Whole Plant Medicine vs Standardized Herbal Extracts

Exploring the differences between whole plant medicine and standardized herbal extracts, this chapter discusses how standardization influenced by pharmaceutical principles has impacted the herbal industry. It highlights the benefits of using whole plants with all their constituents for better effectiveness and fewer side effects, contrasting it with the risks associated with standardized extracts. Examples like curcumin from turmeric and milk thistle demonstrate the importance of holistic approaches to herbalism for long-term healing and health.