Be an Informed Consumer | NCCIH

Be an Informed Consumer | NCCIH

Be an Informed Consumer

Decisions about your health care are important—including decisions about whether to use complementary health products and practices. Take charge of your health by being an informed consumer. Find out and consider what scientific studies have been done on the safety and effectiveness of the product or practice that interests you. Discuss the information with your health care provider before deciding. NCCIH has resources that can help. Visit our website for information about: Selecting a complementary health practitioner Using complementary health approaches for children Using dietary supplements wisely Paying for complementary health approaches. See more resources