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The emblem of Natural Standard

Overview[edit]

Natural Standard is a comprehensive database that provides evidence-based information on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). It is designed to help healthcare professionals, researchers, and the public make informed decisions about the use of natural products and therapies.

History[edit]

Natural Standard was founded in 2000 by healthcare professionals and researchers who recognized the need for reliable information on CAM. The database was developed to address the lack of standardized, evidence-based data on natural therapies.

Content[edit]

Natural Standard offers a wide range of information on various herbal medicines, dietary supplements, and other alternative therapies. The database includes:

Monographs on individual natural products
Evidence-based reviews
Interaction checkers
Clinical management tools

Methodology[edit]

The information provided by Natural Standard is based on a systematic review of the scientific literature. The database uses a grading system to evaluate the quality of evidence for each therapy, ranging from "strong scientific evidence" to "unclear or conflicting scientific evidence."

Applications[edit]

Natural Standard is used by healthcare professionals to:

Assess the safety and efficacy of natural products
Identify potential drug interactions
Educate patients about CAM

Access[edit]

Natural Standard is available through subscription and is used by medical schools, hospitals, and pharmacies worldwide.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Natural Standard''' is a [[medical research]] organization that provides high-quality, evidence-based information about [[complementary and alternative medicine]] (CAM). Founded in 2000, Natural Standard was developed by healthcare providers and researchers to provide accurate, reliable information about CAM to healthcare professionals and patients.
+{{DISPLAYTITLE:Natural Standard}}
+[[File:Natural_Standard_(emblem).jpg|thumb|right|The emblem of Natural Standard]]
-== History ==
+==Overview==
-Natural Standard was founded in 2000 by a group of healthcare providers and researchers. Their goal was to create a comprehensive, high-quality resource for information on [[complementary and alternative medicine]]. The organization uses a rigorous, evidence-based methodology to review and rate the safety and effectiveness of different CAM therapies.
+'''Natural Standard''' is a comprehensive database that provides evidence-based information on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). It is designed to help healthcare professionals, researchers, and the public make informed decisions about the use of natural products and therapies.
-== Methodology ==
+==History==
-Natural Standard uses a systematic, evidence-based methodology to review and rate CAM therapies. This includes a comprehensive literature review, expert review, and grading of the evidence. The organization's methodology is transparent and reproducible, ensuring the reliability and accuracy of their information.
+Natural Standard was founded in 2000 by healthcare professionals and researchers who recognized the need for reliable information on CAM. The database was developed to address the lack of standardized, evidence-based data on natural therapies.
-== Products and Services ==
+==Content==
-Natural Standard provides a variety of products and services, including a comprehensive database of CAM therapies, continuing education courses, and clinical decision support tools. These resources are used by healthcare professionals and patients to make informed decisions about CAM use.
+Natural Standard offers a wide range of information on various [[herbal medicine|herbal medicines]], [[dietary supplements]], and other [[alternative medicine|alternative therapies]]. The database includes:
-== Impact ==
+* Monographs on individual natural products
-Natural Standard has had a significant impact on the field of CAM. Their high-quality, evidence-based information has helped to increase understanding and acceptance of CAM therapies among healthcare professionals and patients. The organization's work has also contributed to the development of standards and guidelines for the use of CAM in healthcare.
+* Evidence-based reviews
+* Interaction checkers
+* Clinical management tools
-== See Also ==
+==Methodology==
-* [[Complementary and Alternative Medicine]]
+The information provided by Natural Standard is based on a systematic review of the scientific literature. The database uses a grading system to evaluate the quality of evidence for each therapy, ranging from "strong scientific evidence" to "unclear or conflicting scientific evidence."
-* [[Evidence-Based Medicine]]
-* [[Medical Research]]
-== References ==
+==Applications==
-<references />
+Natural Standard is used by [[healthcare professional|healthcare professionals]] to:
-[[Category:Medical Research]]
+* Assess the safety and efficacy of natural products
-[[Category:Complementary and Alternative Medicine]]
+* Identify potential [[drug interaction|drug interactions]]
-[[Category:Evidence-Based Medicine]]
+* Educate patients about CAM
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+==Access==
-{{No image}}
+Natural Standard is available through subscription and is used by [[medical school|medical schools]], [[hospital|hospitals]], and [[pharmacy|pharmacies]] worldwide.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Complementary and alternative medicine]]
+* [[Herbal medicine]]
+* [[Dietary supplement]]
+* [[Evidence-based medicine]]
+[[Category:Alternative medicine]]
+[[Category:Databases]]