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Nearly half the US populations turns to complementary, alternative and integrative practices to maintain or improve their health. Dr. Ellen Hughes explores what consumers need to know when considering herbs and supplements. Series: "UCSF Mini Medical School for the Public" [12/2007] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 13112]
More than 90 million Americans live with chronic diseases, costing trillions of dollars in direct and indirect costs per year. In this installment, Cathi Dennehy, UCSF School of Pharmacy, explores the science behind herbs and supplements. Series: "UCSF Mini Medical School for the Public" [6/2008] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 14528]
Supplements, herbs, aromatherapy - Americans are estimated to spend $15 billion annually on alternative therapies. But remember, herbal remedies are drugs, and we need to respect their ability to do harm as well as their potential to do good. UCSF's Dr. Stephen Bent, focuses on the safety and efficacy of herbal remedies and other supplements. Series: "UCSF Mini Medical School for the Public" [1/2011] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 20218]
