If an Herb Sounds Too Good to Be True, It Probably Is
Posted by Written by Sarah Johnson, Certified Herbalist, 1st Chinese Herbs. Trusted since 1994. on Sep 7th 2026
If an Herb Sounds Too Good to Be True, It Probably Is
You're scrolling through social media when an ad catches your attention.
“This one herb melts away belly fat!”
“The ancient herb doctors don't want you to know about!”
Or perhaps it's the truly remarkable herb that supposedly helps with your weight, blood sugar, blood pressure, memory, joints, sleep, energy—and pra
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Whats Does Unsulfured Mean When Buying Herbs?
Posted by 1st Chinese Herbs Research Team. on Sep 7th 2026
What Does Unsulfured Mean When Buying Herbs?
If you've been shopping for Chinese or Western herbs, you may have seen the word “unsulfured.”
But what does it actually mean—and should it matter when choosing an herb?
The simple answer:
Unsulfured means the herb has not been processed using sulfur fumigation.
Here's what you should know before you buy.
Why Is Sulfur Used on Some Her
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