What does standardised mean on a herbal supplement?
The extract is processed so each capsule contains a stated amount of the key compound, rather than varying batch to batch as ground herb does.
Is turmeric in a capsule the same as cooking with it?
No. An extract is far more concentrated than the spice, which is the reason the capsules exist.
Can I take botanicals with prescribed medication?
Ask your pharmacist first. Several herbs interact with medication, and being a plant does not make something inert.
Are these suitable in pregnancy?
Generally not, unless you have been advised otherwise by your midwife or GP. Several botanicals are specifically not recommended.