![Do Popular Herbs and Supplements Really Work as Advertised? [Infographic]](https://blog.xlvita.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/infographic_supplements1.jpg)
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This interactive infographic on herbal remedies is so cool. It’s in the form of a “balloon race”, meaning the bubbles nearer the top are the ones that perform the best. And what’s the data it’s based on? Scientific studies looking into whether popular herbs and supplements really help with the diseases and conditions they’re often associated with! Of course, you may draw your “worth it” line in a different place, but it’s still an informative and incredibly nifty way to check out the data behind your favorite natural remedies. We’ve learned that when you’re deficient that’s when you notice the biggest benefits and changes. Interact: Snake Oil? The Scientific Evidence for Health Supplements