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Natural vs. synthetic medicine
A lot of people believe that when it comes to medicine, “natural” is better, healthier, and safer than “unnatural” or synthetic drugs.
People believe that nature is pure and inherently superior to humans. And these beliefs (or biases) affect the decisions people make about their health.
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Natural doesn't mean effective
Some dietary and herbal supplements have failed to show a benefit when scientists have studied them.
For example, several major studies of the herb Echinacea did not find evidence of benefit against the common cold.
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Natural doesn't mean safe
Natural medicines, contrary to what many may think, are not without side effects. Some can even have serious safety concerns.
Natural medicines such as herbal and dietary supplements and vitamins are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration.
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