Bitters Flashcards
1
Q
Bitter
A
- bitter receptors on tongue stimulate production of saliva
- receptors transmit signals to brain to stimulate digestive process (increase ghrelin, CCK, motility, cellular proliferation)
2
Q
Carminative
A
- Prevents formation of and/or relieves gas
- Prevents GI spasms
3
Q
Demulcent
A
High in polysaccharides that coat and smooth mucous membranes
4
Q
Gentiana lutea
A
- Gentian
- THE bitter
- Used as a carrier in a lot of formulas
5
Q
Citrus spp.
A
- Citrus peel: contains flavonoids
- Dry and uplifting
6
Q
Artemesia vulgaris
A
- Mugwort
- Bitter
7
Q
Artemesia absinthum
A
- Wormwood
- Anthelmithic
- TOXIC in high doses
8
Q
Mahonia spp
A
- Oregon grape
- Alterative
- Gentle digestive bitter
9
Q
Foeniculum vulgare
A
- Fennel
- Aromatic carminative
- Modulates spasms related to purgative use
10
Q
Pimpinella anisum
A
-Anise
11
Q
Mentha piperita/spicata
A
- Peppermint/spearmint
- Anti-spasmodic, carminative
- Cephalic: brings blood to head, good for HA
12
Q
Zingiber officinalis
A
- Ginger
- Carminative, circulatory stimulant
- Warming
13
Q
Matricaria recutita
A
-Chamomile
14
Q
Angelica archangelica
A
- Angelica
- Inflammed mucous membranes
15
Q
Althea officinalis
A
- Marshmallow
- Soothes mucous membranes
- Stimulates cellular regeneration
