What Advice Would You Give to a Friend Who Is

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Multiple Choice

What advice would you give to a friend who is considering taking an herbal supplement?

• A) "Many people assume that herbal remedies are safe because they are natural components of plants and have been used in traditional medicine for a long time, but not all plants are safe."
• B) "Most health care professionals favor herbal supplements, so you should follow through with taking the supplement."
• C) "Herbal supplements are all natural and have few side effects, and the claims made on supplement containers are likely to be true."
• D) "The FDA evaluates the quality and effectiveness of herbal supplements, so they are safe to take."
• E) "It is okay to try herbal remedies before going to the doctor for certain conditions such as depression."

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