Herbal medications refer to medical treatments derived from plants or plant extracts that are used for their therapeutic properties. These medications have been used for centuries in various cultures around the world for their healing properties and are often considered a more natural alternative to conventional pharmaceutical drugs. Herbal medications can be used to treat a wide range of health conditions, including pain, inflammation, digestive issues, anxiety, and insomnia, among others. Research in this area focuses on identifying the active compounds in plants, understanding their mechanisms of action, and determining their safety and efficacy for various health conditions. Herbal medications are often used in traditional medicine practices such as Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Native American healing traditions.