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Herbal Medicine Flashcards

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What are the main properties of flavonoids?

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Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-allergic, decrease capillary fragility

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What are the main properties of tannins?

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Dry and tone tissue

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What are the main properties of coumarins?

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Antispasmodic, anticoagulant

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What are alkaloids known for?

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Contribution to modern medicine - alkaline properties.

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What are terpenes mainly used in?

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Major constituents of volatile oils

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What are the main properties of glycosides?

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Wide range - anti-inflammatory, digestive, circulatory, anticancer, osmotic and stimulant effects

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