Herbology wk 7

Question 1

Liver detox pathways:

Answer 1

Phase 1: Hydroxylation - makes toxins water-soluble & easier to excrete

Phase 2: Conjugation - makes toxins fat-soluble, “pack em up, move em out”

Question 2

How much bile is produced per day?

Answer 2

500-1000mL

Question 3

What does a hepatoprotective herb do? How does a hepatic differ? A cholegogue? A bitter?

Answer 3

Hepatoprotective: treats liver problems, has anti-hepatotoxic effect.

Hepatic: supports liver fxn & metabolism, non-specific.

Cholagogue: Directly stimulates secretion & release of bile.

Bitters: Stimulates secretion of digestive enzymes & bile.

Question 4

Contraindications for hepatic/cholegogue use:

Answer 4

acute cholecystitis
obstructive jaundice
acute viral hepatitis
liver toxicity w/lowered bowel fxn
atonic conditions w/depletion
acute diarrhea w/irritable bowel

Question 5

Dandelion - parts used:

Answer 5

root (for liver)

leaf (for kidney)

Question 6

Dandelion - actions:

Answer 6

diuretic
hepatorestorative/protective
choleretic
cholagogue
anti-inflammatory
anti-rheumatic
gentle laxative
alterative
anti-hypertensive
stomachic
tonic
bitter

Question 7

Dandelion - indications:

Answer 7

geographic tongue
fluid retention
liver/GB congestion
hepatosplenomegaly
cholecystitis
hepatitis
cirrhosis
ascites
tumors/abscesses/boils
hormone d/o's 2° to HTN, gastritis, sluggish liver

Question 8

Milk thistle - part used:

Answer 8

seeds

aerial portion

Question 9

Milk thistle - constituents:

Answer 9

silymarin - 3 flavolignans (antioxidant bioflavonoids):
  silybin
  silydionin
  silychristin
phytosterols

Question 10

Milk thistle - action:

Answer 10

bitter
stimulate bile flow
hepatoprotective
regenerates damaged liver cells
lipotropic (inc synthesis of ribosomal RNA & liver proteins)

Question 11

Milk thistle - indications:

Answer 11

chronic liver dz
hepatotoxicity
hepatitis
cirrhosis
fatty liver
kidney failure
prostate & skin cancer
post-chemotherapy
anti-inflammatory
HDL/LDL balance, reduce total cholesterol

Question 12

Milk thistle - cautions:

Answer 12

NONE KNOWN! :)

Question 13

Chicory - part used:

Answer 13

whole plant

Question 14

Chicory - actions:

Answer 14

cholagogue
hepatoprotective
appetizer
digestive aid
diuretic
laxative
tonic
mild sedative

Question 15

Chicory - constituents:

Answer 15

inulin
vit A & C
chicorin, chicoric acid
esculitin, esculin, chichociim

Question 16

Chicory - indications:

Answer 16

liver congestion
malnutrition
anorexia
gastritis
constipation

root: 
jaundice
inflammation
warts/tumors
cancer

Question 17

Schisandra - part used:

Answer 17

fruit

Question 18

Schisandra - constituents:

Answer 18

dibenzocyclooctadiene lignans:
schizandrin A & B
gomisin A

Question 19

Schisandra - actions:

Answer 19

adaptogen
liver tonic
astringent
heptatoprotective/regenerative
immunomodulation
anxiolytic
antioxidant
antitussive
vermifuge
reduces liver enzymes
anti-cancer

Question 20

Schisandra - indications:

Answer 20

fatigue
depression
mental exhaustion
enhanced learning
enhanced athletic performance
hepatitis C
splenomegaly
thrombocytopenia
thrombophlebitis
chronic gastritis
liver failure
antioxidant
improves vision & hearing

Question 21

Turmeric - part used:

Answer 21

rhizome

Question 22

Turmeric - constituents:

Answer 22

curcuminoids
volatile oils
starch
protein
caffeic acid

Question 23

Turmeric - actions:

Answer 23

anti-inflammatory
antioxidant
hepatoprotective
choleretic
anti-lipidemic
antagonist of platelet aggregation factor
anti-neoplastic
carminitive
stimulant
alterative
antibacterial
vulnerary
wound/injury healing

Question 24

Turmeric - indications:

Answer 24

Ayurvedic:
indigestion
poor circulation
cough
antibacterial
pharyngitis
skin disorders
diabetes
arthritis
anemia
wounds & bruises

Question 25

Turmeric - cautions:

Answer 25

bile duct obstruction
stomach ulcers
hyperchlorhydria
pregnancy
gall stone tx