The quality of the herbal product is as important as the herb itself. (Scroll down to see our best picks.)

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Who doesn’t like saving money? But when it comes to buying herbal supplements it’s important to weigh cost with quality. Herbs and supplements that meet high production certification standards may be found at a reasonable price with a much greater value and benefit to your body. And better quality does not mean the supplement has to be expensive. So how do we choose?

We pick herbal products that meet the highest safety and formulation standards. Look for these certifications on the site or the bottle:

NSF or National Sanitation foundation certification mark, shows the herbs have been tested and evaluated to meet global food industry standards by an independent product testing agency. 

USP or United State Pharmacopoeia, verified supplement verification confirms the purity, potency, and of all the ingredients listed on herbal formula’s label and that it has been made according to FDA Good Manufacturing Practices.

CGMP or Current Good Manufacturing Practices certification means the product and manufacturing facility is in compliance with FDA standards. Some products cultivated in the US may additionally be “USDA” certified organic.