Hers/Phytochemicals Flashcards
Adaptogen
Herbs with stimulating properties to help body Counteracts effects of stress
Carminative
Flatulence; Gas (Ginger, Fennel, Lemon Balm, Rosemary, Spearmint)
Cholagogue
BILE flow from gallbladder (Olive Oil, Dandelion, Milk Thistle, Goldenseal (berberine), Ginger, barberry)
Expectorant
Promotes sputum secretion (loosens Mucus); used to Treat COUGHS (Marshmallow, Ginger, Pleurisy Root, Yerba Santa
Galactagogue
(Stimulates milk production):
Food: Sesame, Beans, Oats, Nuts, Grains/HOPS/Beer
Herbs: Fenugreek, Milk Thistle, Hibiscus Flower, Raspberry
Cooking Herbs: anise, blackseed, caraway, coriander, dill, fennel, alfalfa, Lemongrass, nettle, red clover, blessed thistle
Fruits/Veg: leafy greens, apricots, dates, figs, green papaya (Papaya also aids digestion),
Drugs: Domperidone, Metoclopramide Jasmine flower reduces milk flow
What to avoid with Ragweed Allergy
Avoid Chamomile, Dandelion, Echinacea, **also Bananas, Zucchini, Cantaloupe, Cucumber, Sunflower seeds
What to avoid with birch Pollen Allergy
Avoid apples, almonds, carrot, celery, cherry, hazelnut, kiwi, peach, pear, plum
ALOE VERA: Cholagogue
Extract may damage colon epithelium & mucosa increases bile production
Triggers reflex stimulation of musculature of uterus
Abortifacient property and is contraindicated in pregnancy
ALOE VERA: Cholagogue
Extract may damage colon epithelium & mucosa increases bile production
Triggers reflex stimulation of musculature of uterus
Abortifacient property and is contraindicated in pregnancy
ASHWAGANDHA: adaptogen
Helps anxiety, depression, exhaustion, Thyroid issues
Not to be used in individuals with nightshade sensitivity, Pregnant/breastfeeding or w/ Hyperthyroidism,
Hypertension
Interacts with Immunosuppressants (decreases immune system), Sedatives
ASTRAGALUS: adaptogen
Reverse drug/alcohol memory impairment
Improve GI smooth muscle tone/motility
Antiviral, antioxidant, fibrinolytic, hepatoprotective and immunostimulatory effects
ARNICA:
Muscle Strain, soreness
BLACKCURRANT:
Anti-inflammatory; Antithrombotic
Oil interacts synergistically w/ ANTICOAGULANT
(“BLACK CURRANT
BLOOD CLOTS”)
BLACK COHOSH**
Helpful for MENOPAUSE
KIDNEY Infections
relieves PMS from suppressing LH secretion; directly relaxes the uterus
Taking certain drugs w/ Black Cohosh may increase risk for Hypotension
Avoid in those with estrogen dependent tumors, cancer, *worsened/triggered by B. cohosh may increase metastases
BLACK COHOSH**
Helpful for MENOPAUSE
KIDNEY Infections
relieves PMS from suppressing LH secretion; directly relaxes the uterus
Taking certain drugs w/ Black Cohosh may increase risk for Hypotension
Avoid in those with estrogen dependent tumors, cancer, *worsened/triggered by B. cohosh may increase metastases
CHASTE TREE**
INHIBITS FSH & Prolactin secretion & lactation
***Contraindicated in pregnancy
CHASTE TREE**
INHIBITS FSH & Prolactin secretion & lactation
***Contraindicated in pregnancy
EVENING PRIMROSE**
Gamma Linoleic Acid (GLA)
RELIEVES PMS
Menopausal flushing/hot flashes
Fibrocystic breast disease
EVENING PRIMROSE**
Gamma Linoleic Acid (GLA)
RELIEVES PMS
Menopausal flushing/hot flashes
Fibrocystic breast disease
BAYBERRY:
Boiled leaves used to treat Fever, Intestinal Parasites, uterine hemorrhage, jaundice, dysentery, canker sores
BAYBERRY:
Boiled leaves used to treat Fever, Intestinal Parasites, uterine hemorrhage, jaundice, dysentery, canker sores
BLACK WALNUT:
Husk used to treat Intestinal Parasites, Ulcers, Syphilis, Fungal infection, BEDBUGS
Mild Laxative
BUCHU
Treats genital/UTI
Indigestion
Edema
Diabetes
BORAGE:
SOOTHES Intestinal Cramps
(“Borage SOOTHES”)
BURDOCK
Stimulates Menstruation