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There are many terms used to describe approaches to health care that are outside the realm of conventional medicine as practiced in the United States . This fact sheet explains how the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), a component of the National Institutes of Health, defines some of the key terms used in the field of complementary and alternative medicine ( CAM ). A dictionary of terms that are underlined in the text can be found at the end of this fact sheet.

www.nccam.nih.gov

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Decisions about your health care are important--including decisions about whether to use complementary and alternative medicine ( CAM ). The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) has developed this fact sheet to assist you in your decisionmaking about CAM . It includes frequently asked questions, issues to consider, and a list of sources for further

information.

www.nccam.nih.gov

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People choosing to supplement their diets with herbals, vitamins, minerals, or other substances want to know more about the products they choose so that they can make informed decisions about them.

www.cfsan.fda.gov

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Herbals and Herbal Components Under Study by the National Toxicology Program.

www.ntp-server.niehs.nih.gov

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Herbs may be popular, but are they for you? That depends on the herb and your specific health needs. If you're thinking about using herbal supplements, consider the following advice from MayoClinic.com:

www.mayoclinic.com

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antman Says...

Herbal supplements are a type of dietary supplement (see below) that contain herbs, either singly or in mixtures. An herb (also called a botanical) is a plant or plant part used for its scent, flavor, and/or therapeutic properties.
Many herbs have a long history of use and of claimed health benefits. However, some herbs have caused health problems for users. This fact sheet contains points you should consider for your safety if you use, or are thinking about using, herbs for health purposes. It does not discuss whether herbs work for specific diseases and conditions.