Module 8 Flashcards
This herb is common at the seashore, high desert, field and cities, and is also called milfoil.
Yarrow, Achilles millefolium
The condition which is caused by a variety of viruses is?
Common cold
True or false diaphoretic’s can be helpful when combined with Cathartic herbs
False, Diaphoretic’s should never be combined with Cathartic herbs as this may result in excessive fluid loss and dehydration
Diaphoretic skin be combined with_______, such as Cayanne, ginger, or mustard to increase diaphoretic action.
Stimulants
Complete the following sentence. Diaphoretic herbs induce or promote_____?
Perspiration
Which herb has a number of cultivated varieties including lemon, orange, silver, Carraway and Pennyroyal?
Thyme
The addition of a relaxing ______ such as lemon balm, peppermint or Valerian, will help to relax tissue open the pores and assist the expelling action.
Nervier
______ Is a popular culinary herb with a mild but effective diaphoretic action that makes it suitable for infants, young children, and very sick we clients.
Spearmint
Diaphoretic skin be helpful when?
The pores are closed, the blood is overloaded with toxins and, there is a fever
True or false of the day for diaphouretics we studied, only yarrow is also a cholagogue
True yarrow stimulates the production of bile
Which diaphoretic is also a styptic making it helpful for hemorrhoids?
Yarrow
Which diaphoretic is also a powerful anti-septic
Thyme
______‘s antiseptic and disinfected actions are particularly valuable as it does not irritate the mucous membrane as carbolic acid does
Thyme
If any of the diaphoretic herbs we study are not available which of the following herbs have a diaphoretic action?
Peppermint catnip echinacea
True or false diaphoretic skin be combined with most herbs
True
