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Which herb is commonly used for treating colds, flu, and infections?
Which herb is commonly used for treating colds, flu, and infections?
- Chamomile
- Astragalus
- Echinacea, avoid using if they have an autoimmune diseaseand taking immune depressant drugs, used for achne, side effects include gi distress and dont take if you have ragweed allergies (correct)
- Cinnamon
What is a potential side effect of using garlic? its used for Used for hypercholesterolemia, hypertension, heart
disease, preventing stomach and colon cancer
What is a potential side effect of using garlic? its used for Used for hypercholesterolemia, hypertension, heart disease, preventing stomach and colon cancer
- Relief of anxiety
- Improved memory
- Decreased blood clotting Side effects may include heartburn, upset stomach, body odor, decreased blood clotting (correct)
- Treatment of asthma
Which herb is used for relieving nausea, motion sickness, and diarrhea?
Which herb is used for relieving nausea, motion sickness, and diarrhea?
- Ginger some side effects though include may include gas, bloating, heartburn, nausea. also use at a low dose (correct)
- Ginkgo biloba
- Garlic
- Chamomile
What is a potential side effect of using ginkgo biloba which is used for Used for asthma, bronchitis, fatigue, tinnitus
Used to improve memory, prevent Alzheimer
disease, decrease intermittent claudication.
Treats sexual dysfunction, multiple sclerosis
What is a potential side effect of using ginkgo biloba which is used for Used for asthma, bronchitis, fatigue, tinnitus Used to improve memory, prevent Alzheimer disease, decrease intermittent claudication. Treats sexual dysfunction, multiple sclerosis
Which herb is commonly used to treat bronchitis, GI problems, anorexia, and diabetes?
Which herb is commonly used to treat bronchitis, GI problems, anorexia, and diabetes?
What is a potential side effect of using ginger?
What is a potential side effect of using ginger?
Which herb is used for boosting the immune system and limiting cold and flu symptoms?
Which herb is used for boosting the immune system and limiting cold and flu symptoms?
What is a potential side effect of using echinacea?
What is a potential side effect of using echinacea?
Which herb is used for asthma, bronchitis, fatigue, and tinnitus?
Which herb is used for asthma, bronchitis, fatigue, and tinnitus?
What is a potential side effect of using chamomile? Relief of anxiety, sleeplessness, digestive
complaints, skin conditions, and oral ulcers
What is a potential side effect of using chamomile? Relief of anxiety, sleeplessness, digestive complaints, skin conditions, and oral ulcers
Which herb is commonly used for hypercholesterolemia, hypertension, and preventing stomach and colon cancer?
Which herb is commonly used for hypercholesterolemia, hypertension, and preventing stomach and colon cancer?
Which herb is commonly used for mental disorders, nerve pain, sleep disorders, and wounds?
Which herb is commonly used for mental disorders, nerve pain, sleep disorders, and wounds?
What is a potential side effect of Licorice when taken in high doses? Used for bronchitis, sore throat, stomach ulcers,
viral hepatitis
What is a potential side effect of Licorice when taken in high doses? Used for bronchitis, sore throat, stomach ulcers, viral hepatitis
Which herb is used for relaxation and anxiety but may cause adverse effects including liver damage?
Which herb is used for relaxation and anxiety but may cause adverse effects including liver damage?
Which herb is commonly used for BPH, chronic pelvic pain, decreased libido, migraines, and hair loss?
Which herb is commonly used for BPH, chronic pelvic pain, decreased libido, migraines, and hair loss?
What is the main use of Turmeric?
What is the main use of Turmeric?
What is a potential side effect of Valerian use? Used for anxiety, headache, insomnia, tremors,
depression, irregular heartbeat
What is a potential side effect of Valerian use? Used for anxiety, headache, insomnia, tremors, depression, irregular heartbeat
Which herb can lead to hypotension, especially when taken with antihypertensive medication?
Which herb can lead to hypotension, especially when taken with antihypertensive medication?
What are potential side effects of using Milk thistle?
What are potential side effects of using Milk thistle?
What should be done before herbal therapy if surgery is planned?
What should be done before herbal therapy if surgery is planned?
What should one do if the side effects of herb use are disturbing?
What should one do if the side effects of herb use are disturbing?
