Can Herbal Remedies Lose Their Power?

I have read that 'exogenous' substances (those that don’t occur naturally in the body) lose their effectiveness after 6-12 months of regular use. Is this true of all medicinal herbs?



Yes, many herbs will lose their effectiveness if you use them all the time or too frequently, which is why they're best saved for when they're really needed. Medicinal plants are often dilute forms of natural drugs, not foods or dietary supplements. For that reason, you should not take them casually or for no good reason, any more than you would take a pharmaceutical drug casually or for no good reason. When using medicinal herbs, bear in mind that individuals vary in their responses, so it is best to let your experience be your guide and use only remedies and brands that give you consistent results. Read more