CNM S2 Coriander Detox & Wheatgrass Flashcards

1
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Which herb can be used to mobilise mercury and other toxic heavy metals such as aluminium from the central nervous system?

A

Coriander

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What is wheatgrass?

A

young grass of wheat plant.

juiced /powder
Eaten whole / raw

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What are the energetic qualities of wheatgrass?

A

cooling

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4 benefits of wheatgrass in clinical application

A

(MyP)
dwardia

Detoxi- Sprts liver detox p’ways
Tons of nutrients and antiOx

Weight loss: reduce appetite/ increase hormonal signals of satiety (e.g. CCK), balances blood sugars, reduces cravings

Antioxidant:- phenolic /flavonoid helps protect against chronic diseases oxStress Lwr

Regulates blood lipids: Lwr reduce serum triglycerides and LDL cholesterol, whilst increasing HDL cholesterol.

Digestion: (in TCM, nourishes spleen Qi drains dampness.

Immune support and anti-cancer properties, reduce chemoS/E also beneficial for chronic disorders including RA, ulcerative colitis, diab OB

Alkalising: high chlorophyll.

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How to ingest wheatgrass?

A

Fresh juice: 30–120 mL\d
powder: 3–5 g/d

Start low doses / build slowly.
empty stomach, follow 200 mL water.

*grass allergies

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nutrient composition of wheatgrass?

A

(MyP)
bacek cimsaca

Rich in Bvits, A C E K
Calcium
Iron
Magnesium
selenium
Amino acids
Chlorophyl
AntiOxidants

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