Children & Herbs

Giving children herbal remedies can be helpful in maintaining health and preventing illness. It is also useful for both acute and chronic conditions. Herbs can help boost the immune response and protect your child from infections.

Using herbs with children requires observation and good judgment. Herbal preparations work gently, and take time to act internally. When you give your child an herbal remedy, start with a small dose and Watch closely for signs that symptoms are improving. Observe how the remedy makes your child feel.

Natural herbal remedies are generally well tolerated by children. Most herbs are nontoxic, with few, if any, harmful side effects. However, not all herbs are appropriate to give to children.

It is vital to know the actions and possible side effects of any herb before you give it to a child.

Though it is very rare, some children, as with some adults, may show signs of sensitivity to a particular herb.

Reactions To Watch For:

Headache

Nausea

Skin Rash

Agitation

Again, these are VERY rare. If your child should have any of these reactions discontinue use of the herb.

Unsafe Herbs for Small Children

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