Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the Young Child 9th Edition by Lynn Marotz

Exercise 14

Jocelyn, age 3 years, has been ill several times this spring with upper respiratory infections. Her mother mentions to the classroom teacher that she is now giving Jocelyn an herbal supplement to "boost her immune system" so she won't be sick as often. She asks you, the teacher, if the supplement will be beneficial for Jocelyn and if it is safe for her to take.
Are you qualified to advise Jocelyn's mother on this issue