Purpose of This Page
The information presented on this site is strictly for educational and informational purposes. We do not provide medical advice, diagnoses, or treatments. Any decisions regarding your health should be made in consultation with a licensed healthcare professional.
How We Create Medical Content
Our Sources
Our articles are based exclusively on verified and recognized sources within the medical and scientific community:
✓ Peer-reviewed studies published in international databases:
- PubMed (National Library of Medicine)
- Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
- Google Scholar for validated academic articles
✓ Official guidelines from international health organizations:
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- European Medicines Agency (EMA)
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- National regulatory health agencies
✓ Recognized herbal medicine and phytotherapy resources:
- European Pharmacopoeia
- Commission E Monographs (Germany)
- World Health Organization Monographs on Selected Medicinal Plants
✓ Traditional medicine literature:
- Verified and contextualized with modern research
- Presented with clear warnings when necessary
Our Editorial Process
Research: Each article begins with extensive documentation from the sources mentioned above.
Writing: Information is presented in accessible language, without exaggerations or unfounded promises.
Verification: Important articles are checked for accuracy of medical and scientific information.
Updates: We periodically review and update content to reflect the latest scientific discoveries.
References: We add verifiable sources for important claims, so readers can explore the information further.
What We Do NOT Do
For your safety, this site adheres to the following ethical and medical principles:
❌ We do not provide medical diagnoses
Symptoms can have multiple causes. Only a qualified physician can establish a correct diagnosis after clinical examination and tests.
❌ We do not recommend stopping or replacing prescribed treatments
Medications prescribed by your doctor should not be stopped or replaced with natural remedies without consulting a specialist. Natural remedies can be complementary, not substitutive.
❌ We do not guarantee cures or specific results
Every body responds differently. What works for one person may not work for another. We present general information, not personal guarantees.
❌ We do not promote scientifically unvalidated treatments
We avoid presenting remedies without solid scientific support as “proven treatments.” When we present traditional uses, we clearly mark them as such.
❌ We do not include exaggerated or sensationalist claims
We do not use terms like “miraculous,” “guaranteed cure,” “completely eliminates,” or other absolute promises in the health context.
Update Policy
Update Frequency
New articles: Published with current information at the time of writing.
Existing articles: Reviewed and updated periodically, especially when:
- Significant new studies emerge
- Official treatment guidelines change
- Outdated or inaccurate information is identified
Continuous monitoring: We track developments in medicine and phytotherapy to keep content relevant.
Incorporating New Research
When important clinical studies or relevant meta-analyses emerge, we update articles to reflect new discoveries. We add references to these studies and explain practical implications.
Correcting Information
If we identify outdated, inaccurate, or potentially dangerous information:
- We correct the content immediately
- We add an update note when relevant
- We review related articles that might contain similar information
Important Warnings
⚠️ Consult Your Doctor
Before using any natural remedy, consult your doctor, especially if you:
- Suffer from chronic conditions (diabetes, hypertension, heart, kidney, or liver disease)
- Take prescribed medications (risk of interactions)
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Have known allergies to plants
- Symptoms persist or worsen
🚨 Medical Emergencies
For severe symptoms (intense pain, breathing difficulties, bleeding, loss of consciousness, etc.), immediately call emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department. Natural remedies are NOT appropriate for medical emergencies.
👶 Children and Pregnant Women
Many medicinal plants are contraindicated for children, pregnant women, or nursing mothers. Medical consultation is mandatory before administering any natural remedy in these cases.
Transparency and Contact
Collaborations
Our content is created in consultation with specialized medical literature. For complex articles, we collaborate with or consult specialists in phytotherapy and medicine.
Report Errors or Suggestions
If you notice inaccurate or outdated information, or have suggestions for improving content, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
We commit to responding within a maximum of 7 business days and to promptly correcting any identified errors.
Independence Policy
We do not promote specific commercial products and do not receive payments for product recommendations. Our information focuses on plants and active substances, not commercial brands.
Limitations of Natural Medicine
What Phytotherapy Can and Cannot Do
Phytotherapy (use of medicinal plants) can be useful for:
- Prevention and supporting general health
- Alleviating symptoms in mild to moderate conditions
- Complementing conventional medical treatments (under medical supervision)
Phytotherapy is NOT suitable for:
- Medical emergencies or serious conditions
- Replacing essential treatments (insulin, antibiotics, chemotherapy, etc.)
- Self-diagnosis and self-treatment in complex diseases
Recommended Official Medical Resources
For additional medical information, consult:
United States
- National Institutes of Health (NIH): nih.gov
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): cdc.gov
- FDA: fda.gov
International
- WHO: who.int
- PubMed (medical studies): pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- MedlinePlus (patient guides): medlineplus.gov
- Cochrane Library: cochranelibrary.com
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to periodically update this policy to reflect best practices in medical information.
Last updated: February 2025
Final note: The information on this site never replaces professional medical consultation. Your health is precious – make informed decisions together with your healthcare provider.
