Type of herbs Flashcards
Adaptogens
strengthen HPO axis and increase resilience to negative effects of stress ** ADRENALS **
Alterative
support specific elimination pathways of the body and support damp heat problems ** congested liver, encourage urination, congested lungs, skin, lymph and bowel **
Anodyne
dull the sense of pain ** muscular and nervous system pain **
Anti-inflammatory
lessen inflammatory response in the body
Antimicrobial
negatively effect pathogens in the body ** viral infections, bacteria and fungal infections **
Antispasmodic
relieve muscle tension and cramping ** menstrual cramping, ureter cramping, leg cramps, tense muscle shoulders **
Anti-thelmintic
combat parasitical worms in the body
Astringent
tighten and tone tissues ** sore throat, vaginal infection, ulcers in the GI, UTI, varicose veins, diarrhea **
Bitters
promote good digestion ** increased salivation, increased HCL in stomach, release of bile and pancreatic enzymes **
Cardio Tonic
support cardiac function
Carminative
stagnant digestion ** bloating and gas **
Cholagogue
increase production of bile and stimulate peristalsis thus s/w laxative
Circulatory stimulant
stagnant circulation
Demulcent
soothe hot and irritated issues ** sore throat, digestive ulcers, dry and unproductive coughs, irritated intestines, irritated urinary tract
Disphoretic
used in fevers - relaxing and stimulating
Diffusive
break up stagnant energy and move it through the body
Diuretic
increase urine output and resolve damp conditions in the body ** lower BP, edema **
Emmenagogue
promote menstruation (avoid if pregnant)
Expectorant
expel congested mucus - relaxing [yellow] and stimulating [clear or white]
Hypotensive
lower blood pressure
Immunomodulating
build and strengthen the immune system ** frequent colds and flu, seasonal allergies, enviro allergies, food intolerances, cancer and AI problems **
Immunostimulant
boost the immune system by increasing phagocytosis or disrupting viral replication
Laxative
increase bowel movements (some by increased peristalsis, others providing lubrication)
Lymphatic
move congested lymph
Nervine
nervous system - relaxing [calming to promoting sleep] and stimulating [direct stimulation to promoting circulation]
Trophorestorative
bring balance to a particular organ or system in a person
Vulnerary
heal wounds ** external [skin] and internal [hemorrhoids, ulcers]
