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3 botanical actions for diabetes

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  1. endocrine modulator
  2. bitter
  3. alterative
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why have endocrine modulator in diabetes formula

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a. can influence insulin secretion, insulin sensitivity, and glucose metabolism through various mechanisms

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why have bitter in diabetes formula

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a. Help with blood sugar regulation, insulin sensitivity, glucose metabolism, liver detoxification, appetite control and weight management

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why have alterative in diabetes formula

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a. Enhance elimination via liver and kidneys, balance sluggish metabolism, purify the blood

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contraindications in barberry

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non-toxic, but very bitter. Avoid in pregnancy and lactation

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goats rue contraindication

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will augment effects of other hypoglycemic agents

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bitter melon contraindications

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can cause hypoglycemic events, 2-3 fruit can cause GI pain and diarrhea

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cinnamon contraindication

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contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation

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why use barberry in diabetes formula

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helps with blood sugar regulation and insulin sensitivity, increase glucose uptake, is an anti-inflammatory, help improve lipid profiles

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4 herbs in diabetes formula

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  1. barberry
  2. goats rue
  3. bitter melon
  4. cinnamon
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why use goats rue in diabetes formula

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good for blood sugar dysregulation, is the compound used in metformin, helps with appetite control and metabolism, anti-inflammatory

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why use bitter melon in diabetes formula

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lowers blood sugar, insulin like effects, help with fat metabolism and cholesterol reduction, anti-inflammatory

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why use cinnamon in diabetes formula

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warming carminative, facilitate glucose transport into cell , anti-inflammatory, regulate blood sugar, improve insulin sensitivity, help with lipid profiles

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% of herbs in diabetes formula

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  1. barberry 20%
  2. goats rue 50%
  3. cinnamon 15%
  4. bitter melon 15%
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dosing of diabetes formula and duration

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2 tsp, 3x per day between meals

for 6 weeks

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2 other recommendations for diabetes

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  1. Diet: low glycemic foods, complex carbohydrates, fibres, limit sugar and processed food
  2. Physical activity: 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise/ week and strength training 2x per week
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ashwaganda, burdock, and blue flag contraindications in hypothryoid formula

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none

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3 actions in hypothryoid

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  1. adaptogen
  2. alterative
  3. endocrine modulator
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4 herbs in hypothyroid

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  1. ashwaganda
  2. blue flag
  3. burdock
  4. barberry
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herbs in hypothyroid dosage %

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  1. ashwaganda 25%
  2. blue flag 25%
  3. burdock 30%
  4. barberry 20%
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why do you want an adaptogen in hypothryoid?

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warming and drying action, good to balance hormones and manage stress (linked to sluggish metabolism), cortisol can make hypothyroid symptoms worse, improve energy and reduce fatigue, increase metabolism (weight gain in hypothyroid), reduce inflammation, support immune system, support mental healthy (i.e. anxiety and depression), increase energy

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why do you want an alterative in hypothryoid?

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promote detoxication and slow metabolism via liver and kidneys, improve metabolism + weight loss, enhance liver function which converts t4 to t3, reduce inflammation,

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why do you want an endocrine modulator in hypothryoid?

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support thyroid hormone production (T4 and T3 and TSH), support other hormonal imbalances that often accompany hypothyroid, convert T4 to T3, help with stress from overproducing cortisol which impacts thyroid,

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why do you want ashwaganda in hypothryoid?

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can help with increasing T3 and T4 via TSH stimulation, balance cortisol and reduce stress, help with comorbid psychiatric conditions that can be with hypothyroid (ie. Depression, anxiety), improve energy and reduce fatigue, improve metabolism (weight gain)

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why do you want blue flag in hypothryoid?
promotes detoxication and blood purification via liver and kidneys, stimulate lymphatics (i.e. edema and fluid retention) and stimulates sluggish thyroid, increase T3 production, help with goiter
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why do you want burdock in hypothryoid?
alterative and detox via the liver and lymph, anti inflammatory, support digestion which is needed to absorb nutrients like idodine, selenium and zinc,
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why do you want barberry in hypothryoid?
helps with T4 to T3 conversion, support liver health which can impact thyroid + detoxify, improves digestion which may be slow and constipated in hypothryoid, anti-inflammatory, help with insulin resistance and high blood sugar which may be comorbid (i.e. weight gain and metabolic syndrome)
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hypothryoid dose and duration
2-3 tsp BID, for 3 weeks
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2 other recommendations for hypothryoid
1. Physical activity: 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise/ week and strength training 2x per week 2. Diet: high fiber, rich in iodine (i.e. seaweed, iodized salt), selenium (i.e. brazil nuts, eggs), zinc (i.e. pumpkin seeds, beef), avoid goitrogens in excess (i.e. soy, cruciferous vegetables), limit processed foods, avoid excessive caffeine
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3 actions in insomnia
1. sedative 2. nervine 3. adaptogen
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4 herbs in insomnia
1. valerian 2. chamomile 3. California poppy 4. passiflora
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valarian contraindications
may potentiate other anxiolytics
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chamomile contraidications
none
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california poppy contraindications
may potential effects of other sedatives
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passiflora contradindications
may potentiate other anxiolytics
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why choose a sedative in insomnia
calm the nervous system, promote relaxation and improve sleep quality
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why choose a nervine in insomnia
helps with nervous system imbalances (i.e. stress, anxiety, mental restlessness) that might prevent falling to sleep, reduced overstimulates nervous system and SNS to shift to PNS, promote relaxation without sedation
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why choose an adaptogen in insomnia
regulate the stress response and balance the nervous system, help hormonal imbalances (i.e. cortisol), good for people who’s sleep disturbances are linked to chronic stress, fatigue or burnout, improve sleep quality- more restorative and deeper sleep, reduce anxiety and nervousness
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why choose valerian in insomnia
promotes relaxation, reduce anxiety, increase GABA, mild sedative, improve sleep quality an duration, increase deep sleep , non habit forming and not groggy in morning
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why choose chamomile in insomnia
mild sedative, helps with GABA, reduce stress and anxiety, promote relaxation, improve sleep quality, well tolerated and low risk of side effects
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why choose California poppy in insomnia
mild sedative via GABA, help with nervous tension, anxiety and mental overactivity, help get deeper and more restorative sleep, help with relaxation and muscle tension relief, calms the mind
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why choose passiflora in insomnia
help with anxiety, stress, and nervous tension, mild sedative via GABA, promote relaxation without drowsiness, improve sleep quality, supports nervous system
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% of herbs in insomnia case
1. valerian 35% 2. chamomile 25% 3. California poppy 15% 4. passiflora 25%
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dose and duration for insomnia case
3 tbsp before bed, use symptomatically as needed
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2 other recommednations for insomnia
1. meditation and sleep hygiene: create a routine 1 hour before bed, go to bed at consistent time, dark and cool room, calming meditation or stretching or breathing exercise before bed, no blue lights, limit naps 2. exercise: 30 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise most days, work out at least 3 hours before bed
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contraindications of gentian
not to be used in cases of known ulceration
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contraindications of barberry
very bitter. Avoid in pregnancy and lactation
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contraindications of milk thistle
none
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contraindications of ginger
none
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3 actions in NAFLD formula
1. alterative 2. hepatic 3. hepatoprotective 4. carminative
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why do alterative in NAFLD
clear out excess accumulation in liver to restore function, help support liver detox, anti-inflammatory for the liver, help with cholesterol and insulin resistance,
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why do hepatic in NAFLD
support liver detoxification and waste elimination, promote fat metabolism and bile secretion, reduce liver inflammation and ROS, improve insulin sensitivity
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why do hepatoprotective action in NAFLD
protect liver from toxic damage, support fat metabolism and bile secretion, slow NAFLD progression, liver cell regeneration, help with inflammation and ROS
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4 herbs in NAFLD
1. gentian 2. barberry 3. milk thistle 4. ginger
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why do gentian in NAFLD
bitter herb that promotes bile production, improves digestion (compromised in NAFLD by liver not metabolizing fats), support liver detoxification, reduce inflammation and ROS, improve metabolism and appetite,
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why do barberry in NAFLD
stimulate bile flow and help liver detox, anti-inflammatory, helps with insulin sensitivity and lower lipids, supports gut microbiome
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why do milk thistle in NAFLD
protect liver from metabolic stress, toxins, inflammation, anti-inflammatory, enhances liver detoxification pathways, improves insulin sensitivity, helps lower lipid levels
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why do ginger in NAFLD
balance out the cool herbs so don’t damage other orangs. Might be hard on digestion so warming can help. Anti-inflammatory, help with digestion and metabolism and reduce fat accumulation in liver, improve insulin sensitivity
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% of herbs in NAFLD formula
1. gentian 20% 2. barberry 20% 3. milk thistle 50% 4. ginger 10%
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dosage and duration of NAFLD formula
2 tsp, 2-3 times per day Higher dose for 2 weeks then can go down to 1-2 tsp per day for another 4 weeks (can continue formula even if NAFLD stabilized)
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2 other recommednations for NAFLD
1. Elimination diet (i.e. dairy, coffee, alcohol, sugar, wheat, fried foods) are aggravating. Eat a whole foods diet that is high in fiber to help with constipation and clear excess 2. Physical exercise: 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise/ week and strength training or HIIT 2x per week. Something patient enjoys and can be consistent with
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contraindications of astragalus
contraindicated in hypertension , also an immune stimulant so avoid in autoimmune
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contraindications of licorice in convalesce
contraindicated in hypertension
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contraindications of reishi in convalesce
none
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contraindications of shiitake convalescence
none
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3 actions in convalescence
1. adaptogen 2. immune modulator 3. endocrine modulator
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why do an adaptogen in convalescence
help reduce physical and mental stress, reduce fatigue and improve mood, some hers are stimulating and can boost energy, support immune function, balance hormones, reduce anxiety, promote better sleep and recovery (ashwaganda, reishi)
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why do an immune modulator in convalescence
prevent or manage an overactive immune response, help decrease inflammation, prevent any secondary infections after healing from whatever weakened state the body is in,
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why do an endocrine modulator in convalescence
help restore hormonal balance after stress (i.e. surgery, trauma, illness), manage stress and inflammation via cortisol, support immune function (i.e. high cortisol suppress or overactivate immune), boost metabolism and energy and tissue repair (i.e. thyroid hormones and growth factors), manage anxiety and depression (i..e serotonin, cortisol, thyroid hormones)
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4 herbs in convalescence
1. astragalus 2. reishi 3. shitake 4. liquorice
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why do astragalus in convalescence
helps immune system, adaptogen effects for stress and cortisol which can impair healing, increase energy and help fatigue, anti-inflammatory,
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why do reishi in convalescence
support immune system, help with stress, supports energy and reduces fatigue, anti-inflammatory, supports liver detoxication, improves sleep and reduce fatigue, antioxidant and fight ROS
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why do shiitake in convalescence
support immune system, help with physical and mental stress and cortisol, boost energy, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and fight RO, support liver detox
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why do liquorice in convalescence
support immune system, adaptogen and relieve stress, anti-inflammatory, helps with liver detox, soothe respiratory system (demulcent), support adrenals
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dosage and duration of formula in convalescence
2 tsp BID for 6 weeks
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% of herbs in convalescence formula
1. Astraglus 40% 2. Reishi 20% 3. Shitake 20% 4. Licorice 20%
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2 other recommednations in convalescence
1. Nourishing diet: full on protein and healthy fats to help body heal and rebuild tissues. Want many minerals and vitamins and soothing foods like soups, stews, meats, vegetables. Focus on vitamin C, D, and zinc (i.e. fruits and veg) Hydration (8 cups of water) a. Bone broth to build blood and qi 2. Rest and sleep: 7-9 hours of sleep, limit caffeine and screen time before bed, calming environment. Short naps in day to replenish energy if needed. Avoid overexertion during the day and gradually get back into routine and exercise
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why use a carminative in NAFLD
help with any digestive discomfort from other cool and bitter herbs, help with digestion and fat metabolism, stimulate bile secretion, improve appetite control, reduce insulin resistance, anti-inflammatory

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