Mod 3 Flashcards
Population research has found that people who consume more than 43.4
grams of olive oil daily have a slightly decreased risk of developing colorectal
cancer compared to those who consume only 23.4 grams/day
True
This herb is in the Rose family.
Hawthorn
Some German clinicians prefer this herb to Digoxin for mild heart failure.
Crataegus spp.
The glycoside oleuropein is the important constituent found in which
hypotensive herb?
Olive
Traditionally the leaf of this herb is thought to cause stomach upset so it is
best taken before a meal.
Olive tree
Cardiac glycosides enable the heart to pump more efficiently, but to also
accumulate to toxic levels in the body.
True
German physicians ofter prefer which hypotensive herb instead of using the
drug digoxin?
Hawthorn
This cardiac support herb is also used to reduce side effects of
chemotherapy and radiation therapy and to reduce tumors.
Mistletoe
The antihypertensive action of this herb is not specified in the German
Commission E monographs, but does have a history of clinical use.
Viscum album
Which herb contains flavonoids, procyanidins, and a cardiac glycoside which
makes it supportive for the cardiovascular system?
Hawthorne
In the leaf and flower of this herb, the most important constituents are
considered to be flavonoids and oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs).
Hawthorn
Which hypotensive herb is an important part of the Mediterranean diet and
thought to be contribute to heart health?
Olea europaea
One common name for this herb is Maybush.
Crataegus spp.
More than three berries or two leaves of this herb can cause seizures, slow
heart rate, low blood pressure, and death in some patients.
Mistletoe
The glycoside oleuropein is thought to be responsible for this herb’s
antihypertensive action.
Olive tree
