I had previously blogged about herbs that are unsafe, harmful, dangerous or herbs that may create problems for our children. There are other herbs that may cause stomach upset, skin irritation, excessive drowsiness or over stimulation. So let's see what those are this time.

AGRIMONY may cause stomach upset or constipation.

ALOE VERA external use is safe. Internal use of Aloe Vera juice can cause severe diarrhea

ANGELICA may cause hormonal imbalance and sensitivity to sunlight

ARNICA external use is safe. Do not use internally

ASHWAGANDHA may cause hormonal imbalance in children.

BITTER ORANGE PEEL may cause sensitivity to sunlight, especially in very fair skinned children

BLESSED THISTLE may cause gastrointestinal irritation in children

BOLDO LEAF this herb is a diuretic; it may dehydrate children

BOSWELLIA may cause stomach upset and diarrhea

BROMELAIN can cause severe irritation of the gastrointestinal tract and cause excess bleeding

BUCHU this herb acts as a diuretic and could cause dehydration in children

BUPLEURUM may cause stomach upset and diarrhea

BURDOCK not safe for internal use

BUTCHER'S BROOM this herb is a diuretic; it may cause dehydration in children

CALIFORNIA POPPY may cause excessive drowsiness in children

CARDAMOM SEED can interfere with digestion in children

CHASTEBERRY may cause hormonal imbalance in children

CINNAMON and CHINESE CINNAMON can cause gastrointestinal irritation; may damage tooth enamel

CLOVE AND CLOVE OIL may cause skin and mouth irritation

CORIANDER SEED may cause gastrointestinal irritation in children

CORN SILK this herb is a diuretic and may cause dehydration

COUCH GRASS this herb acts as a diuretic and could cause dehydration in children

DANDELION this herb is a diuretic and may cause dehydration

DANG SHEN may cause over stimulation in children DEVIL'S CLAW may cause stomach upset and vomiting in children

DILL SEED may cause sensitivity to sunlight, especially in very fair skinned children

DONG QUAI may cause hormonal imbalance and sensitivity to sunlight

I'll continue with more very soon