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Definition of Herbal Actions

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Herbs that used to be called “blood cleaners”. They “alter” or help the waste removal of toxins. The liver, kidney, lymph, and digestive systems all aid in the detox process. These herbs stimulate the body systems to restore normal body function. The end result of this ‘house cleaning’ helps the absorption and assimilation of nutrients and at the same time boosts immunity.

Aloe, Dandelion

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Alternative

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Herbs that relieve pain.

Chamomile, Comfrey, Catnip

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Anodyne

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Herbs that soothe and reduce inflammation.

Aloe, Borage, Chamomile

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Anti-inflammatory

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Herbs that prevent or relax muscle spasms. Relax nervous tension in the body that brings on digestive spasms.

Catnip, Chamomile

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Anti-spasmodic

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Herbs that posses tannin which contracts and tones tissue. Used to reduce inflammation of the mucous membranes and to shrink tissue swelled from fluid buildup.
Internally reducing diarrhea. Externally to stop bleeding, soothe irritated tissue, and promote healing of wounds.

Catnip, Comfrey

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Astringent

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Herbs that increases appetite, equalizes the acidity in the stomach, and stimulates the flow of bile. Assist the liver in detoxification.

Aloe, Dandelion

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Bitter Tonic

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Herbs that promote bile into the duodenum. Bile helps digest fats, fat-soluble vitamins, and it keeps the stool soft by incorporating water into the stool. Bile is produced in the liver and stored in the gall bladder. In the flow of digestion, the duodenum is located after the stomach and is top part of the small intestines.

Aloe, Dandelion

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Cholagogue

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Herbs that relieve the digestive system when there is irritation, gas, cramping, and bloating in the in stomach or intestines. High in volatile oils which is a main ingredient to calm the gut wall and help expel gas.

Catnip, Chamomile

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Carminative

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Herbs that soothe irritated mucous membranes throughout the body. High in mucilage, a gummy or slimy texture. Usually addressing certain parts of the body such as the respiratory tract, intestinal tract, urinary tract, and the uterus. Can also be applied externally for burns.

Aloe, Borage, Comfrey

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Demulcent

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Herbs that promote perspiration and elimination of toxins through the skin. These herbs support the kidneys by providing an alternate route to removing toxins in two ways; either intensely or mildly.

Borage, Catnip, Chamomile

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Diaphoretic

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Herbs that increase urine flow to reduce water retention. Can also soothe and help with infection in the urinary system, which include the urinary tract, kidneys, and the bladder. Aiding in the reduction of lymphatic swelling.

Borage, Dandelion

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Diuretic

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Herbs that aid in discharging mucus from the throat and lungs. Two types either stimulating or relaxing. The stimulating herb irritates the lining of the lung to get rid of phlegm. The relaxing herb soothe the lungs and helps loosen and lift the low-lying mucus, if any.

Borage, Comfrey

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Expectorant

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Herbs that are calming and tranquilizing relieving nervousness and irritation. Can induce sleep.

Catnip, Chamomile

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Sedative

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Herbs that heal wounds in the form of lesions or inflammation. They disinfect and/or stimulate cell growth to repair tissue. This cellular healing action reduces the formation of scar tissue.

Aloe, Chamomile, Comfrey

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Vulnerary

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Relieves pain

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Anodyne > Catnip, Chamomile, Comfrey

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Reduces inflammation

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Anti-inflammatory > Aloe, Borage, Chamomile

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Heals wounds

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Vulnerary > Aloe, Chamomile, Comfrey

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Soothes membranes

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Demulcent > Aloe, Borage, Comfrey

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Constricts tissue

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Astringent > Catnip, Comfrey

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Promotes perspiration

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Diaphoretic > Borage, Catnip, Chamomile

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Relaxes muscle spasms

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Anti-spasmodic > Catnip, Chamomile

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Removes toxins

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Alternative > Aloe, Dandelion

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Digestive aid

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Bitter Tonic > Aloe, Dandelion

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Relieves stomach

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Carminative > Catnip, Chamomile

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Increases urination

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Diuretic > Borage, Dandelion

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Tranquilizes nerves

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Sedative > Catnip, Chamomile

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Promotes bile

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Cholagogue > Aloe, Dandelion

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Expels mucus

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Demulcent > Borage, Comfrey

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Herbs that help remove excess mucus during an infection. The ear, nose, throat, sinus, and lungs are most often the location when congestion occurs.

Echinacea, Ginger, Garlic

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Anti-catarrhal

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Herbs that support the immune system to help the body fight infections by either getting rid of or building up a defense against diseased micro-organisms.

Echinacea, Garlic

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Anti-microbial

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Herbs that protect the body from free radicals. Free radicals are toxic by-products the body produces when there is to little or too much oxygen present.

Ginger, Ginkgo

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Antioxidant

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Herbs that help eliminate viral infections.

Echinacea, Garlic

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Anti-viral

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Herbs that specifically promote menstrual flow. Used as uterine tonics and to balance the hormones.

Feverfew, Ginger

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Emmenagogue

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Herbs used externally to soften, soothe, and protect the skin.

Flax

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Emollient

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Herbs that eliminate parasites and worms in the intestines or skin, bringing nourishment and cleansing to the area. When applied it turns the skin a reddish color. Used for inflammation, arthritis, and sprains.

Garlic, Ginger

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Rubefacient

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Herbs to help increase the secretion of saliva. Also aiding in digesting carbohydrates in the mouth.

Garlic, Ginger

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Sialagogue

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Herbs that increase blood circulation and warms up the body. Used to give vitality to sluggish or cold areas of the body.

Echinacea, Feverfew, Garlic, Ginger

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Stimulant

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Removes mucus

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Anti-catarrahal > Echinacea, Garlic, Ginger

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Promote menses

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Emmenagogue > Feverfew, Ginger

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Eliminate free redicals

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Anti-oxidant > Ginger, Ginkgo

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Eliminate virus

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Anti-viral > Echinacea, Garlic

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Fight Infection

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Anti-microbial > Echinacea, Garlic

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Protect skin

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Emollient > Flax

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Eliminate prasites

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Parasiticide > Feverfew, Garlic

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Soothes membranes

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Demulcent > Flax

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Increase saliva

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Sialagogue > Garlic, Ginger

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Digestive aid

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Bitter > Feverfew, Ginkgo

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Increase blood flow

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Rubefacient > Garlic, Ginger

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Increase energy

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Stimulant > Echinacea, Feverfew, Garlic, Ginger

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Name two herbs that have anti-microbial action

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Echinacea, Garlic

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Name two herbs that have antioxidant action

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Ginger, Ginkgo

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Name two herbs that have parasiticide action

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Feverfew, Garlic

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Name two herbs that have anti-viral action

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Echinacea, Garlic

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Name two herbs that have silagogue action

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Garlic, Ginger

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Name two herbs that have emmenagogue action

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Feverfew, Ginger

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Name two herbs that have stimulating action

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Echinacea, Feverfew, Garlic, Ginger

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Name ONE herb that has emollient action

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Flax

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