Herbal Actions
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Which category of herbal actions can have a systemic effect on the whole body or a specific effect on a particular tissue or organ system?

  • Effectors (correct)
  • Stimulating
  • Tonics
  • Relaxing

Which category of herbal actions includes restorative and nourishing effects on different areas of the body?

  • Relaxing
  • Effectors
  • Tonics (correct)
  • Stimulating

Which category of herbal actions have a stronger and more specific effect on the body?

  • Effectors (correct)
  • Relaxing
  • Tonics
  • Stimulating

Which major plant action supports the natural processes of growth, health, and renewal in the body?

<p>Tonics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which major plant action stimulates the immune response by increasing lymphatic flow and lymph node activity?

<p>Lymphatics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which major plant action restores strength and integrity to the lymphatic system by stimulating direct peristalsis?

<p>Laxatives (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which major plant action irritates the colon and adds more bulk to stool to facilitate evacuation?

<p>Laxatives (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which major plant action can stimulate digestion by increasing the flow of bile?

<p>Hepatics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which major plant action can restore metabolism and is often associated with bitters and laxatives?

<p>Alteratives (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which major plant action can have an observable impact on the body and is used as a treatment for specific illnesses?

<p>Laxatives (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herb helps to reduce microbes that cause problems in the gut?

<p>Antimicrobials (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system do adaptogens and nervine tonics support?

<p>Adrenals and nervous system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herb helps to stimulate the nervous system and improve memory and focus?

<p>Nootropics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system do cardiotonics and hypotensives support?

<p>Cardiovascular system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herb helps to break down kidney stones and promote urination?

<p>Antilithics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system do emmenagogues and galactogogues support?

<p>Reproductive system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herb helps to restore and nourish the immune system?

<p>Deep immune tonics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system do connective tissue tonics and rubefacients support?

<p>Musculoskeletal system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herb helps to heal irritated and inflamed skin?

<p>Astringents (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system do alteratives, diuretics, and lymphatics support?

<p>Gastrointestinal system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system do antispasmodics primarily support?

<p>Digestive System (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which major plant action helps to reduce nausea and prevent vomiting?

<p>Antiemetics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system do nervine tonics primarily support?

<p>Adrenals &amp; Nervous System (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which major plant action helps to calm the nervous system and improve memory and focus?

<p>Nervine Stimulants (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system do cardiotonics primarily support?

<p>Cardiovascular System (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which major plant action supports the natural processes of growth, health, and renewal in the body?

<p>Tonics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which category of herbal actions can have a systemic effect on the whole body or a specific effect on a particular tissue or organ system?

<p>Effectors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which major plant action stimulates digestion by increasing the flow of bile?

<p>Hepatics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herb helps to heal damaged organs or tissues?

<p>Tonics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which category of herbal actions includes restorative and nourishing effects on different areas of the body?

<p>Tonics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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