>>My issue is that I do not think his book should be a source used by HCPs
for herbal information.  I do not ask allopathic providers about their use
of herbs--I ask naturopaths and herbalists. IMO, the methodology used to
assess western drugs is sorely lacking and allows many dangerous products on
the market (AIM is a good example). I have no desire to see herbs evaluated
in the same way. I would rather see a holistic evaluation applied to all
substances.<<

Jennifer, I was explaining Hale's rating, not defending it. I do not use it
as my definitive source on herbs, either.

~Lisa

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