74 Questions
Which part of the plant is best harvested in the Autumn as the nutrients settle back down for the dormant season?
Root
What is the recommended amount of cups to drink daily when making an infusion?
3 cups
Which part of the plant is used to make a decoction?
Root
Which herb is commonly used as an adaptogen to help the body adapt to stress?
Ginseng
Which of the following is NOT a type of herbal preparation mentioned in the text?
Ointments
When making an infusion, which of the following is true?
Marshmallow root requires cold water for extraction
What factors should be taken into consideration when harvesting your own herbs?
Environmental impact, time of year, and quality
Which method of herbal preparation is primarily used for muscular issues?
Liniment
What is the approximate shelf life of creams and lotions when refrigerated?
1-2 weeks
When should herbal preparations be taken on an empty stomach?
On an empty stomach
What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures in adults?
30-60 drops or ½-1 tsp, 3 times daily
Which method is used to make tinctures with alcohol as the solvent?
Maceration Method
What is the purpose of a poultice?
To apply topical herbal infusion
What is the main purpose of fomentation (compress)?
To apply topical herbal infusion
Which herb is believed to have been named after the Greek mythical hero Achilles?
Yarrow
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of percolation in making tinctures?
Fresh plants and plants with high mucilage or resin content cannot be used
Which of the following is a suitable herb for making salves and lip balms?
Lavender
What is the main purpose of vinegar in herbal preparations?
To extract fat-soluble constituents
What is the purpose of steam inhalations with herbal constituents?
All of the above
Which method of herbal preparation is primarily used for extracting plant constituents using alcohol as a solvent?
Tincture
What is the main purpose of a poultice?
To ease nerve or muscle pains
Which herb is commonly used to stop bleeding in wounds and is believed to be named after the Greek mythical hero Achilles?
Yarrow
What is the approximate shelf life of tinctures when stored properly?
Up to 10 years
Which method is used to make tinctures with alcohol as the solvent?
Maceration Method
Which of the following is NOT a suitable herb for making an infusion?
Ashwagandha
Which of the following is NOT a suitable herb for making a decoction?
Raspberry leaf
What is the approximate shelf life of dried herbs when stored in air-tight containers out of direct light?
Up to 1 year
Which part of the plant is NOT mentioned as suitable for making a decoction?
Leaf
Which method of herbal preparation requires more heat and a longer simmering period?
Decoction
Which of the following is the correct method for making an infusion?
Steep delicate plant parts in hot water for 10-20 mins
What is the recommended steeping time for nutritive herbs when making an infusion?
overnight
What is the purpose of a steam inhalation with herbal constituents?
To help with respiratory congestion
Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when harvesting your own herbs?
Geographical impact
Which part of the plant is commonly used to make a decoction?
Roots, barks, and hard plant parts
Which of the following is the approximate shelf life of creams and lotions when refrigerated?
1-2 weeks
What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures in adults?
30-60 drops or ½-1 tsp, 3 times daily
When should herbal preparations be taken on an empty stomach?
For cleansing and detoxifying purposes
What is the main purpose of vinegar in herbal preparations?
To extract the medicinal properties of the herbs
What is the purpose of a poultice?
To apply a paste of plants directly to the skin
Which of the following is NOT a suitable herb for making an infused oil?
Licorice
What is the approximate shelf life of a vinegar infusion?
3 months
Which method of herbal preparation is primarily used for making lozenges and pastilles?
Infusion
What is the main purpose of a steam inhalation with herbal constituents?
To deliver herbal constituents into the respiratory tract
Which of the following is NOT a suitable herb for making a syrup?
Gentian
Which of the following herbs is commonly used as an adaptogen to help the body adapt to stress?
Ginseng
When is the best time to harvest most roots?
Autumn
What is the approximate shelf life of dried herbs when stored in air-tight containers out of direct light?
Up to 2 years
Which part of the plant is commonly used to make a decoction?
Root
Which method of herbal preparation requires more heat and a longer simmering period?
Decoction
What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures in adults?
5 drops per day
Which of the following is a factor to consider when harvesting your own herbs?
The time of year to harvest certain plant parts
Which of the following is a water-based herbal extraction prepared from delicate plant parts?
Infusion
Which herb requires cold water for extraction when making an infusion?
Marshmallow root
Which herbal preparation is primarily used for muscular issues?
Tincture
What is the approximate shelf life of dried herbs when stored in air-tight containers out of direct light?
2-3 years
Which herbal preparation is best for external use in the form of baths?
Infusion
Which part of the plant is commonly used to make a poultice?
Leaves
What is the approximate shelf life of tinctures when stored properly?
10 years
Which method is primarily used for making tinctures with alcohol as the solvent?
Maceration Method
What is the main purpose of vinegar in herbal preparations?
To act as a preservative
Which of the following is NOT a suitable herb for making an infused oil?
Comfrey
What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures in adults?
1 dropperful
Which of the following is NOT a suitable herb for making an infused oil?
Licorice
What is the approximate shelf life of a vinegar infusion?
3 months
Which method of herbal preparation requires more heat and a longer simmering period?
Decoction
What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures in adults?
1 dropperful
What is the main purpose of a poultice?
To apply medicinal properties topically
What is the approximate shelf life of creams and lotions when refrigerated?
6 months
Which of the following herbal preparations is primarily used for external use only?
Liniment
Which of the following herbal preparations is made by steeping herbs in glycerine?
Glycerite
Which of the following herbal preparations is primarily used for muscular issues?
Liniment
Which of the following herbal preparations is made by finely chopping or grinding herbs and adding them to boiling water?
Infusion
Which of the following herbal preparations is made by simmering woody herbs in water?
Decoction
Which of the following herbal preparations is made by finely chopping fresh herbs and steeping them in oil?
Oil
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