Question 1

What is HerbsRx?

Accepted Answer

HerbsRx is a free educational platform with detailed profiles of 217+ medicinal herbs and fruits. You can search by ailment, by a pharmaceutical drug name, or by herb/fruit name, and chat with Sage — our AI herbal coach — for personalized guidance.

Everything on HerbsRx is for educational purposes only.

Question 2

Can I find herbal and fruit alternatives to prescription drugs on HerbsRx?

Accepted Answer

Yes. HerbsRx maps 200+ pharmaceutical drugs to related ailments, so you can discover herbs and fruits traditionally used for similar conditions.

For example: turmeric and boswellia for ibuprofen (anti-inflammatory), valerian for zolpidem (sleep), ashwagandha for buspirone (anxiety), and pomegranate or St. John's Wort for cardiovascular health and mood support.

This information is educational only — always consult your doctor before changing any medication.

Question 3

What herbs are good for anxiety?

Accepted Answer

The best-studied herbs for anxiety are ashwagandha (300–600 mg/day, strong adaptogen evidence), kava (70 mg kavalactones three times a day, strong clinical evidence for generalized anxiety), lavender (Silexan 80 mg/day), and passionflower (400–900 mg/day).

Valerian root, lemon balm, and chamomile are gentler options many people use for everyday stress.

Always check with a healthcare provider first, especially if you currently take anti-anxiety medication.

Question 4

What is Sage, the AI Herbal Coach on HerbsRx?

Accepted Answer

Sage is HerbsRx's built-in conversational AI herbal and fruit wellness assistant. It can answer questions about any of the 217+ herbs and fruits in our database, suggest remedies for specific ailments, and explain preparation methods, dosages, and potential drug interactions — all in plain, friendly language.

Free users get 3 AI questions per day, and Member subscribers get 100 per month.

Question 5

Is HerbsRx information medically accurate?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our information is science-backed and drawn from traditional use, clinical research, and published pharmacological studies. Each herb profile includes an evidence confidence level — High, Moderate, Low, or Traditional — based on the quality of the available research.

That said, all content is educational and does not replace professional medical advice. Please consult a licensed healthcare professional before starting any herbal regimen.