Lesson 8: Herbal approaches for fatigue and debility Flashcards
What are Tonic herbs?
In the fatigued and debilitated client, tonics assist in restoring vitality.
Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceous) is a tonic herb with which actions?
Tonic and immune enhancing
Oats (Avena sativa) is a tonic herb with which actions?
Tonic to the nervous system
Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) is a tonic herb with which actions?
Adrenal restorative
St John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) is a tonic herb with which actions?
Nervine tonic
Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) is a tonic herb with which actions?
Overall tonic, nutritive
Korean ginseng (Panax ginseng) is a tonic herb with which actions?
Tonic, adaptogenic
Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea) is a tonic herb with which actions?
Tonic and adaptogenic
Damiana (Turnera diffusa) is a tonic herb with which actions?
Enhances stamina, tonic for lowered libido (male and female)
Vervain (Verbena officinalis) is a tonic herb with which actions?
Tonic to the nervous system
Withania (Withania somnifera) is a tonic herb with which actions?
Tonic, adaptogen, mild sedative
What are Adaptogenic herbs?
Adaptogenic herbs increase the capacity of the body to deal with physical and emotional stress.
Name 4 herbs that have Adaptogenic actions?
- Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) 2. Korean ginseng (Panax ginseng) 3. rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea) 4. schisandra (Schisandra chinensis)
What are Adrenal restorative herbs?
On-going stress, including chronic health issues, can lead to adrenal depletion with subsequent exhaustion. Adrenal depletion occurs when there is on-going stimulation to the sympathetic nervous system causing prolonged release of cortisol.
Name 2 herbs that have Adrenal restorative actions?
- Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) 2. rehmannia (Rehmannia glutinosa)
What are Immune enhancing herbs?
How effectively our immune system is functioning determines how well we can resist and recover from disease. Debilitated states with lowered vitality can impact on healthy immune function.
Name 2 herbs with Immune enhancing actions?
- echinacea (Echinacea angustifolia/purpurea) 2. astragalus (Astragalus membranaceous)
What are Antiviral herbs?
Chronic viral infections are a common cause of debilitated conditions: in this instance, herbs with an anti-viral action may be an important consideration.
Name 2 herbs that have Antiviral actions?
- St John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) 2. thuja (Thuja occidentalis)
What are the actions of Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus)?
- Adaptogen 2. Immuno- modulator 3. Tonic 4. Mild stimulant
What are the actions of Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus)?
- Immune- enhancing 2. Tonic 3. Adaptogenic 4. Cardiotonic 5. Diuretic 6. Hypotensive 7. Antioxidant 8. Immune- regulating
What are the actions of Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea)?
- Adaptogenic 2. Tonic 3. Antioxidant 4. Antitumour
What are the actions of Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis)?
- Hepatoprotective 2. Antioxidant 3. Adaptogenic 4. Nervine tonic 5. Antitussive 6. Oxytocic 7. Mild antidepressant
Name a herbal action that is useful for ongoing stress, including chronic health issues?
Adrenal restorative
Name a herbal action that increases the capacity of the body to deal with physical and emotional stress?
Adaptogen
Name a herbal action that is used in debilitated states with lowered vitality?
Immune enhancing
Name a herbal action that assists in restoring vitality?
Tonic
Identify this herb and its parts used?
Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea)
Root
Identify this herb and its parts used?
Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus)
Root
Identify this herb and its parts used?
Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis)
Fruit
Which herb is hepatoprotective?
Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis)
Which herb should not be used with stimulants?
Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea)
Which herb is a tonic and a diuretic?
Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus)
Which herb can cause tachycardia when given in high doses?
Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus)
