What does “natural medicines” mean here?
People use the term for a wide range of products, including vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and herbs. Sante's published service specifically describes individualized, nutritionally based amino-acid products and ongoing supervision. Ask the team which products are currently offered and who would oversee your care.
The category is broad, so a useful conversation moves quickly to the actual product: its ingredients, the reason it is being considered, and what is known about its benefits and risks for that purpose. A label such as natural does not provide those answers by itself.
Connect a product to a specific care goal
Begin with the concern you want help with, rather than a list of products to add. Bring any diagnoses, relevant results, and instructions from your treating clinicians. Explain what you have already tried and what you hope would change.
For a proposed product, agree on why it is being used, what a useful response would look like, and when the decision will be reviewed. The recommendation should account for your wider nutrition and medical care rather than treating a supplement as a complete plan.
- What specific purpose would this product serve for me?
- What ingredients and amounts does it contain?
- What evidence supports this use, and what remains uncertain?
- What would we review before continuing, changing, or stopping it?
Consider the evidence for the actual product
Research differs considerably between supplements. Evidence for one ingredient, dose, or formulation may not establish that another product will have the same effect. NCCIH also notes that products sold to consumers can differ from those studied.
Ask for an explanation relevant to your proposed product and goal, including reasonable alternatives. FDA does not review dietary supplements for effectiveness before they enter the market. A product's availability, a testimonial, or a general reference to clinical studies does not by itself establish that it treats your condition.
Review medicines and supplements together
Natural products can cause side effects and interact with prescription or over-the-counter medicines. Share every product you take, including occasional remedies, and review any proposed addition with your treating clinician or pharmacist. Do not stop, replace, or reduce a prescribed medicine without the prescriber's guidance.
Bring product labels or photographs with the ingredients and amounts. Tell the team about allergies, medical conditions, pregnancy or breastfeeding, recent health changes, and any planned surgery. That information can change whether a product is appropriate and what follow-up is needed.
Know who is responsible for the plan
Before beginning, confirm who will evaluate you, recommend the product, answer medication questions, and review your response. Ask whether the product requires particular supervision and how the Sante team would coordinate with your regular medical care.
Leave with understandable instructions, an agreed review point, and a way to report concerns. Ask about the expected duration and the full cost of products and visits before committing to ongoing supplies.
Bring your questions to the Sante team
Call 603-929-0084 to ask about current products, evaluation requirements, and appointment arrangements. The clinic's published process includes local patients obtaining supplies through the Hampton office; confirm availability and any review needed before visiting.
You can also request a free 15-minute introductory call to learn about the practice. That introduction is separate from a clinical evaluation or a product recommendation. If you are outside the area, ask whether a consultation is available and appropriate for your location before making arrangements.
Your questions, answered
Which natural medicines does Sante offer?
The clinic's published service describes individualized nutrition-based products, including amino acids, with ongoing supervision. Contact the office for the current product range and the evaluation needed. Do not assume that a particular herb or brand is available without confirming.
Are natural medicines free of side effects?
No. Natural products can have side effects, be unsuitable for some medical conditions, or interact with medication. Review the specific ingredients and amounts with an appropriately qualified clinician or pharmacist before adding a product.
Can I use a supplement instead of my prescription?
Do not stop, substitute, or reduce a prescribed medicine without guidance from the prescriber. Bring your current treatment plan so any proposed complementary product can be considered alongside it.
What should I bring to a consultation?
Bring your goals, relevant medical records, and a complete medication and supplement list. Product labels or clear photographs are useful because ingredients and amounts matter. Include allergies, prior reactions, and instructions from your treating clinicians.
Are all supplements supported by clinical studies?
No. The amount and quality of evidence vary by product and use. Ask what research supports the actual formulation proposed for you, what remains uncertain, and how you would judge whether it is worth continuing.
Can I purchase supplies or arrange a virtual consultation?
The clinic describes local supply purchases and has offered virtual consultations. Contact the office to confirm current availability, any evaluation or supervision requirement, costs, and whether a visit is available for your location. An introductory call is not a substitute for a clinical review.
Related care and useful next steps
Care shaped around you.
Tell our team what has been affecting you and what you want to work toward. Start with a free 15-minute introductory consultation at The Sante Center in Hampton, New Hampshire.
861 Lafayette Road, Suite 3 · Hampton, NH 03842. Continue care with your primary care provider and other treating clinicians.
Request a conversation
Sources and further reading
Clinic service information and independent resources used to explain the topic. These sources do not establish that a particular treatment is right for you.
