Personalized Dosage Calculator
Get customized dosage recommendations based on your age, weight, health conditions, and experience level with herbal supplements
Personalized Dosage Calculator
Fill in your details and select an herb to get personalized dosage recommendations
Understanding Dosage Guidelines
Individual Factors
Age, weight, metabolism, and health conditions all affect how your body processes herbal supplements. Our calculator takes these into account.
Start Low, Go Slow
We recommend starting with lower doses to assess tolerance, especially for beginners. You can gradually increase as needed.
Evidence-Based
Our dosage recommendations are based on clinical research, traditional use patterns, and established safety guidelines.
Important Dosage Guidelines
General Principles
- β’ Always start with the lowest recommended dose
- β’ Take herbs consistently at the same time each day
- β’ Allow 2-8 weeks to assess effectiveness
- β’ Keep a supplement diary to track effects
- β’ Take with or without food as directed
Special Considerations
- β’ Seniors may need reduced doses
- β’ Pregnancy/breastfeeding requires special caution
- β’ Some herbs are best taken on empty stomach
- β’ Timing matters - energizing herbs in morning
- β’ Consider herb-drug interactions
Popular Herb Dosage Tips
πΏ Ashwagandha
- β’ Best taken with food to reduce stomach upset
- β’ Take in evening for sleep benefits
- β’ Start with 300mg, can increase to 600mg
- β’ Effects typically seen in 2-4 weeks
πΏ Turmeric
- β’ Take with black pepper for better absorption
- β’ Best absorbed with a fatty meal
- β’ 500-1000mg daily for inflammation
- β’ May take 4-8 weeks for joint benefits
πΏ Ginseng
- β’ Take in morning to avoid sleep interference
- β’ Cycle on/off (2 weeks on, 1 week off)
- β’ 200-400mg daily, standardized extract
- β’ Energy effects may be felt immediately
πΏ Rhodiola
- β’ Best taken on empty stomach in morning
- β’ Start with 200mg, can increase to 600mg
- β’ Take 30 minutes before breakfast
- β’ Effects on fatigue seen in 1-2 weeks
Medical Disclaimer
This dosage calculator provides general guidelines based on research and traditional use. Individual needs may vary significantly. These recommendations do not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with qualified healthcare practitioners before starting any herbal supplement regimen, especially if you have health conditions, take medications, or are pregnant or breastfeeding. Start with lower doses regardless of calculations and monitor your body's response.