Class 2- Herbal Pharmacy

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Which part of the plant is typically used to make a decoction?

Flowers

Bark

Roots (correct)

Leaves

When is the best time to harvest roots?

Winter

Late Summer

Autumn (correct)

Early Spring

What is the recommended daily intake of herbal infusions or decoctions?

3 cups (correct)

1 cup

2 cups

4 cups

Which type of container should be used for making a decoction?

Glass Signup and view all the answers

How long should a decoction be simmered for?

10-15 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the plant is typically used to make a poultice?

Leaves Signup and view all the answers

Which method is NOT used to make a tincture?

Mathematical Method Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended alcohol percentage for extracting resins and oils?

<blockquote> 70% </blockquote> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ratio of herb material to liquid used in the maceration method for making a tincture?

1:5 Signup and view all the answers

Which herb requires a 25-60% alcohol percentage for extraction?

Licorice Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended alcohol percentage for extracting tannins?

25-60% Signup and view all the answers

What are vinegar preparations often used for?

Promoting digestion Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a consideration for harvesting your own herbs?

The time of year to harvest certain plant parts Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herbal preparation is typically steeped in hot water for 10-20 minutes?

Infusions Signup and view all the answers

Which herb requires cold water for extraction?

Marshmallow root Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herbal preparation is used for external application?

Compresses and Poultices Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herbal preparation is used for gargling?

Gargles Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herbal preparation is typically used for making capsules?

Capsules Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a method of herbal application?

Infusion Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a liniment?

To be applied directly to the skin Signup and view all the answers

Which method of herbal application is used for non-woody herbs steeped in water?

Infusion Signup and view all the answers

Which method of herbal application is used for woody herbs simmered in water?

Decoction Signup and view all the answers

Which method of herbal application is inhaled as steam?

Inhalation Signup and view all the answers

Which method of herbal application is added to bath water?

Bath Signup and view all the answers

Which method is primarily used for skin and genital/anal issues?

Poultice Signup and view all the answers

Which method involves soaking a cloth in an infusion or decoction and applying it to the skin?

Compress Signup and view all the answers

Which method involves steeping herbs in warm or cool oil?

Oil Signup and view all the answers

Which method involves adding beeswax to a herbal oil to produce a solid product?

Salve Signup and view all the answers

Approximately how long is the shelf life of infused oils?

6-12 months Signup and view all the answers

What is the general dosing for tinctures in adults?

30-60 drops or ½-1 tsp, 3 times daily Signup and view all the answers

True or false: A poultice is a paste of plants applied directly to the skin.

True Signup and view all the answers

True or false: A compress is an infusion or decoction applied to the skin.

True Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Oil is made by steeping herbs in warm or cool water.

False Signup and view all the answers

True or false: A salve is made by adding beeswax to a herbal oil.

True Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Infused oils have a shelf life of 1-2 weeks when refrigerated.

False Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Tinctures have a shelf life of 2+ years.

True Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Decoctions have a shelf life of 24 hours when refrigerated.

True Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The recommended dosing for tinctures in adults is 30-60 drops, 3 times daily.

True Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Topical applications should be applied 2-3 times daily or as needed.

True Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Higher and more frequent dosing is recommended for chronic conditions.

False Signup and view all the answers

Which method of herbal application is added to bath water?

poultice Signup and view all the answers

Which method is primarily used for skin and genital/anal issues?

compress Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Higher and more frequent dosing is recommended for chronic conditions.

true Signup and view all the answers

What are vinegar preparations often used for?

skin and muscle issues Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a method of herbal application?

maceration Signup and view all the answers

Which method is NOT used to make a tincture?

decoction Signup and view all the answers

What is the ratio of herb material to liquid used in the maceration method for making a tincture?

1:2 Signup and view all the answers

What is the general dosing for tinctures in adults?

30-60 drops or ½-1 tsp, 3 times daily Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the plant is typically used to make a poultice?

fresh plants or dried plants Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Topical applications should be applied 2-3 times daily or as needed.

true Signup and view all the answers

Match the following herbal preparation methods with their primary usage:

Poultice = Primarily used for skin and muscle issues, and inflammation Compress = Primarily used for skin and muscle issues, and inflammation Oil = Primarily used for skin and muscle issues, and inflammation Salve = Primarily used for skin and muscle issues Signup and view all the answers

Match the following herbal preparation methods with their description:

Poultice = A paste of well bruised fresh plants, or dried plants and water or vinegar is applied directly to the skin Compress = A cloth is soaked in an infusion or decoction and applied to the skin Oil = Finely chopped fresh herbs are steeped in oil Salve = Beeswax or another thickening agent is added to a herbal oil to produce a solid product Signup and view all the answers

Match the following herbal preparation types with their approximate shelf life:

Infused oils = 6-12 months Creams & lotions = 1-2 weeks, refrigerated Salves = 6-12 months Tinctures = 2+ years Signup and view all the answers

Match the following posology considerations with their recommended timing:

Cleansing and detoxifying = On an empty stomach Nervous conditions and to help stimulate digestion = Before a meal Indigestion and gas = After a meal Lower the strength of the preparation = Taken with food Signup and view all the answers

Match the following herbal preparations with their general adult dosing guidelines:

Syrups and Elixirs = $\frac{1}{2}-1$ tsp, 3 times daily Tea = 1 tsp dried herb per cup water, drink 1 cup 3 times daily Tinctures = 30-60 drops or $\frac{1}{2}-1$ tsp, 3 times daily Topical applications = apply 2-3 times daily or as needed Signup and view all the answers

Which method of herbal application involves steeping herbs in warm or cool oil?

Liniment Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herbal preparation is typically steeped in hot water for 10-20 minutes?

Infusion Signup and view all the answers

Which herb requires a 25-60% alcohol percentage for extraction?

Echinacea Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the plant is typically used to make a poultice?

Leaves Signup and view all the answers

True or false: A salve is made by adding beeswax to a herbal oil.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the general dosing for tinctures in adults?

30-60 drops, 3 times daily Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the plant is typically used to make a decoction?

Roots Signup and view all the answers

Which herb requires cold water for extraction?

Ginger Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Decoctions have a shelf life of 24 hours when refrigerated.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily intake of herbal infusions or decoctions?

3 cups Signup and view all the answers

Which method of herbal application involves steeping finely chopped fresh herbs in warm or cool oil?

Oil Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of adding beeswax to a herbal oil when making a salve?

To produce a solid product Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herbal preparation involves applying an infusion or decoction to the skin using a soaked cloth?

Compress Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended steeping time for finely chopped fresh herbs in warm oil?

2-4 hours Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary usage of a poultice?

To apply to the skin Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herbal preparation is made by adding beeswax to a herbal oil?

Salve Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended steeping time for finely chopped fresh herbs in cool oil?

2-6 weeks Signup and view all the answers

Which method involves applying a cloth soaked in an infusion or decoction to the skin?

Compress Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of adding beeswax to a herbal oil when making a salve?

To produce a solid product Signup and view all the answers

Which type of herbal preparation is made by steeping herbs in warm or cool oil?

Oil Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Herbal Preparations Overview

Decoctions are typically made from roots of plants.
The optimal time to harvest roots is in the fall or early spring.
Recommended daily intake for herbal infusions or decoctions is 1-3 cups.
Use heat-safe containers, such as glass or stainless steel, for making a decoction.
Simmer a decoction for 20-30 minutes for proper extraction.

Poultices and Tinctures

Poultices are generally made from leaves or flowers.
The cold percolation method is NOT used for making a tincture.
Alcohol percentage for extracting resins and oils should be 40-60%.
The maceration method for making a tincture typically uses a ratio of 1:5 (herb to liquid).
Tinctures made from certain herbs, like Goldenseal, require a 25-60% alcohol percentage for effective extraction.
Tannins are best extracted with 25-30% alcohol.

Herbal Application Methods

Vinegar preparations are often used for herbal extractions and medicinal applications.
Considerations for harvesting herbs include ethical foraging and sustainability.
Herbal infusions are steeped in hot water for 10-20 minutes.
Cold water extraction is suitable for delicate herbs like chamomile.

Types of Herbal Preparations

Liniments are primarily used for muscle pain relief.
Infusions are made from non-woody herbs steeped in water.
Decoction is for woody herbs simmered in water.
Steam inhalations involve inhaling herbal vapors for respiratory benefits.
Bath preparations involve adding herbal mixtures to bath water for relaxation or skin treatment.

Shelf Life and Dosing

Infused oils typically have a shelf life of 6 months to 1 year.
Tinctures generally have a dosing of 30-60 drops, taken 3 times daily for adults.
Poultices consist of raw herbs or plant pastes applied directly to the skin.
Compresses use infusions or decoctions applied to skin conditions.
Salves are made by adding beeswax to a herbal oil, thickening it for topical use.

Truth Statements on Herbal Preparations

True: A poultice is a paste of plants applied directly to the skin.
True: A compress involves an infusion or decoction applied to the skin.
False: Oil is not made by steeping herbs in water; it's made with warm or cool oil.
True: A salve involves beeswax addition to herbal oil.
False: Infused oils do not have a shelf life of 1-2 weeks when refrigerated; they last longer.
True: Tinctures can last 2+ years if stored correctly.
True: Decoctions should be used within 24 hours when refrigerated.
True: Recommended dosing for tinctures in adults is 30-60 drops, taken 3 times daily.
True: Topical applications should be applied 2-3 times daily or as needed.
True: Higher dosing is often advised for chronic conditions.

Additional Herbal Methods

Steeping herbs in warm or cool oil involves a method for making infused oils.
Infusions or decoctions can be applied to the skin using a soaked cloth, known as a compress.
Steeping finely chopped fresh herbs in warm oil for 24-48 hours is common for oil infusions.
The primary usage of a poultice is to draw out inflammation or infection from a localized area.
Beeswax is added to herbal oil in salves to create a pliable, thickened product.

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How to Make a Poultice: Learn the Steps and Common Herbs Used