Herbal supplements can be dangerous.My doctor does not recommend them as they can deflect from your HIV meds.Take the prescribed meds and avoid the herbs.I have had AIDS for many many years and am doing great.All you really have to do is take your meds as prescribed,eat right,exercise..very important...and get plenty of sleep.If you do this you should be OK.

P.S. You do not have to inform your family if you dont feel comfortable with it.I have told my father and brother but my mother and other siblings and aunts and uncles,etc do not know.It isn't there business.. dont worry...thats another big no no.It will be OK.I promise .If you follow the simple rules I stated then you should be fine.Good luck to you.