Final Flashcards
A deficiency of which nutrient(s) will contribute to dandruff?
a. B2
b. B2, B6, zinc, magnesium
c. Folic acid, pantothenic acid, P.A.B.A., inositol
d. A, zinc, iodine, lecithin
b. B2, B6, zinc, magnesium
A deficiency of which nutrient(s) will contribute to oily hair?
a. B2
b. B2, B6, zinc, magnesium
c. Folic acid, pantothenic acid, P.A.B.A., inositol
d. A, zinc, iodine, lecithin
a. B2
If you have oily skin and white heads, what deficiency might you have?
a. calcium
b. niacin
c. Vitamin B6
d. vitamin B2
d. vitamin B2
A deficiency of which nutrient leads to greasy dermatitis, red skin on knees, or infant dermatitis?
a. A, C, E, F
b. B6, PABA, zinc
c. Bioflavonoids, C
d. B6, zinc
d. B6, zinc
Which of the following herbs is classified as generally safe to use during pregnancy?
a. Motherwort
b. Blue cohosh
c. Red raspberry
d. Ginger
c. Red raspberry
Which of the following herbs is in the Asteraceae (formerly Compositae) family?
a. Ginger
b. Feverfew
c. Red raspberry
d. Evening primrose
b. Feverfew
What is traditionally used throughout pregnancy to help reduce premature pains?
a. Red raspberry leaf infusion
b. Feverfew tincture
c. Evening primrose tea
d. Ginger poultice
a. Red raspberry leaf infusion
Which of the following should not be used during pregnancy due to its isoflavone content?
a. Arctium lappa (Burdock)
b. Plantago major (Plantain)
c. Trifolium pratense (Red clover)
d. Rumex crispus (Curly dock)
c. Trifolium pratense (Red clover)
Which active constituent(s) are found in Arctium lappa (burdock)?
a. Formononetin
b. Isoflavones
c. Genistein
d. Inulin
d. Inulin
Plantago major (plantain) contains which of these active constituents?
a. Inulin
b. Molybdenum
c. Flavonoids
d. Saponins
c. Flavonoids
Nasturtium officinale belongs to which family?
a. Lamiaceae
b. Brassicaceae
c. Apiaceae
d. Polygonaceae
b. Brassicaceae
Which nutritive herb is indicated for boils, bronchitis, eczema, fevers, hemorrhage, mouth ulcers, skin infection, sores, and sore throats?
Sorrel
Use an extract prepared from the seeds of this herb for tuberculosis.
a. Basil
b. Fennel
c. Sorrel
d. Watercress
a. Basil
Ocimum basilicum belongs to which family?
a. Lamiaceae
b. Brassicaceae
c. Apiaceae
d. Polygonaceae
a. Lamiaceae
What nutritive herb is indicated for colic in young children and babies, constipation, cramps, eye complaints, fevers, flatulence, indigestion, rheumatism, stomach cramps, and stomach pains?
Fennel
Watercress is best used ________. Collect in the spring, both before and during flowering.
Fresh, uncooked, raw
Which of these has a reputation as a “cure-all” and as an extremely effective remedy for infectious complaints and blood disorders?
a. Red clover
b. Yellow dock
c. Burdock
d. Garlic
d. Garlic
The peculiar, penetrating odor of garlic is due to what active constituent?
a. Allicin
b. Allinase
c. Diallyl disulfide
d. Chrysophanic acid
c. Diallyl disulfide
True or False:
Garlic has a reputation as a botanical support for cancer, particularly breast cancer and cancer of the esophagus.
False
Which of the following is a gentle laxative that softens mucous membranes, cleaning out mucus and catarrh, modifies the actions of the stronger herbal laxatives, and has also been shown useful in healing ulcers?
a. Glycyrrhiza glabra
b. Taraxacum officinale
c. Cassia acutifolia
d. Linum usitatissimum
a. Glycyrrhiza glabra
Which of the following herbs cause copious watery stools and remove large quantities of serum and water from the intestinal tract, which might lead to dehydration?
a. Aperients
b. Hydrogogues
c. Drastics
d. Cathartics
b. Hydrogogues
________ is relatively safe, but excessive doses can deplete the body of potassium and cause retention of sodium. Avoid large doses over a prolonged period and ensure that potassium intake is increased.
Licorice
The sugars in glycyrrhizin found in ________ are a natural form of glucose and when combined with goldenseal have a stimulating and beneficial effect on the pancreas. Glycyrrhizin acid is known to inhibit Epstein Barr virus and protect the liver. Studies have shown it is active against viruses, including herpes simplex virus.
Licorice
The whole plant of this herb contains a volatile essential oil, phenolic acids, marrubin, and the glycoside disomine. The herb is best known for its diaphoretic action, making it useful for all coughs and colds. An infusion of this herb is also an effective anthelmintic.
a. Artemisia absinthium
b. Allium sativum
c. Hyssopus officinalis
d. Cucurbita pepo
c. Hyssopus officinalis
Which herb is effective at expelling both round and tapeworms, acts as a diuretic, and is useful for urinary trouble? There is a special amino acid in this herb that is responsible for the anthelmintic properties.
a. Artemisia absinthium
b. Allium sativum
c. Hyssopus Officinalis
d. Cucurbita pepo
d. Cucurbita pepo
Which herb is not only an alterative herb but is also an extremely useful anthelmintic?
a. Artemesia absinthium
b. Cucurbita pepo
c. Urtica dioica
d. Allium sativum
d. Allium sativum
Castor oil and hedge hyssop are examples of herbs with which of the following therapeutic actions?
a. Aperient
b. Hydrogogue
c. Drastic
d. Cathartic
c. Drastic
Which of the following has a similar action to senna, but does not have the tendency to cause griping to the same extent?
a. Foeniculum vulgare
b. Taraxacum officinale
c. Cassia acutifolia
d. Linum usitatissimum
d. Linum usitatissimum
________ herbs can cause violent peristalsis and watery stools, accompanied by severe griping pain, They irritate the mucous membrane and will weaken it by causing a loss of serum from the walls of the intestine.
a. Aperient
b. Hydrogogue
c. Drastic
d. Cathartic
c. Drastic
Which of the following herbs cause active peristalsis and stimulate the glandular secretions of the intestines? Bowel movements are usually semi-fluid and may be accompanied by some irritation and griping.
a. Aperient
b. Hydrogogue
c. Drastic
d. Cathartic
d. Cathartic
Examples of this class of herbs are greater celandine and dwarf elder root.
a. Aperient
b. Hydrogogue
c. Drastic
d. Cathartic
b. Hydrogogue
The active constituents of feverfew include all of the following EXCEPT for what?
a. Alkaloids
b. Camphor
c. Terpenes
d. Pyrethrins
a. Alkaloids
You can use two to five leaves of which herb daily in a salad or sandwich with butter for premenstrual tension and migraine?
a. Evening primrose
b. Feverfew
c. Ginger
d. Motherwort
b. Feverfew
Which herb is high in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) and linoleic acid (LA), along with oleic acid, palmitic acid, and stearic acid?
a. Ginger
b. Feverfew
c. Red raspberry
d. Evening primrose
d. Evening primrose
A deficiency of which nutrient leads to wrinkles and aging skin?
a. A, C, E, F
b. Biotin, folic acid, iron
c. Bioflavonoids, C
d. B6, zinc
a. A, C, E, F
What nutritional requirement is lacking if one has coarse, brittle hair?
a. zinc
b. magnesium
c. iodine
d. folic acid
a. zinc
A deficiency of which nutrient leads to pale skin?
a. A, C, E, F
b. Biotin, folic acid, iron
c. Bioflavonoids, C
d. B6, zinc
b. Biotin, folic acid, iron
If you have hang nails, you may be deficient in all of the following EXCEPT:
a. folic acid
b. vitamin C
c. iron
d. protein
c. iron
Acne can be due to a deficiency of all the following EXCEPT:
a. calcium
b. zinc
c. vitamin C
d. vitamin A
a. calcium
Which herb is less likely to cause problems during pregnancy?
a. Motherwort
b. Blue cohosh
c. Red raspberry
d. Ginger
c. Red raspberry
A deficiency of which nutrients will contribute to graying hair?
a. B2
b. B2, B6, zinc, magnesium
c. Folic acid, pantothenic acid, P.A.B.A., inositol
d. A, zinc, iodine, lecithin
c. Folic acid, pantothenic acid, P.A.B.A., inositol
Which herb is known as “housewives aspirin” and is also well known for the relief it gives migraine sufferers?
a. Ginger
b. Feverfew
c. Red raspberry
d. Evening primrose
b. Feverfew
The effects of ginger include all of the following EXCEPT what?
a. Hypoglycemic
b. Hypocholesterolemic
c. Astringent
d. Gastroprotective
c. Astringent
The leaves of which herb contain fragine, which has a relaxing effect on the uterine and pelvic area, and tannic acid, which accounts for the astringent action?
a. Motherwort
b. Blue cohosh
c. Red raspberry
d. Ginger
c. Red raspberry
What does Rumex crispus stimulate and what is it often combined with?
a. Pancreas, Dandelion
b. Liver, Burdock
c. Bladder, Burdock
d. Liver, Dandelion
d. Liver, Dandelion
What category of diuretic herbs is capable of dissolving calculi, stones or gravel in the kidneys?
Lithotriptic
Which herb is best known for its liver strengthening and cleansing action and is one of the most effective herbs for inducing a healthy flow of bile and gastric juices?
Dandelion
______’s antiseptic and disinfectant actions are particularly valuable, as it does not irritate the mucus membrane as carbolic acid does.
Thyme
Which diaphoretic is also a powerful antiseptic?
a. Chamomile
b. Sage
c. Thyme
d. Spearmint
c. Thyme
Diaphoretics should not be used with ________ herbs, as the two actions would result in an excessive loss of fluid.
Cathartic
________ is a popular culinary herb with a mild but effective diaphoretic action that makes it suitable for infants, young children, and very weak clients.
Spearmint
________ berries are specific for fluid retention associated with heart problems.
Juniper
Fresh raw ________ juice is a specific tonic for the adrenal glands and is a powerful tonic to the whole nervous and circulatory systems. Again, take only small doses, preferably mixed with carrot and celery juices, and do not use the concentrated juice if the kidneys are inflamed.
Parsley
________, when used hot, will raise the body’s temperature and produce perspiration by opening the pores of the skin. This diaphoretic action plus its antiviral action makes it an excellent remedy for feverish colds. It combines well with elderflowers and peppermint.
Yarrow
Which of the following herbs is an excellent diuretic because of its high potassium content?
a. Juniper
b. Parsley
c. Cleavers
d. Uva ursi
b. Parsley
Which diaphoretic herb is also a powerful antiseptic?
a. Chamomile
b. Sage
c. Thyme
d. Spearmint
c. Thyme
________ stimulate the appetite, aid digestion by stimulating the production of hydrochloric acid, and increase the flow of urine. Its stimulating diuretic action makes it a useful herb for congestion of the kidneys and fluid retention associated with heart problems.
Juniper berries
Which of the following diuretic herbs is safe to use during pregnancy?
a. Juniper
b. Parsley
c. Uva ursi
d. None of the above
d. None of the above
Which of the following herbs are nutritives?
a. Pumpkin seeds, hyssop, and garlic
b. Plantain, red clover, and burdock
c. Fennel, sorrel, sweet basil, and watercress
d. Licorice and flaxseed
c. Fennel, sorrel, sweet basil, and watercress
Which of the following herbs are anthelmintics?
a. Elecampane and mouse ear hawkweed
b. Licorice and flaxseed
c. Pumpkin seeds, hyssop, and garlic
d. Dandelion, parsley, juniper berry, and uva ursi
c. Pumpkin seeds, hyssop, and garlic
Which of the following herbs are cathartics?
a. Pumpkin seeds, hyssop, and garlic
b. Licorice and flaxseed
c. Dandelion, parsley, juniper berry, and uva ursi
d. Yarrow, thyme, and spearmint
b. Licorice and flaxseed
Which of the following herbs are diuretics?
a. Yarrow, thyme, and spearmint
b. Dandelion, parsley, juniper berry, and uva ursi
c. Mullein, slippery elm, marshmallow, and aloe vera
d. Elecampane and mouse ear hawkweed
b. Dandelion, parsley, juniper berry, and uva ursi
Which of the following herbs are diaphoretics?
a. Pumpkin seeds, hyssop, and garlic
b. Licorice and flaxseed
c. Dandelion, parsley, juniper berry, and uva ursi
d. Yarrow, thyme, and spearmint
d. Yarrow, thyme, and spearmint
Which of the following herbs are demulcents?
a. Yarrow, thyme, and spearmint
b. Dandelion, parsley, juniper berry, and uva ursi
c. Mullein, slippery elm, marshmallow, and aloe vera
d. Elecampane and mouse ear hawkweed
c. Mullein, slippery elm, marshmallow, and aloe vera
Which of the following herbs are astringents?
a. Pumpkin seeds, hyssop, and garlic
b. Fumitory, witch hazel, shepherd’s purse, and rosemary
c. Dandelion, parsley, juniper berry, and uva ursi
d. Yarrow, thyme, and spearmint
b. Fumitory, witch hazel, shepherd’s purse, and rosemary
The flowers of which herb can be infused into an oil and used for earache?
a. mullein
b. aloe vera
c. slipper elm
d. marshmallow
a. mullein
The German Commission E Monographs states which of the following demulcent herbs can delay the absorption of other drugs if they are taken simultaneously?
a. Aloe vera
b. Marshmallow
c. Chickweed
d. Comfrey
b. Marshmallow
What herb does this sentence describe: “It has a reputation as a great herbal pain killer and it will calm and soothe inflamed nerves.”
mullein
Which demulcent can be used as a poultice, a gruel, a decoction, or an infusion?
a. mullein
b. aloe vera
c. slippery elm
d. marshmallow
c. slippery elm
Which herb combined with plantain can be used as a gargle for mouth ulcers?
a. Witch hazel
b. Rosemary
c. Fumitory
d. Shepherd’s purse
a. Witch hazel
Which of the following is classified as an alternative astringent?
a. Wintergreen
b. Sage
c. Black tea
d. All of the above
d. All of the above
________’s high mucilage content not only soothes and heal irritated and inflamed mucous membrane, but will absorb excess mucus accumulated in the respiratory passages.
Slippery elm
The bark of which astringent herb is considered to have a more powerful action due to the presence of hamamelitannin?
a. witch hazel
b. shepherd’s purse
c. cranesbill
d. fumitory
a. witch hazel
Which demulcent can be used as an eye wash for inflamed eyes?
a. mullein
b. aloe vera
c. slippery elm
d. marshmallow
d. marshmallow
Which astringent herb is a member of the Brassicaceae (formerly Cruciferae) family?
a. witch hazel
b. shepherd’s purse
c. cranesbill
d. fumitory
b. shepherd’s purse
What herb is used to help painful menstruation?
a. Fumitory
b. Rosemary
c. Shepherd’s Purse
d. Witch Hazel
c. Shepherd’s Purse
True or False:
Heat (boiled water) must be used to extract the active ingredients from fumitory.
False
Which herb, taken over a long time, can slow down the circulatory system and induce sleepiness?
a. witch hazel
b. shepherd’s purse
c. cranesbill
d. fumitory
d. fumitory
For which astringent herb do we use only the bark, leaves, and young twigs?
a. Fumitory
b. Rosemary
c. Witch Hazel
d. Shepherd’s Purse
c. Witch Hazel
Which astringent herb raises blood pressure and promotes blood clotting?
a. witch hazel
b. shepherd’s purse
c. cranesbill
d. fumitory
b. shepherd’s purse
What herb that is classified as an astringent, also has bactericidal activity against Bacillus anthracis (anthrax) and Staphylococcus?
a. Fumitory
b. Rosemary
c. Witch Hazel
d. Shepherd’s Purse
a. Fumitory
Which expectorant may interfere with hypoglycemic treatment?
a. Licorice root
b. Horehound
c. Elecampane
d. Mouse ear hawkweed
c. Elecampane
Elecampane, taken with what other herb, can enhance its antiseptic action?
a. Horehound
b. Feverfew
c. Red raspberry
d. Echinacea
d. Echinacea
True or False:
Helenin, or elecampane camphor, is more soluble in water than alcohol.
False
Which herb is still collected by some herbalists as it is considered an excellent remedy for whooping cough?
a. Licorice root
b. Horehound
c. Elecampane
d. Mouse ear hawkweed
d. Mouse ear hawkweed
This expectorant may cause contact dermatitis.
a. Slippery elm
b. Elecampane
c. Chickweed
d. Comfrey
b. Elecampane
Which of the following expectorants resembles dandelion?
a. Licorice root
b. Horehound
c. Elecampane
d. Mouse ear hawkweed
d. Mouse ear hawkweed
Bright yellow flower on a single stem with a diameter of approximately 1 inch, and resembling Taraxacum officinale describes…
a. Mullein
b. Horehound
c. Mouse ear hawkweed
d. Chickweed
c. Mouse ear hawkweed
Which expectorant herb has a bright yellow flower not unlike a small sunflower?
a. Pleurisy root
b. Horehound
c. Elecampane
d. Mouse ear hawkweed
c. Elecampane
Which expectorant is a member of the Asteraceae (formerly Compositae) family?
a. Horehound
b. Elecampane
c. Mouse ear hawkweed
d. Both B and C.
d. Both B and C.
True or False:
Elecampane should not be used during pregnancy.
True
What herb, in a powdered form, can be used to stop nosebleeds?
a. Feverfew
b. Horehound
c. Mouse ear hawkweed
d. Elecampane
c. Mouse ear hawkweed
What herb contains the two chemicals alatolactone and isoalantolactone, that have bactericidal and fungicidal properties?
a. Horehound
b. Mouse ear hawkweed
c. Elecampane
d. Ginger
c. Elecampane
