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What is the primary goal in treating non-specific Low Back Pain (LBP)?
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), what is the characteristic of non-specific LBP associated with kidney Qi deficiency?
What is the primary indication for Korean Red Ginseng in small doses?
What is the family of the Korean Red Ginseng plant?
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What is one of the key actions of Korean Red Ginseng?
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What is the primary use of American Ginseng?
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What is the common action of Ashwagandha and Rhodiola?
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Which herbal remedy is contraindicated in hypertension and other heat conditions?
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What is the chemical composition of Eleutherococcus senticosus?
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What is the recommended usage of Rhodiola rosea?
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Which of the following herbal remedies is not a stimulant?
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What is the indicated use of Sarsaparilla?
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Which herbal remedy is paired with Ganoderma lucidum for depression?
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What is the primary action of Cardiotonic Triterpene?
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Which herbal remedy is considered safe for pregnancy?
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What is the primary indication for the use of Chaga (Inonotus obliquus)?
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What is the common name of the Ganoderma lucidum mushroom?
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What is the primary action of the herb Rehmannia?
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What is the main constituent of the Turkey Tail mushroom responsible for its anti-tumour activity?
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What is the primary indication for the use of Shiitake mushroom?
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What is the main action of a carminative herbal remedy?
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What is the primary approach to treating IBS?
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What is the primary indication for the use of Rehmannia?
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What is the primary action of a stimulating laxative herbal remedy?
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What is the primary action of an antispasmodic herbal remedy?
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Which of the following herbs is not specifically indicated for indigestion?
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What is the primary active compound responsible for the carminative action of peppermint?
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Which of the following herbs is known to aggravate reflux?
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What is the primary action of psyllium?
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Which of the following herbs is contraindicated in pregnancy?
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What is the primary action of senna?
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Which of the following herbs is specifically indicated for infectious diarrhea?
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What is the primary action of flax seed?
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Which of the following herbs is known to cause melanosis of the bowel?
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What is the consequence of using berberine in individuals with stomach ulcers?
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Which of the following herbs is contraindicated in children under 12 years old?
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What is the primary action of Gentian?
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Which of the following is a contraindication for Centaury?
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What is the effect of Artichoke on cardiovascular disease?
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What is the primary indication for Marshmallow?
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What is the active compound responsible for the bitter action of Gentian?
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What is the effect of berberine on diarrhea-predominant IBS?
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What is the primary action of Centaury?
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What is the effect of Artichoke on gallbladder disease?
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What is the active compound responsible for the anti-inflammatory action of Artichoke?
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Which herbal remedy is known for its demulcent and bulk laxative properties?
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What is the primary indication for Aloe Vera gel?
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Which phytochemical is found in Licorice?
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What is the primary indication for Meadowsweet?
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What is the primary action of Cayenne?
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Which herbal remedy is contraindicated in individuals with salicylate sensitivities?
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What is the primary indication for Slippery Elm?
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Which phytochemical is found in Aloe Vera?
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What is the primary action of Licorice?
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Which herbal remedy is known for its bulk laxative properties and may cause bloating and gas?
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What is the primary action of Capsaicinoids?
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Which herb is often used to improve palatability of a formula?
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What is the primary indication for Convallaria majalis?
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Which herb is a reliable and abundant hypotensive in North America?
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What is the primary action of Gingko biloba?
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Which herb is contraindicated in pregnancy?
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What is the primary action of Leonurus cardiaca?
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Which herb is often used to improve cognitive performance?
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What is the primary action of Crataegus oxyacantha?
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Which herb is a mild uterine tonic and may be indicated for recurrent miscarriages?
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What is the primary indication for the use of Valeriana officinalis?
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What is the action of the chemical constituent capsaicinoids in Capsicum frutescens?
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What is the primary indication for the use of Viscum album?
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What is the safety consideration for the use of Viscum album during pregnancy?
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What is the primary action of Ceanothus americanus?
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What is the pairing herb for Valeriana officinalis in treating cold-pattern URTIs?
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What is the potential side effect of high doses of Valeriana officinalis?
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What is the primary action of the chemical constituent iridoids in Valeriana officinalis?
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What is the goal of therapy in treating erectile dysfunction according to Traditional Chinese Medicine?
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What is the pairing herb for Viscum album in treating CHF or refractory hypertension?
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What is the primary action of Lobelia?
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Which herb is contraindicated in pregnancy?
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What is the primary indication for Passionflower?
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Which herb pairs well with Crataegus oxyacantha and Gingko biloba in cardiovascular presentations?
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What is the chemical composition of Snake Root?
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Which herb is used to treat anxiety and panic attacks?
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What is the primary action of Lindin?
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Which herb is paired with Artemisia absinthium and Passiflora incarnata for acute treatment of panic attacks?
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What is the primary indication for Skullcap?
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Which herb is used to treat hypertension and cardiovascular conditions?
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