Herbal Action Vocab

Question 0

Alteratives

Answer 0

Gradually restore balance to the body’s systems by altering fluids (blood purifiers)

Question 1

Anthelmintics

Answer 1

Expel/eradicate parasitic worms from the digestive system

Question 2

Antiemetics

Answer 2

Ease nausea and reduce vomiting.

Question 3

Antiinflammatories

Answer 3

Soothe and directly reduce degree of inflammation.

Question 4

Antiacids

Answer 4

Neutralize and reduce stomach acid

Question 5

Antispasmodics

Answer 5

Relieve smooth muscle spasms

Question 6

Carminatives

Answer 6

Typically contain aromatic oils, stimulate MMCs and circulation to the small intestine, helping to relieve had and ease cramping.

Question 7

Astringents

Answer 7

Cause tissues to constrict

Question 8

Bitters

Answer 8

Stimulate all secretions of the digestive tract

Question 9

Demulcents

Answer 9

Mucilaginous plants taken internally that aooth tissues and reduce inflammation.

Question 10

Cholagogues/Choleretics

Answer 10

Stimulates bile release from the liver

Question 11

Emetics

Answer 11

Induce vomiting

Question 12

Liver tonics

Answer 12

Nourish and build the hepatic system

Question 13

Stimulant laxatives

Answer 13

Accelerate the release of stool by stimulating intestinal peristalsis.

Question 14

Bulk laxatives

Answer 14

Increase fecal volume to promote bowel movements.

Question 15

Sialagogues

Answer 15

Stimulate secretions of saliva.

Question 16

Stomach tonics

Answer 16

Nourish and build the stomach

Question 17

Digestive system tonics

Answer 17

Nourish and build the digestive system.