we really do need to take responsibility for our health and do all the necessary research, there is so much to consider when looking at natural treatments as we are all so different. I try to stick to what is around me and grows locally as I trust that nature provides me with what I need, but there are times where foreign illnesses come around, being a mother as well it is a huge responsibility to look after them and treat them naturally, luckily I have an excellent herbalist near by who is also a friend and an excellent homoeopath friend as well. None of my kids have ever needed to see a doctor and I hope that it will stay that way, but I would never put them in danger either and if I have any doubts I would seek professional opinion. xx