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</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</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</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Hepatics</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Alteratives</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Antimicrobials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body system do adaptogens and nervine tonics support?

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

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

    <p>Nootropics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body system do cardiotonics and hypotensives support?

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

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

    <p>Antilithics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body system do emmenagogues and galactogogues support?

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

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

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

    Which body system do connective tissue tonics and rubefacients support?

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

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

    <p>Astringents</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    Which body system do antispasmodics primarily support?

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

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

    <p>Antiemetics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body system do nervine tonics primarily support?

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

    Which body system do cardiotonics primarily support?

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

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

    <p>Hepatics</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Tonics</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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