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Table 3 Absolute frequencies of indications mentioned for using HM (multiple answers were possible)

From: Why people use herbal medicine: insights from a focus-group study in Germany

Indication

N

Head and chest cold

13

Flu infection

7

Sleeping disturbances and restlessness

6

Musculoskeletal issues

6

Gastrointestinal problems

4

Depression

3

Insect bites/itching

3

Allergies

3

High Cholesterol

2

Gynaecological/urological problems

2

Dermatitis

1

Immune system

1

Mental function

1

High blood pressure

1

Tinnitus

1

Blood glucose

1