Herbalists cannot diagnose, prescribe, or treat patients (unless they have a medical license in another field that confers those rights). They can, however, legally recommend, educate about, and dispense specific herbs.

Herbalists apply traditional practices and evidence-based research of plants to support healthy function of the human body. A clinical herbalist is part of your wellness team, working collaboratively with you to support your health and wellness goals.

Herbal products are generally regulated either as foods or as drugs under the Food and Drugs Act. The designation depends on the pharmacological activity of the ingredients, the intended purpose of the product, and the representations made regarding its use, including medicinal claims.

Top 50 Highest Paying States for Herbalist Jobs in the U.S. Topping the list is Wisconsin, with Alaska and Massachusetts close behind in second and third.