The vast majority of modern drugs in the West are synthetic. Made in a laboratory from chemicals, they are single compounds that have a specific effect on the body. Unfortunately they also have side effects.

Plant based medicine has many advantages. It is less expensive, readily available, and does not tend to produce side effects. That said it is important to use this form of medicine wisely. The medicine comes in different forms.

Tinctures are alcohol based extracts of the raw herb. Unfortunately some folks don't like the taste. Nonetheless, they are sometimes very effective.

Capsule tend to hide the distinctive taste of herbal medicine, but tend to limit the volume of herb.

Teas are very effective, but some don't taste all that great.

Sometimes herbal medicine is exactly what the doctor ordered, and that is why we use it.