This list of common herbal supplements is for informational purposes only. Talk with your healthcare provider to discuss your own health conditions or symptoms. Don’t self-diagnose. Talk with your provider before taking any herbal supplements.
| Herbal Supplements | Description |
| Black cohosh | This shrub-like plant of eastern North America gets its name from the Native American word for rough. This refers to its root structure. It’s generally used for menopausal conditions, painful menstruation, uterine spasms, and vaginitis. |
| Echinacea | This is often used to make the body’s immune system stronger. It’s also considered a prevention against colds and flu. This U.S. native plant is also called the purple coneflower. |
| Evening primrose | Oil from this night-blooming, bright yellow flowering plant may be helpful in reducing symptoms of arthritis and premenstrual syndrome (PMS). |
| Feverfew | The pain-relieving properties of feverfew have been used for migraine headaches and menstrual cramps. |
| Garlic | Garlic is generally used for cardiovascular conditions. This includes high cholesterol and triglyceride levels linked to the risk of atherosclerosis. |
| Gingko biloba | This herb is used for many conditions linked to aging. This includes poor circulation and memory loss. |
| Ginseng | This is used as a general tonic to increase overall body tone. It’s believed helpful in raising energy levels and improving resistance to stress. |
| Goldenseal | This herb, native to the U.S., is popular for its healing properties and germ-stopping qualities. It is often used for colds and flu. It’s also popular for soothing the nose lining when it’s inflamed or sore. |
| Green tea | This herb is used to combat extreme tiredness (fatigue), prevent arteriosclerosis and certain cancers, lower cholesterol, and help with weight loss. |
| Hawthorn | This is used for several heart-related conditions. It’s supportive in treating angina, atherosclerosis, heart failure, and high blood pressure. |
| Saw palmetto | This may be used for enlarged prostate. This is a common condition in men over age 50. |
| St. John’s wort | Wild-growing with yellow flowers, this herb has been used for centuries to treat mental disorders. Today it’s a popular recommendation for mild to moderate depression. |
It’s important to remember that herbal supplements are not regulated by the FDA. They have not been tested in an FDA-approved clinical trial to prove their effectiveness in treating or managing health conditions. Talk with your healthcare provider about your symptoms. Talk with your provider before taking any herbal supplements.
