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Which method can be used to make a poultice?
Which method can be used to make a poultice?
- Folk Method
- Maceration Method
- Percolation Method
- All of the above (correct)
What is the purpose of using alcohol in tinctures?
What is the purpose of using alcohol in tinctures?
- To extract plant constituents
- To preserve the medicine
- To increase the shelf life
- All of the above (correct)
Which method of making tinctures involves moving a solvent through powdered herb material?
Which method of making tinctures involves moving a solvent through powdered herb material?
- Folk Method
- Maceration Method
- Percolation Method (correct)
- None of the above
What is the ratio of herb material to liquid used in the maceration method?
What is the ratio of herb material to liquid used in the maceration method?
Which alcohol percentage is needed to extract resins and oils from herbs?
Which alcohol percentage is needed to extract resins and oils from herbs?
What is the purpose of encapsulating powdered herbs?
What is the purpose of encapsulating powdered herbs?
Which part of the plant is typically used for making infusions?
Which part of the plant is typically used for making infusions?
What is the recommended amount of dried herb to use for making an infusion?
What is the recommended amount of dried herb to use for making an infusion?
What is the main difference between infusions and decoctions?
What is the main difference between infusions and decoctions?
Which part of the plant is typically used for making decoctions?
Which part of the plant is typically used for making decoctions?
What is the recommended amount of dried herb to use for making a decoction?
What is the recommended amount of dried herb to use for making a decoction?
What is the purpose of a fomentation (compress)?
What is the purpose of a fomentation (compress)?
Which of the following is a water-based extraction prepared from delicate plant parts such as leaves, flowers, or green stems?
Which of the following is a water-based extraction prepared from delicate plant parts such as leaves, flowers, or green stems?
When making an infusion, some herbs like marshmallow root require what type of water for extraction?
When making an infusion, some herbs like marshmallow root require what type of water for extraction?
Which of the following herbal preparations is typically steeped in hot water for 10-20 minutes?
Which of the following herbal preparations is typically steeped in hot water for 10-20 minutes?
Which herbal preparation is a water-based extraction prepared from tougher plant parts such as roots, bark, or seeds?
Which herbal preparation is a water-based extraction prepared from tougher plant parts such as roots, bark, or seeds?
Which of the following herbal preparations is typically boiled for a longer period of time compared to infusions?
Which of the following herbal preparations is typically boiled for a longer period of time compared to infusions?
Which herbal preparation involves soaking herbs in a liquid such as alcohol or glycerin to extract their medicinal properties?
Which herbal preparation involves soaking herbs in a liquid such as alcohol or glycerin to extract their medicinal properties?
Which method involves applying a paste of plants directly to the skin?
Which method involves applying a paste of plants directly to the skin?
What is the approximate shelf life of infused oils?
What is the approximate shelf life of infused oils?
When is it recommended to take herbal preparations on an empty stomach?
When is it recommended to take herbal preparations on an empty stomach?
What is the general dosing recommendation for tea?
What is the general dosing recommendation for tea?
Which method involves steeping herbs in warm or cool oil?
Which method involves steeping herbs in warm or cool oil?
What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures?
What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures?
Which type of herbal preparation is used to treat the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, and upper respiratory tract?
Which type of herbal preparation is used to treat the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, and upper respiratory tract?
What is the main purpose of using vinegar as an alternative to tinctures?
What is the main purpose of using vinegar as an alternative to tinctures?
What is the recommended time duration for steam inhalations?
What is the recommended time duration for steam inhalations?
Which type of herbal preparation is absorbed by the body and works on the surface of the skin?
Which type of herbal preparation is absorbed by the body and works on the surface of the skin?
Which type of herbal preparation is made by steeping non-woody herbs in water?
Which type of herbal preparation is made by steeping non-woody herbs in water?
Which type of herbal preparation is a semi-solid preparation containing the plant's medicinal properties using oil and beeswax?
Which type of herbal preparation is a semi-solid preparation containing the plant's medicinal properties using oil and beeswax?
Which of the following is NOT a consideration for harvesting your own herbs?
Which of the following is NOT a consideration for harvesting your own herbs?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically steeped in hot water for 10-20 minutes?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically steeped in hot water for 10-20 minutes?
What is the purpose of using alcohol in tinctures?
What is the purpose of using alcohol in tinctures?
Which type of herbal preparation is a semi-solid preparation containing the plant's medicinal properties using oil and beeswax?
Which type of herbal preparation is a semi-solid preparation containing the plant's medicinal properties using oil and beeswax?
What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures?
What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures?
Which method involves steeping herbs in warm or cool oil?
Which method involves steeping herbs in warm or cool oil?
Which method of preparing herbal infusions involves pouring nearly boiling water over dried herbs and letting them steep for 10-20 minutes?
Which method of preparing herbal infusions involves pouring nearly boiling water over dried herbs and letting them steep for 10-20 minutes?
Which part of the plant is typically used for making decoctions?
Which part of the plant is typically used for making decoctions?
What is the general dosing recommendation for herbal tea?
What is the general dosing recommendation for herbal tea?
Which method of preparing herbal preparations involves applying a cloth steeped in herbal infusion or decoction directly to the affected area?
Which method of preparing herbal preparations involves applying a cloth steeped in herbal infusion or decoction directly to the affected area?
What is the approximate shelf life of dried herbs stored in air-tight containers in a cool, dark place?
What is the approximate shelf life of dried herbs stored in air-tight containers in a cool, dark place?
Which type of herbal preparation is made by steeping non-woody herbs in water?
Which type of herbal preparation is made by steeping non-woody herbs in water?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to ease nerve or muscle pains, sprains, or broken bones?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to ease nerve or muscle pains, sprains, or broken bones?
What is the recommended time duration for leaving a poultice on the desired area?
What is the recommended time duration for leaving a poultice on the desired area?
Which method can be used to make a tincture?
Which method can be used to make a tincture?
What is the recommended ratio of herb material to liquid (alcohol) used in the maceration method?
What is the recommended ratio of herb material to liquid (alcohol) used in the maceration method?
Which alcohol percentage is needed to extract resins and oils from herbs?
Which alcohol percentage is needed to extract resins and oils from herbs?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically boiled for a longer period of time compared to infusions?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically boiled for a longer period of time compared to infusions?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to treat the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, and upper respiratory tract?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to treat the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, and upper respiratory tract?
What is the approximate shelf life of infused oils?
What is the approximate shelf life of infused oils?
What is the recommended time duration for steam inhalations?
What is the recommended time duration for steam inhalations?
What is the main purpose of using vinegar as an alternative to tinctures?
What is the main purpose of using vinegar as an alternative to tinctures?
Which method can be used to make a poultice?
Which method can be used to make a poultice?
When is it recommended to take herbal preparations on an empty stomach?
When is it recommended to take herbal preparations on an empty stomach?
Which herbal preparation is made by steeping non-woody herbs in water?
Which herbal preparation is made by steeping non-woody herbs in water?
What is the purpose of using vinegar as an alternative to tinctures?
What is the purpose of using vinegar as an alternative to tinctures?
What is the main difference between infusions and decoctions?
What is the main difference between infusions and decoctions?
What is the purpose of a fomentation (compress)?
What is the purpose of a fomentation (compress)?
When making an infusion, some herbs like marshmallow root require what type of water for extraction?
When making an infusion, some herbs like marshmallow root require what type of water for extraction?
Which of the following herbal preparations is typically boiled for a longer period of time compared to infusions?
Which of the following herbal preparations is typically boiled for a longer period of time compared to infusions?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to treat the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, and upper respiratory tract?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to treat the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, and upper respiratory tract?
What is the approximate shelf life of infused oils?
What is the approximate shelf life of infused oils?
What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures?
What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures?
Which method can be used to make a poultice?
Which method can be used to make a poultice?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically steeped in hot water for 10-20 minutes?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically steeped in hot water for 10-20 minutes?
What is the purpose of using alcohol in tinctures?
What is the purpose of using alcohol in tinctures?
What is the recommended time duration for leaving a poultice on the desired area?
What is the recommended time duration for leaving a poultice on the desired area?
What is the approximate shelf life of infused oils?
What is the approximate shelf life of infused oils?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to treat the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, and upper respiratory tract?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to treat the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, and upper respiratory tract?
What is the recommended time duration for steam inhalations?
What is the recommended time duration for steam inhalations?
What is the recommended amount of dried herb to use for making an infusion?
What is the recommended amount of dried herb to use for making an infusion?
Which method can be used to make a poultice?
Which method can be used to make a poultice?
Which of the following methods can be used to make a poultice?
Which of the following methods can be used to make a poultice?
What is the approximate shelf life of tinctures made with alcohol?
What is the approximate shelf life of tinctures made with alcohol?
Which alcohol percentage is needed to extract alkaloids from herbs?
Which alcohol percentage is needed to extract alkaloids from herbs?
What is the recommended ratio of herb material to liquid (alcohol) used in the maceration method?
What is the recommended ratio of herb material to liquid (alcohol) used in the maceration method?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to ease nerve or muscle pains, sprains, or broken bones?
Which type of herbal preparation is typically used to ease nerve or muscle pains, sprains, or broken bones?
What is the approximate shelf life of creams and lotions when refrigerated?
What is the approximate shelf life of creams and lotions when refrigerated?
What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures?
What is the general dosing recommendation for tinctures?
What is the recommended time duration for leaving a poultice on the desired area?
What is the recommended time duration for leaving a poultice on the desired area?
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