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Why are drs so against herbal supplements when pharmaceuticals are full of side effects ( sometimes deadly)?
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Many reasons: Many doctors are against herbal medications because they don't understand them. Those that do understand them are cautious because many herbal medications do not come as advertised. A number of studies have shown contaminants and adulteration of herbals.
Answered 6/4/2015
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