effect my breast milk if I was to take a colon cleanse, Applied Nutrition 14-Day Acai Berry Cleanse , and Green Coffee...

What can you tell me about the efficacy/risks, etc. of using dandelion root as a galactogogue? Different patient, asking OK? to use elderberry...

I look forward to your expertise concerning Moringa leaf safety and efficacy as a galactagogue in pregnancy and when breastfeeding.

Prior to pregnancy I was taking an herbal medication called Catecolacalm. It helps with high levels of Cortisol. I've listed the ingredients. ...

I know they are not tested in breastmilk, but what do you think about amino acid supplementation for bipolar during breastfeeding? For example:...

Wondering if there is any research on oil of oregano during lactation. I have some anecdotal info on it decreasing milk supply. Any insight?...

Hi I have a mom with a baby in NICU who is taking Drenanin 3700 to treat her hypothyroid condition. I cannot find any info anywhere. Any suggestions?...

Hi Dr. Hale, I posted previously but may have done something incorrectly - trying again. I am an NNP in a NICU caring for an ex 26 week preemie...

Dr Hale, I've been asked by another collegue if it's ok for a breastfeeding mother to take bee pollen. The sites that sell bee pollen say no. What's...

Finding mixed reviews about papaya enzyme while breastfeeding. Have found some research that indicated reducing supple, other research say no...

I am nursing a 7mo old infant. I am looking for something that is safe to use and will help manage PCOS symptoms. I came across Maitake Mushroom...

In April 2012 new guidelines were developed jointly by the AAN and the American Headache Society for the prevention of episodic migraine. Petasites...

I have not been able to find info on an herbal preparation Shatavari that a pat wants to take. Does anyone have any info on this?

I received a call yesterday from a mom questioning the safety of green coffee bean extract. Apparently Dr. Oz mentioned it on his show as a way to...

I work with the Cree Natives and they use Labrador Tea as a medicine againts diabetes. They also drink the tea as a hot beverage. Do we have any...

Hello, I am breastfeeding my 2 year old daughter. I am now trying to lose weight ( per my doctors orders). He was going to prescribe phentermine...