Nutrition for Clinicians

Question 1

What are the treatments and side effects of Echinacea?

Answer 1

• treats cold, flu and infection

- side effects include dizziness and nausea

Question 2

Treatments and side effects of ephedra sinica (ma huang)?

Answer 2

• decongestant

- increases BP and HR. can be taken as a recreational drug and result in death

Question 3

Treatments and side effects of Garlic (allium sativum)?

Answer 3

• lowers cholesterol, BP, and has antibiotic effects

- in high doses has an anticoagulant effect

Question 4

Treatments and effects of Gingko biloba?

Answer 4

• peripheral vascular disease, circulatory problems

- GI disturbances

Question 5

Treatments and effects of ginseng?

Answer 5

• boosts the immune system

- no known side effects

Question 6

Treatments and side effects of goldenseal (hydrastis cenadensis)?

Answer 6

• topical application fo canker sores and skin problems

- if taken systemically, may cover up use of narcotics

Question 7

Treatment and side effects of St. John’s Wort (hypericum perforatum)?

Answer 7

• antidepressant, anxiety, sleeping problems

- makes you photosensitive

Question 8

Treatment and side effects of Saw Palmetto (serenoa repens)?

Answer 8

• treats BPH, inhibits uptake of testosterone