Supplements and herbal medicines
“Many everyday supplements and herbal medicines don’t have to get approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) before putting their products on the market,” says Dr. LaTasha Perkins, MD, a family physician in Washington, D.C. Perkins explains that it’s important to speak with your physician about potential benefits and side effects of supplements and herbal medicines—especially if you regularly take other medications, have any chronic health issues, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.
