Environmental impact of Natural Products
Environmental impact of Natural Products encompasses both their effects on the environment and the sustainability of their production and use. Natural Products have the potential to offer environmental benefits compared to synthetic alternatives, their impact depends on how they are sourced, cultivated, and processed. Sustainable practices and conscious consumer choices are crucial to minimizing negative environmental effects and ensuring the long-term viability of natural resources used in traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda and homeopathy.
23-1: Sustainable Harvesting Practices
23-2: Ecosystem Impact Assessment
23-3: By-products and Waste Management
23-4: Pollution and Contamination
23-5: Impact of Synthetic Derivatives