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Which descriptions apply to the market for medicinal herbs in the United States? (Select all that apply.)
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Growing in numbers of users
Rationale:
✅ Growing in numbers of users
🌿 The use of medicinal herbs and herbal supplements has steadily increased over recent decades
🌿 Many consumers seek natural or complementary approaches to health and wellness
🌿 Increased interest is driven by chronic disease management, wellness trends, and cultural practices
🌿 Herbal products are widely available in pharmacies, grocery stores, and online markets
🌿 Surveys show a significant proportion of U.S. adults report using herbal products at least occasionally
✅ Used with traditional therapies
🌿 Medicinal herbs are commonly used as complementary or alternative medicine (CAM)
🌿 Many individuals take herbs alongside prescribed medications, not as replacements
🌿 Herbal use often focuses on symptom relief, wellness support, or prevention
🌿 Healthcare providers increasingly assess for herb–drug interactions due to combined use
🌿 This integrative pattern reflects a blended approach to healthcare in the U.S.
❌ Heavily regulated by federal law
❌ Herbal products are regulated as dietary supplements, not as prescription drugs
❌ They are not subject to the same rigorous FDA approval for safety and efficacy
❌ Viewed with growing skepticism
❌ Public interest in herbal medicine has generally increased rather than declined
❌ While some skepticism exists in clinical settings, consumer acceptance continues to grow
❌ Used by less than 10% of the population
❌ Usage rates exceed 10% of the U.S. population
❌ National surveys consistently show widespread and recurring use of herbal supplements
❌ Less than $1 million in sales annually
❌ U.S. herbal supplement sales are in the billions (about $13.2B in 2024), not under $1 million.
❌ The market scale is large across retail channels, reflecting widespread distribution and sustained consumer spending.
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