Herbs and Surgery Don’t Mix.
Many common healing herbs – like ginseng and St John’s wort – can increase your chance of problems during or after surgery, says the American Society of Anesthesiologists. Herbal remedies affect how your body reacts when you undergo surgery.
For instance, both ginkgo and feverfew can interfere with the blood-clotting process, St John’s wort can magnify the effects of some anaesthetic drugs, and ginseng can raise blood pressure and heart rate in some people. Your best bet is to consult a qualified naturopath or herbalist one month before surgery to find out how the herbs you’re taking may affect your operation. To find a naturopath in your area, contact the Australian Traditional Medicine Society on (02) 9809 6800.
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