Herbal supplements in the print media: communicating benefits and risks

• Main Authors: Matthew Peacock (Author), Mihaela Badea (Author), Flavia Bruno (Author), Lada Timotijevic (Author), Martina Laccisaglia (Author), Charo Hodgkins (Author), Monique Raats (Author), Bernadette Egan (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2019-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background The rise in use of food supplements based on botanical ingredients (herbal supplements) is depicted as part of a trend empowering consumers to manage their day-to-day health needs, which presupposes access to clear and accurate information to make effective choices. Evidence rega...