Sage Terms

Question 1

Analgesic

Answer 1

Relieve and/or numbs pain

Question 2

Anaphrodisiac

Answer 2

Reduces or suppresses sexual appetite

Question 3

Anaesthetic

Answer 3

Pain relieving by the loss of sensation, numbing.

Question 4

Anti-anemic

Answer 4

Prevents or corrects anemia (iron deficiency)

Question 5

Antihistamine

Answer 5

Counteracts allergic reaction

Question 6

Anti-inflammatory

Answer 6

Reduces inflammation

Basil, German Chamomile, Helichrysum, Fennel, Geranium, Lavender, Litsea Cubeba, Niaouli, Patchouli, Peppermint, Ravensara, Rosemary, Rose, Spearmint, Spruce, Tea Tree

Question 7

Antimicrobial

Answer 7

Reduces, inhibits, or destroys the growth of microbes/microorganisms

Question 8

Antioxidant

Answer 8

a substance that reduces damage due to oxygen, such as that caused by free radicals

Question 9

Antiseptic

Answer 9

Prevents infection

Question 10

Antispasmodic

Answer 10

Decreases shaking and spasms

An agent tthat prevents and eases spasms and relieves cramps: Basil, Black Pepper, German Chamomile, Cinnamon, Clary Sage, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Helichrysum, Fennel, Geranium, Jasmine, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Marjoram,Orange, Peppermint, Rose, Spearmint, Spruce, Thyme

Question 11

Anti Viral

Answer 11

Destroys Viruses or inhibits their growth and reproduction

Question 12

Astringent

Answer 12

Causes contraction of organic tissue; drying

An agent that contracts, tightens and binds tissues: Cedarwood, Cypress, Eucalyptus radiata, Frankincense, Geranium, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Litsea Cubeba, Patchouli, Peppermint, Rosemary,

Question 13

Aphrodisiac

Answer 13

Increases sexual desire and sexual functioning

Question 14

Carcinogenic

Answer 14

toxins with the potential to cause cancer

Question 15

Cicatrisant

Answer 15

Agent promoting healing by scar tissue formation

Question 16

Cold Pressed

Answer 16

A method of extraction for oils, also referred to as cold expression. The best carrier oils are cold pressed because of the absence of excessive heat in the extraction process. Traditionally, seeds, nuts and fruits were hand pressed under very low temperatures to extract oils. Modern cold pressed oil is produced through a combination of grinding and low heat.

Question 17

Detoxifying

Answer 17

Removes and combats impurities and toxins in the blood and body

Question 18

Diuretic

Answer 18

Increases removal of fluid from the body and increases the need to urinate more often. The body tries to eliminate any unnecessary waste through diuretic essential oils to improve health.

Question 19

Distillation

Answer 19

A method by which the essences of the plan are extracted and used to produce essential oils, flower waters, or some other by-products. Methods of distillation include mainly steam distillation but some essential oils, such as those from the citrus family, are obtained by the cold press method.

Question 20

Emmenagogue

Answer 20

Stimulates release from the uterus, helpful in stimulating menstruation

Question 21

Emollient

Answer 21

Smoothes and softens the skin

Question 22

Expectorant

Answer 22

stimulates coughing, helps clear mucus from the respiratory system

Question 23

Febrifuge

Answer 23

Combats Fever

Question 24

Free Radical

Answer 24

Molecules that are very unstable and seek to bond to other molecules to increase their stability. They are produced through a number of normal internal functions of the body as well as when the body is subjected to certain toxic environmental exposures. When free radicals bond to molecules within the body’s tissues they can cause damage to cells or to DNA contained within the cells.

Question 25

Fungicidal

Answer 25

Kills of inhibit fungi

An agent that resists or destroys fungi: Basil , German Chamomile, Clary Sage, Helichrysum, Fennel, Geranium, Litsea Cubeba, Marjoram, Patchouli, Peppermint, Ravensara, Rosemary, Spearmint, Spruce, Tea Tree

Question 26

Hemostatic

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Helps to stop bleeding

Question 27

Hypnotic

Answer 27

Induces sleep, sedates

Question 28

Laxative

Answer 28

relieves constipation

Question 29

Nervine

Answer 29

Substance that strengthens and tones the nerves and nervous system

Question 30

Parasiticide

Answer 30

Destroys Parasites

Question 31

Prophylactic

Answer 31

Defends against disease and infection

Question 32

Rubefacient

Answer 32

calms redness

Question 33

Sebum

Answer 33

An oil substance secreted by the sebaceous glands that help prevent hair and skin from drying out.

Question 34

Sedative

Answer 34

Calming, moderating, or tranquilizing

An agent that reduces nervousness, distress, or agitation: Bergamot, Cedarwood, German Chamomile, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Jasmine, Lavender, Mandarin, Marjoram, Orange, Patchouli, Rose, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang

Question 35

Sudorific

Answer 35

Induces perspiration

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Tonic

Answer 36

Restores and strengthens the whole body or its parts

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Synergy

Answer 37

Agents working together and in harmony to produce an effect greater than the sum of the individual parts

Question 38

Vasoconstrictor

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Causes the contraction of blood vessels

Question 39

Vermifuge

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Expels intestinal worms

Question 40

Viscosity

Answer 40

Referring to the thickness of the essential oil. An essential oil with high viscosity is a thicker essential oil

Question 41

Volatile

Answer 41

Changing easily to vapour, as in the case of essential oils.