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Which is an adaptogenic herb indigenous to Appalachia. It is used to help patients cope with stress and improve energy?
Which is an adaptogenic herb indigenous to Appalachia. It is used to help patients cope with stress and improve energy?
Which botanical product is used to treat dyslipidemia by lowering LDL cholesterol? Contains Monacolins similar to statins.
Which botanical product is used to treat dyslipidemia by lowering LDL cholesterol? Contains Monacolins similar to statins.
Phytonutrient pigment w/ anti-inflammatory/cancer/histamine properties. Used for allergies and SARS-CoV2.
Phytonutrient pigment w/ anti-inflammatory/cancer/histamine properties. Used for allergies and SARS-CoV2.
Which herb is used to treat mild to moderate depression? It is reported to cause multiple drug-herb interactions.
Which herb is used to treat mild to moderate depression? It is reported to cause multiple drug-herb interactions.
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A common herb used to support the immune system. It contains polysaccharides that stimulate natural killer cells.
A common herb used to support the immune system. It contains polysaccharides that stimulate natural killer cells.
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A forest herb indigenous to Appalachia. It is used to treat hot flashes in menopausal women. It's available as REMIFEMIN
A forest herb indigenous to Appalachia. It is used to treat hot flashes in menopausal women. It's available as REMIFEMIN
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A plant containing isoflavones that modulate the estrogen receptor. Used for hormone balance and menopause symptoms.
A plant containing isoflavones that modulate the estrogen receptor. Used for hormone balance and menopause symptoms.
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A harmonizing and antiviral herb supporting the adrenal glands. May cause HTN due to its mineralocorticoid properties.
A harmonizing and antiviral herb supporting the adrenal glands. May cause HTN due to its mineralocorticoid properties.
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Which herb treats allergic rhinitis and prevents migraines? It contains PZAs so it requires a special formulation.
Which herb treats allergic rhinitis and prevents migraines? It contains PZAs so it requires a special formulation.
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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.
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.
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Which US legislations regulates supplements and mandates only structure/function claims be made?
Which US legislations regulates supplements and mandates only structure/function claims be made?
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An herb containing alkaloids similar to today's antimuscarinics used for overactive bladder, COPD, and GI cramping?
An herb containing alkaloids similar to today's antimuscarinics used for overactive bladder, COPD, and GI cramping?
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A botanical product used to support prostate health. May be used in women with PCOS. Weak 5-a-reductase inhibitor.
A botanical product used to support prostate health. May be used in women with PCOS. Weak 5-a-reductase inhibitor.
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Annual herbal sales are comparable to which OTC category?
Annual herbal sales are comparable to which OTC category?
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An herb indigenous to the Polynesian Islands (Tahiti/Fiji). It is used to help patients with anxiety and relaxation.
An herb indigenous to the Polynesian Islands (Tahiti/Fiji). It is used to help patients with anxiety and relaxation.
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Which herb is related to ginger and is used as a "natural" anti-inflammatory which protects the brain from degeneration?
Which herb is related to ginger and is used as a "natural" anti-inflammatory which protects the brain from degeneration?
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Which homeopathic remedy is recommended if a patient was experiencing watery eyes and rhinorrhea with allergic rhinitis?
Which homeopathic remedy is recommended if a patient was experiencing watery eyes and rhinorrhea with allergic rhinitis?
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This herb is used to protect the liver; treat hepatitis c virus, detoxify exposures to toxins and poisons.
This herb is used to protect the liver; treat hepatitis c virus, detoxify exposures to toxins and poisons.
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An herb native to Appalachia containing Berberine. It is used for its antimicrobial and metabolic effects. ENDANGERED!!
An herb native to Appalachia containing Berberine. It is used for its antimicrobial and metabolic effects. ENDANGERED!!
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An herb used to support brain function. Used to treat dementia. Has antiplatelet activity so it may promote bleeding.
An herb used to support brain function. Used to treat dementia. Has antiplatelet activity so it may promote bleeding.
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A botanical that has high concentration of proanthocyanidins. It is used to prevent urinary tract infections.
A botanical that has high concentration of proanthocyanidins. It is used to prevent urinary tract infections.
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An herb preventing migraines? A member of the Daisy family. Caution in pregnancy. AAN gave an evidence Grade B in 2012.
An herb preventing migraines? A member of the Daisy family. Caution in pregnancy. AAN gave an evidence Grade B in 2012.
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An herb with gastroprotective and anti-inflammatory activity. Used to treat nausea, arthritis, and prevent ulcers.
An herb with gastroprotective and anti-inflammatory activity. Used to treat nausea, arthritis, and prevent ulcers.
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This is Digitalis purpurea. Contains a constituent used for heart failure and atrial fibrillation. Phytochemical Class?
This is Digitalis purpurea. Contains a constituent used for heart failure and atrial fibrillation. Phytochemical Class?
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Which homeopathic would you recommend for patients experiencing red, irritated, weeping skin with contact dermatitis?
Which homeopathic would you recommend for patients experiencing red, irritated, weeping skin with contact dermatitis?
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A plant that contains alkaloids which are precursors to common opioids: codeine, morphine, and heroin.
A plant that contains alkaloids which are precursors to common opioids: codeine, morphine, and heroin.
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What government agencies regulate nutritional supplements?
What government agencies regulate nutritional supplements?
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Which homeopathic remedy would you recommend if a patient was experiencing insomnia?
Which homeopathic remedy would you recommend if a patient was experiencing insomnia?
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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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Test your knowledge on herbal products, mushrooms, and homeopathy with this quiz. Questions cover botanical products, health benefits, and usage of specific herbs like Saw Palmetto. Explore information on herbal sales, botanical products for prostate health, and Appalachian herbs containing berberine.
