Herbs Used for Common Ailments Flashcards
1
Q
Burns, skin irritations
A
Aloe
2
Q
Menstrual cramps, PMS, menopause
A
Black cohosh
3
Q
Digestion
A
Chamomile
4
Q
Immune system stimulant
A
Echinancea
5
Q
Reduces fever, helps migraine
A
Feverfew
6
Q
Controls heart rhythm, angina
A
Foxglove
7
Q
Digestion, protects against high blood pressure
A
Garlic
8
Q
Motion sickness, cough
A
Ginger root
9
Q
Dilates blood vessels, dementia
A
Ginkgo biloba
10
Q
Reduces stress
A
Ginseng
11
Q
Lowers blood pressure, dilates blood vessels
A
Hawthorn
12
Q
Protects damaged liver, prevents toxins from entering liver
A
Milk thistle
13
Q
Indigestion
A
Peppermint
14
Q
Depression
A
St. John’s wort
15
Q
Enlarged prostate, improves urinary flow, anti-inflammatory agent
A
Saw palmetto
16
Q
Strong laxative
A
Senna
17
Q
Skin and vaginal infections, acne
A
Tea-tree oil
18
Q
Mild sedative
A
Valerian root
19
Q
Headache
A
Willow bark
