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Hers/Phytochemicals Flashcards

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Adaptogen

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Herbs with stimulating properties to help body Counteracts effects of stress

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Carminative

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Flatulence; Gas (Ginger, Fennel, Lemon Balm, Rosemary, Spearmint)

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Cholagogue

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BILE flow from gallbladder (Olive Oil, Dandelion, Milk Thistle, Goldenseal (berberine), Ginger, barberry)

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Expectorant

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Promotes sputum secretion (loosens Mucus); used to Treat COUGHS (Marshmallow, Ginger, Pleurisy Root, Yerba Santa

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Galactagogue

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(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

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What to avoid with Ragweed Allergy

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Avoid Chamomile, Dandelion, Echinacea, **also Bananas, Zucchini, Cantaloupe, Cucumber, Sunflower seeds

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What to avoid with birch Pollen Allergy

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Avoid apples, almonds, carrot, celery, cherry, hazelnut, kiwi, peach, pear, plum

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ALOE VERA: Cholagogue

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Extract may damage colon epithelium & mucosa increases bile production

Triggers reflex stimulation of musculature of uterus

Abortifacient property and is contraindicated in pregnancy

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ALOE VERA: Cholagogue

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Extract may damage colon epithelium & mucosa increases bile production

Triggers reflex stimulation of musculature of uterus

Abortifacient property and is contraindicated in pregnancy

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ASHWAGANDHA: adaptogen

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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

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ASTRAGALUS: adaptogen

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Reverse drug/alcohol memory impairment

Improve GI smooth muscle tone/motility

Antiviral, antioxidant, fibrinolytic, hepatoprotective and immunostimulatory effects

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ARNICA:

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Muscle Strain, soreness


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BLACKCURRANT:

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Anti-inflammatory; Antithrombotic
Oil interacts synergistically w/ ANTICOAGULANT
(“BLACK CURRANT
BLOOD CLOTS”)

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BLACK COHOSH**

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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

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BLACK COHOSH**

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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

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CHASTE TREE**

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INHIBITS FSH & Prolactin secretion & lactation
***Contraindicated in pregnancy

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CHASTE TREE**

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INHIBITS FSH & Prolactin secretion & lactation
***Contraindicated in pregnancy

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EVENING PRIMROSE**

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Gamma Linoleic Acid (GLA)

RELIEVES PMS
Menopausal flushing/hot flashes

Fibrocystic breast disease

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EVENING PRIMROSE**

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Gamma Linoleic Acid (GLA)

RELIEVES PMS
Menopausal flushing/hot flashes

Fibrocystic breast disease

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BAYBERRY:

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Boiled leaves used to treat Fever, Intestinal Parasites, uterine hemorrhage, jaundice, dysentery, canker sores


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BAYBERRY:

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Boiled leaves used to treat Fever, Intestinal Parasites, uterine hemorrhage, jaundice, dysentery, canker sores


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BLACK WALNUT:

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Husk used to treat Intestinal Parasites, Ulcers, Syphilis, Fungal infection, BEDBUGS

Mild Laxative

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BUCHU

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Treats genital/UTI
Indigestion
Edema
Diabetes

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BORAGE:

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SOOTHES Intestinal Cramps

(“Borage SOOTHES”)

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BURDOCK
Stimulates Menstruation

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CELERY
CELERY SEEDS = Diuretic, (SEDATIVE) Flatulence suppressant
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CHAMOMILE:
Mild sedative Helpful for Gastric Inflammation *avoid with ragweed allergy*
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CLOVES: (“CLOVE loves reduce pain”)
TOOTHACHES Promotes salivation, gastric secretion, vomiting Relieves arthritis, Lumbago (lower back pain), Muscle cramps Neuralgia (pain along nerve)
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CLOVES: (“CLOVE loves reduce pain”)
TOOTHACHES Promotes salivation, gastric secretion, vomiting Relieves arthritis, Lumbago (lower back pain), Muscle cramps Neuralgia (pain along nerve)
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CHICORY:
Dried leaves + roots used to increase appetite; relieve dyspepsia Used as food flavoring
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ALFALFA:
leaves + cider vinegar = tonic beverage

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ARABINOGALACTANS:
Plants rich in Arabinogalactans (Leek seeds, Carrots, radish, pear, maize, wheat, grapes, tomato, ragweed, sorghum, bamboo, coconut Cucuma) Combination of Galactose sugar + long side-chain B-galactose/B-arabinose residue. Inhibit Tumorigenesis/Metastasis.
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BEE POLLEN:
Confers protection against radiation Injury **Allergic = Pruritus, Rhinitis, Conjunctivitis, Bronchospasm, Anaphylaxis **NOT allergic/sensitive = Hypereosinophilia (rare bl disorder), memory loss, headache, nausea, diarrhea
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BERGAMOT: *carminative*
Aids Digestion Lowers fever, Induces perspiration (colds, fevers, headaches, gastric disorder (flatulence) Nausea, vomiting
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BERGAMOT: *carminative*
Aids Digestion Lowers fever, Induces perspiration (colds, fevers, headaches, gastric disorder (flatulence) Nausea, vomiting
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BLACKBERRY: *expectorant*
Tea used in treatment of Nasal Catarrh (excess mucus); Berries used to treat Dysentery (diarrhea; Bloody stool)

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BLESSED THISTLE:
Used to treat CANCER, respiratory infections, INDUCE sweating/urinary/vomiting and reduces fever.

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BLESSED THISTLE:
Used to treat CANCER, respiratory infections, INDUCE sweating/urinary/vomiting and reduces fever.

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BURDOCK:
Fluids from root treats coughs, asthma, stomachache stimulates menstruation (“BURDOCK ROCKS my cough + menstruation”)
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BURDOCK:
Fluids from root treats coughs, asthma, stomachache stimulates menstruation (“BURDOCK ROCKS my cough + menstruation”)
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CAPSICUM:
Useful for Psoriasis, Diabetic Neuropathy
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CHICKWEED:
Hemorrhoids Mouth Sores, Ulcers
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CHIVES:
ANTHELMINTIC properties (expel parasitic worms) (“CHIVES KNIVES PARASITIC WORMS”)
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CARRAGEENANS:
Polysulfated straight-chain Galactans from RED SEAWEED Resists Human Digestion Hypocholesterolemic
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CARRAGEENANS:
Polysulfated straight-chain Galactans from RED SEAWEED Resists Human Digestion Hypocholesterolemic
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COLTSFOOT: *expectorant*
Powder contains Mucin that reduces inflammation of throat Useful for respiratory conditions (Bronchitis, Asthma)
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CALAMUS: *expectorant* *carminative*
Roots chewed to clear Phlegm, ease stomach gas, cramps

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CATNIP:
Plant used to treat colds, nervous disorders, respiratory & stomach ailments, swelling, infant colic, hives

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CLEAVER’S HERB:
Increase urine formation, stimulate appetite Reduce fever
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CLEAVER’S HERB:
Increase urine formation, stimulate appetite Reduce fever
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COMFREY
Suppresses Leukocyte infiltration during inflammation Used to treat Pneumonia, Coughs, Diarrhea, osteoporosis, Colds, Sores, Ulcers, Arthritis, Gallstones, Headache, Hemorrhoids, Gout, Burns
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COMFREY
Suppresses Leukocyte infiltration during inflammation Used to treat Pneumonia, Coughs, Diarrhea, osteoporosis, Colds, Sores, Ulcers, Arthritis, Gallstones, Headache, Hemorrhoids, Gout, Burns
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DANDELION: *similar allergies to chrysthanthemum, ragweed, arnica*
Roots used as diuretic, laxative, Stimulates Bile acid secretion and appetite stimulant Tea used for CVD Paste of leaves used to accelerate healing of bruises
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EYEBRIGHT:
Plant used to treat EYE INFECTIONS, whooping cough, asthma, epilepsy, Pneumonia, Hysteria, Convulsions (“Bright eyes and less respiratory issues with eyebright”)
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HYSSOP:
Fluids from leaves are antimicrobial, antiviral, mildly spasmolytic and used to treat coughs, TB, asthma, cuts and bruises
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CINNAMON:
Antibacterial, Anti-fungal. Cinnamaldehyde (blood sugar regulation) Used for common colds Cinnzeylanin/Cinnceylanon Diterpenes with Insecticide properties

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Pharmacokinetics
Fate of drug (absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion)
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Pharmacodynamics
Effects of a drug and its mechanism of action; *Relationship between a nutrient's concentration + biological EFFECTS of the nutrient *dynamics is “more organic”....the Drug’s effect flows with the biochemistry of the body*
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1st Pass Metabolism:
Passage through GI mucosa, Portal vein then liver; Results in conversion of a nutrient into a compound w/ different biological activity.
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1st Pass Metabolism:
Passage through GI mucosa, Portal vein then liver; Results in conversion of a nutrient into a compound w/ different biological activity.
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Biotransformation
Detoxification rxn (Phase 1, Phase 2)
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Bioavailability
The extent to which an ingested nutrient reaches its site of physiologic action; Affected by Inherent in the nutrient and by interactions w/ other nutrients, drugs, physiologic factors.
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Distribution
Dissemination via circulation to interstitial & intracellular fluids; Changes in regards to alterations in bioavailability

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