Natural Doesn't Necessarily Mean Safer, or Better | NCCIH

Natural Doesn't Necessarily Mean Safer, or Better | NCCIH

Is “Natural” Better?

Are “natural” health products more effective and safer than synthetic ones? Not necessarily. Although some effective medicines were originally derived from natural sources, other natural remedies have not been shown to work. Also, natural medicines, contrary to what some people think, can have harmful side effects. Learn more