In a message dated 4/30/0 1:22:55 PM, [log in to unmask] writes:


Jack wrote:
<< >And yet, the company has a preparation for infants! Bloody hypocrites who
>think only of their legal liability.  In fact, most companies advertising
>drugs on tv give the same warning.>>

Pat responded:
<<Just another reminder that television and the Physician's Desk Reference
are not medical resources. They are advertisements. >>

I just want to use this as an opportunity to remind you that the same is true
with herbs. For the sake of avoiding lawsuits, almost all herbs in the US
state they are not to be used when pregnant or lactating. This is not a
useful guideline, but often makes those unfamiliar with herbs fear they are
unsafe. I always try to find bf -friendly medical experts to get drug info
and a knowledgeable, bf-friendly herbalist or naturopath to get info on herbs
and supplements.
Jennifer Tow, IBCLC, CT, USA

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