Herbal Medicines and Dietary Supplements
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Which term is used to express the usage of herbs and dietary supplements?

  • Aromatherapy
  • Complementary Medicine
  • Herbal Medicine (correct)
  • Dietary supplements

What are the different parts of plants that can be used in herbal medicines?

  • Leaves, flowers, fruit, seed
  • Stems, wood, bark, roots
  • Rhizomes
  • All of the above (correct)

What is the purpose of dietary supplements?

  • To replace the normal diet
  • To enhance the normal diet (correct)
  • To cure diseases
  • To regulate the normal diet

Why is it difficult to accurately measure the extent of HDS use?

<p>Because HDS use is not regulated (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are dietary supplements marketed as?

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Study Notes

Terminology for Herbal Usage

  • The term "Herbal Dietary Supplements" (HDS) encompasses the use of herbs and dietary supplements for health benefits.

Plant Parts Used in Herbal Medicines

  • Various parts of plants utilized in herbal remedies include:
    • Leaves
    • Flowers
    • Stems
    • Roots
    • Seeds
    • Bark

Purpose of Dietary Supplements

  • Dietary supplements aim to enhance dietary intake and provide nutrients that may be missing or insufficient in an individual's diet.
  • They can include vitamins, minerals, herbs, amino acids, and enzymes, promoting overall health and wellness.

Measuring HDS Use Challenges

  • Accurately measuring HDS usage poses challenges due to:
    • Lack of comprehensive reporting systems
    • Variability in consumer self-reporting
    • Diverse definitions of what constitutes a supplement
    • Cultural variations in the use of these products

Marketing of Dietary Supplements

  • Dietary supplements are often marketed as:
    • Natural alternatives to conventional medicine
    • Enhancers of health and well-being
    • Solutions for specific health concerns, such as weight loss, energy enhancement, or immune support.

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