28 Questions
Which is an adaptogenic herb indigenous to Appalachia. It is used to help patients cope with stress and improve energy?
American Ginseng (Panax quinquefolius)
Which botanical product is used to treat dyslipidemia by lowering LDL cholesterol? Contains Monacolins similar to statins.
Red Yeast Rice (Monascus purpureus)
Phytonutrient pigment w/ anti-inflammatory/cancer/histamine properties. Used for allergies and SARS-CoV2.
Quercetin
Which herb is used to treat mild to moderate depression? It is reported to cause multiple drug-herb interactions.
St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum)
A common herb used to support the immune system. It contains polysaccharides that stimulate natural killer cells.
Echinacea angustifolia/pupurea/pallidum
A forest herb indigenous to Appalachia. It is used to treat hot flashes in menopausal women. It's available as REMIFEMIN
Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga/Actaea racemosa)
A plant containing isoflavones that modulate the estrogen receptor. Used for hormone balance and menopause symptoms.
Soy (Glycine max)
A harmonizing and antiviral herb supporting the adrenal glands. May cause HTN due to its mineralocorticoid properties.
Licorice (Glycyrrizha glabra)
Which herb treats allergic rhinitis and prevents migraines? It contains PZAs so it requires a special formulation.
Butterbur (Petasites hybridus)
Herb that is a member of the Lamiacae family. It is aromatic and its oil can be used to treat GI conditions such as IBS.
Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
Which US legislations regulates supplements and mandates only structure/function claims be made?
DSHEA Act
An herb containing alkaloids similar to today's antimuscarinics used for overactive bladder, COPD, and GI cramping?
Atropa belladonna
A botanical product used to support prostate health. May be used in women with PCOS. Weak 5-a-reductase inhibitor.
Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens)
Annual herbal sales are comparable to which OTC category?
Upper Respiratory (Cough and Cold)
An herb indigenous to the Polynesian Islands (Tahiti/Fiji). It is used to help patients with anxiety and relaxation.
Kava (Piper methysticum)
Which herb is related to ginger and is used as a "natural" anti-inflammatory which protects the brain from degeneration?
Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
Which homeopathic remedy is recommended if a patient was experiencing watery eyes and rhinorrhea with allergic rhinitis?
Allium cepa (onion)
This herb is used to protect the liver; treat hepatitis c virus, detoxify exposures to toxins and poisons.
Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum)
An herb native to Appalachia containing Berberine. It is used for its antimicrobial and metabolic effects. ENDANGERED!!
Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis)
An herb used to support brain function. Used to treat dementia. Has antiplatelet activity so it may promote bleeding.
Maidenhair Tree (Gingko biloba)
A botanical that has high concentration of proanthocyanidins. It is used to prevent urinary tract infections.
Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon)
An herb preventing migraines? A member of the Daisy family. Caution in pregnancy. AAN gave an evidence Grade B in 2012.
Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium)
An herb with gastroprotective and anti-inflammatory activity. Used to treat nausea, arthritis, and prevent ulcers.
Zingiber officinale
This is Digitalis purpurea. Contains a constituent used for heart failure and atrial fibrillation. Phytochemical Class?
Cardiac Glycosides
Which homeopathic would you recommend for patients experiencing red, irritated, weeping skin with contact dermatitis?
Rhus toxicondendron (poison ivy)
A plant that contains alkaloids which are precursors to common opioids: codeine, morphine, and heroin.
Papaver somniferum
What government agencies regulate nutritional supplements?
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Which homeopathic remedy would you recommend if a patient was experiencing insomnia?
Coffea cruda (coffee)
Study Notes
- Annual herbal sales are comparable to Upper Respiratory (Cough and Cold) category in OTC products.
- Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens) is a botanical product supporting prostate health, may be used in women with PCOS, and acts as a weak 5-a-reductase inhibitor.
- Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) is an herb native to Appalachia containing berberine, used for its antimicrobial and metabolic effects, and is endangered.
- Turmeric (Curcuma longa) related to ginger, is used as a natural anti-inflammatory protecting the brain from degeneration.
- Maidenhair Tree (Gingko biloba) is an herb supporting brain function, treating dementia, and has antiplatelet activity that may promote bleeding.
- Kava (Piper methysticum) is an herb from Polynesian Islands used for anxiety and relaxation.
- Allium cepa (onion) is a homeopathic remedy recommended for water eyes and rhinorrhea with allergic rhinitis.
- Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) is used to protect the liver, treat hepatitis C virus, and detoxify exposures to toxins and poisons.
- Butterbur (Petasites hybridus) treats allergic rhinitis, prevents migraines, and requires a special formulation due to containing PZAS.
- An adaptogenic herb indigenous to Appalachia is not specifically named in the text.
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