Not all herbs are harmless: expert warns one can even cause seizures
Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- While summer offers abundant medicinal plants, they are not a substitute for medicine and should be consumed moderately.
- Expert Dalia Treigienė advises choosing herbs based on individual needs, considering age, gender, and life stage.
- Herbs should be selected according to each person's individual needs, taking into account their age, gender, and life stage.
While Lithuania's summer landscape is rich with flowering plants that can benefit human health, experts caution against viewing medicinal herbs as a direct replacement for conventional medicine. Dalia Treigienė, an economist and doctor of social sciences known in Lithuania as a plant expert, emphasizes that herbs must be consumed with moderation.
Treigienė highlights the importance of personalized herb selection. She advises individuals to choose herbs that align with their specific needs, taking into account factors such as age, gender, and current life stage. This tailored approach ensures that the benefits of herbal remedies are maximized while potential risks are minimized.
herbs are not a substitute for medicine and should be consumed moderately.
The expert's guidance underscores that even natural remedies require careful consideration and should not be used indiscriminately. While herbs offer valuable therapeutic properties, their use should be balanced and informed, complementing rather than replacing professional medical advice.
herbs should be selected according to each person's individual needs – taking into account the person's age, gender, and life stage.
Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.