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What is the study of drugs from natural sources called?
What is the study of drugs from natural sources called?
Pharmacognosy
What is the traditional Indian system of medicine known as?
What is the traditional Indian system of medicine known as?
Ayurveda
What is the health system based on the Yin-Yang theory called?
What is the health system based on the Yin-Yang theory called?
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Which ancient Greek system of medicine is still practiced today?
Which ancient Greek system of medicine is still practiced today?
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What is the German system of medicine that uses diluted substances called?
What is the German system of medicine that uses diluted substances called?
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What is the name for the five basic elements in Ayurveda?
What is the name for the five basic elements in Ayurveda?
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What are the three doshas in Ayurveda?
What are the three doshas in Ayurveda?
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Which dosha represents earth and water elements?
Which dosha represents earth and water elements?
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Which dosha is responsible for movement and sensation?
Which dosha is responsible for movement and sensation?
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What are the three types of treatment in Ayurveda?
What are the three types of treatment in Ayurveda?
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What is the main focus of Tibetan medicine?
What is the main focus of Tibetan medicine?
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Aromatherapy uses essential oils for healing.
Aromatherapy uses essential oils for healing.
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Who is credited with coining the term "aromatherapy"?
Who is credited with coining the term "aromatherapy"?
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What is the name of the brain waves associated with relaxation?
What is the name of the brain waves associated with relaxation?
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What is the recommended frequency of using essential oils?
What is the recommended frequency of using essential oils?
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Which of the following are methods for using essential oils?
Which of the following are methods for using essential oils?
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Study Notes
Traditional and Alternative Medicine Systems
- Pharmacognosy: The study of drugs derived from natural sources.
- Ayurveda: An ancient Indian system of medicine focusing on the science of life.
- Traditional Chinese Medicine: A health system based on the Yin-Yang theory.
- Unani: An ancient Greek medical system.
- Homeopathy: A German system using highly diluted substances.
- Yin dominance: Associated with coldness and summer struggles.
- Yang dominance: Linked with heat and winter struggles.
- Four energies of herbs: Classification of herbs by their perceived warmth or coolness (Cold, Cool, Warm, Hot).
- World Health Organization (WHO): Recognizes and supports the study of traditional medicine.
- Pungent flavor: Promotes sweating, improves Qi (vital energy) circulation.
- Sour flavor: Inhibits sweating and fluid loss.
- Sweet flavor: Nourishes deficiencies, relieves pain.
- Salty flavor: Softens masses, lubricates intestines.
- Bitter flavor: Encourages bowel movements, clears heat.
- Herb movement directions: Upward, downward, outward, inward movements described in some traditional systems.
- Imbalance of Yin and Yang: A belief that this imbalance leads to illness in traditional medical systems.
- Pancha Bhutas: Five elements (earth, water, fire, air, and ether) forming the universe and the body in Ayurveda.
- Doshas: Functional principles governing bodily processes in Ayurveda (e.g., Vata, Pitta, Kapha).
- Dhatus: Structural components like tissues in the body in Ayurveda.
- Malas: Body waste products in Ayurveda.
- Pitta: One of three doshas in Ayurveda, associated with fire and transformation.
- Cardiac glycosides: Compounds from Digitalis purpurea, historically used for heart treatment.
- Morphine: Pain relief drug derived from Papaver somniferum.
- Reserpine: Antihypertensive from Rauwolfia species.
- Quinine: Antimalarial from Cinchona species.
- Artemisinin: An antimalarial compound from Artemisia annua.
- Kapha: Dosha representing earth and water elements in Ayurveda, associated with stability and structure.
- Vata: Dosha responsible for movement and sensation in Ayurveda.
- Pancha Bhutas (in Ayurveda): Five basic elements shaping the universe and the body.
- Prithvi: Earth element representing solidity and structure.
- Jal: Water element representing fluidity and cohesion.
- Teja: Fire element representing energy and transformation.
- Vayu: Air element representing movement and dynamism.
- Akash: Ether element representing openness and expansion.
- Ashta Sthana Pariksha: Eight-point diagnosis method in Ayurveda.
- Nadi Pariksha: Ayurvedic pulse diagnosis.
- Mutra Pariksha: Examination of urine in Ayurvedic diagnosis.
- Mala Pariksha: Stool examination in Ayurvedic diagnosis.
- Jihva Pariksha: Tongue examination in Ayurvedic practice.
- Shabda Pariksha: Examination of body sounds in Ayurvedic medicine.
- Shodhana: Cleansing treatments to remove toxins.
- Shamana: Palliative treatments to reduce symptoms.
- Rasayana: Rejuvenation therapy to maintain health.
- Siddha Medicine: Traditional Indian medical system utilizing metals and herbs and often featuring catalytic agents (e.g., Mercury, Sulphur, Arsenic)-
- Mercury in Siddha: Catalytic agent.
- Sulfur in Siddha: Preserves the body, diaphoretic, and alterative.
- Arsenic in Siddha: Effective against fevers, asthma, anemia.
- Kaya Chikitsa: General health treatments in Ayurveda.
- Salya Chikitsa: Surgical treatments in Ayurveda.
- Salakya Chikitsa: Ear, nose, and throat (ENT) treatments in Ayurveda.
- Bala Chikitsa: Pediatric treatments in Ayurveda.
- Jara Chikitsa: Treatments for aging and genetics-related issues in Ayurveda.
- Rasayana Chikitsa: Chemical treatments in Ayurveda.
- Vajikarama Chikitsa: Rejuvenation and aphrodisiac treatments in Ayurveda.
- Graham Chikitsa: Ayurvedic treatments considering planetary influences.
- Visha Chikitsa: Toxicology treatments in Ayurveda.
- Similia Similibus Curentur: "Like cures like" principle in homeopathy.
- Gold in Medicine: Described as having diverse properties like an alterative, nervine tonic, antidote, and sexual stimulant.
- Unani Medicine Origin: Ancient Greece with Hippocrates.
- Law of Simplex: Prescribing a single simple drug.
- Law of Minimum: Using the minimum possible amount of a drug.
- Drug Proving: Matching disease symptoms with a drug's pathogenesis.
- Diagnosis Methods (general): Pulse, urine, stool examination (often found within other diagnostic categories).
- ILAJBIL TADBEER: Drugless treatments like exercise and massage.
- ILAJBIL GHIZA: Diet therapy in traditional medicine.
- ILAJBIL DAVA: Pharmacotherapy using medicines.
- Vital Force: A dynamic life force affecting health.
- Acute/Chronic Disease: Classification based on disease onset and progression.
- Individualization in Treatment: Tailoring treatment to individual conditions.
- Aromatherapy: Using essential oils for healing.
- Essential Oils: Aromatic plant extracts with therapeutic properties.
- Gattefosse: French chemist associated with aromatherapy development.
- Lavender Oil: Used for burn healing, relaxation, affecting alpha brain waves.
- Aromatherapy: Holistic therapy using essential oils to promote health.
- Inhalation (Aromatherapy): Inhaling essential oils for therapeutic effects.
- Absorption (Aromatherapy): Essential oils penetrating the skin and entering the bloodstream.
- Consumption (Aromatherapy): Ingesting essential oils for therapeutic effects.
- Cedar Wood Oil: Historically used in embalming; antibacterial properties.
- Myrrh Oil: Historical use in embalming by the ancient Egyptians.
- Alpha Waves: Brain waves associated with relaxation; affected by lavender oil.
- Dr. Jean Valnet: Pioneer in essential oil use in injuries (during WWII).
- Carrier Oil: Base oil used to dilute essential oils for application.
- Massage Technique (Aromatherapy): Applying oil upwards towards the heart for improved circulation.
- Evaporation (Aromatherapy): Essential oils evaporating quickly.
- Molecular Size (Aromatherapy): Small size allowing oils to penetrate skin.
- Scarring (Aromatherapy): Minimal skin damage with lavender oil.
- Historical Use (Aromatherapy): Healing practices that predate modern medicine.
- Essential Oil Yield: Example relating lavender to its oil yield.
- Olfactory System: Converts smells to brain impulses.
- Pain Relief (Aromatherapy): Effectiveness for various types of pain.
- Respiratory Benefits (Aromatherapy): Effectiveness for respiratory conditions.
- Emotional Influence (Aromatherapy): Impact of smell on emotions.
- Frequency of Use (Aromatherapy): Guidelines for applying essential oils.
- Carrier Oils: Examples include vegetable oils used to dilute essential oils.
- Atomizers: Devices for dispersing essential oils.
- Nebulizers: Create a fine mist with essential oils.
- Direct Inhalation: Directly inhaling essential oils for quick relief.
- Foot Bath: Warm water with essential oils for soaking feet.
- Sinus Congestion: Blockage in nasal passages.
- Compresses: Soaking a cloth in diluted essential oils.
- Vaporizers: Use heat to disperse essential oils.
- Bach Flower Remedies: Emotional healing using flower essences.
- Tibetan Medicine: Holistic healing system from Tibetan medical philosophy.
- Three Humours: Wind, bile, and phlegm regulating body health.
- Mental Poisons: Desire, hatred, and stupidity affecting health imbalances.
- Diagnosis Methods (Tibetan): Interrogation, visual, and tactile examination.
- Physical Therapy: Treatments utilizing physical methods to heal.
- Psychosomatic Disorders: Physical symptoms linked to psychological factors.
- Skin Infections: Often treatable with essential oils.
- Inflammations: Swelling and irritation in tissue.
- Muscular Conditions: Disorders of the muscles frequently helped with oils.
- Carrier Oil Proportions: Essential oils should be diluted according to ratios.
- Tibetan Healing Philosophy: Balancing body energies.
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This quiz explores various traditional and alternative medicine systems such as Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Unani. Learn about pharmacognosy, the properties of herbs, and the flavors associated with health benefits. Test your knowledge on how these systems are defined and recognized by organizations like the WHO.
