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Dose and safety

Natural doesn't mean safe. Almost anything can harm in a big enough amount - the dose makes the poison - plants contain strong chemicals, some vitamins harm in big amounts over time, and a herbal remedy like St John's wort can stop medicines from working.

Depth 1 · Foundation

You know that the dose decides whether something is safe, that natural products can harm or interact with medicines, and to tell a doctor or pharmacist about everything you take.

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Depths of understanding

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    Foundation

    You know that the dose decides whether something is safe, that natural products can harm or interact with medicines, and to tell a doctor or pharmacist about everything you take.