Why Herbs?
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Herbs can be used for both prevention and treatment. Herbs are a product of nature, containing essential substances necessary for building up and maintaining the body, and optimizing the performance of vital functions. Herbs provide great assistance to your body's own ability to maintain or return to a healthy state. The best way to fix something that is broken or malfunctioning is to use the parts from which it was originally made.
Herbs are not chemicals synthesized in a laboratory; they are high quality plants, rich in compounds that may be missing in your diet. Plants have the power of taking up mineral substances through their roots from the soil, and assimilate and transform them into organic forms in such a way that they become bioavailable and readily utilized by the human body.
Many new drugs are actually purified compounds extracted from whole plants. Experience is now showing that purified chemicals from plant extracts do not necessarily provide all the benefits of the whole plant, and especially of whole plants in specific combinations.
From ancient times, herbs and herbal preparations have been widely used as the safest and best medicines for a wide variety of ailments. The vast knowledge of the beneficial effects of herbs and plants was acquired in early civilization by experimentation and intuition, then passed down and perfected by succeeding generations. Scientific research and medical experience are continually confirming the health-giving properties of herbs.
Natural remedies are still the primary source of healthcare for two-thirds of the world's population.
Strauss Traditional Herbal Formulas
There are many herbal products on the market today, so why will you choose one over another? The answer is in the product’s effectiveness, safety and quality. Strauss products have a reputation for their effectiveness; a reputation created and voiced by consumers of our products originally and solely by word of mouth. We are so confident in our products we provide a no hassle money back guarantee. Our high quality products come complete with all the information you need to use them safely and achieve the results you are looking for. It works or your money back (see Our Guarantee). For more information on product quality, please refer to the Quality Control section.
Herbs in our Strauss formulas are chosen for three main reasons: complimentary, additive or as a catalyst, which is synergy. Utilizing complementary herbs in a formula allows the formula to assist the body in resolving the health issue while offering support to other organs or parts of the body while the body is healing. The result is a gentle, holistic healing approach. Additive herbs have the same intended uses or action because not every herb will work on everyone. Additive herbs with the same action are used to have a broader spectrum of efficacy on a greater number of people. As an example, saw palmetto is an herb that has been traditionally used for benign prostate enlargement (BPE). Recent studies² have found that a combination of saw palmetto and stinging nettle is more effective in alleviating the symptoms of BPE. Our Strauss Prostate product contains both herbs (and eight others that provide complimentary actions). Catalyst herbs are chosen to enhance the effectiveness of other herbs. Strauss uses cayenne in many cases as a catalyst to increase absorption and assist in the metabolizing of other herbs. The goal of a properly formulated herbal product is to provide increased effectiveness, safety and gentleness compared to a single herb product.
Compliance (taking the product as directed) and efficient absorption are the crucial first steps in any healing process. Significant signs of improvement in some symptoms often experienced within the first week or two of taking the product. However, it is important to keep in mind that health regimens involving Strauss herbal supplementation should be followed as directed and for many products, this process can take 3 months or more. The reward for vigilance in such a natural health regimen can be renewed health and vigor and improved quality of life.
The best way to gain complete benefits from herbs is by combining them in specific proportions. Our experience and study of herbs and their impact on the body suggest that many herbs may work synergistically to improve each others' effectiveness. This principle is the basis for how the Strauss family creates its successful herbal products. Peter and Jim Strauss Sr. have devoted their lives to studying the potential of hundreds of herbal combinations. They can put two herbs together, taste them and thus tell which herb is out of balance for the desired effect. This skill has been developed and perfected over generations, similar to the skills developed by professional chefs.
Natural Health Products (NHPs) are considered extremely safe, however, every product bears some risk; even the peanut. The risk information on our labels include theoretical or potential risks. The risk information is there to inform you that even though the product is not known to cause a certain issue, you are made fully aware that the potential may exist. This allows you to use our products with full confidence and, at the same time, be aware of any risks, potential or otherwise, that may be associated with Strauss Products. In the unlikely event you experience any negative effects, we encourage you to promptly contact us.
Reference:
²) Koch E. Extracts from fruits of saw palmetto (Sabal serrulata) and roots of stinging nettle (Urtica dioica): viable alternatives in the medical teatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia and associated lower urinary tracts symptoms. Planta Med. 2001 Aug; 67(6): 489-500.
