herbal medicine
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Herbal medicine : also called botanical medicine or phytomedicine .Herbalism is a traditional medicinal or folk medicine practice based on the use of :
•a plant's seeds,• berries, roots, • bark, or flowers •and plant extracts formedicinal purposes
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Advances in clinical research show the value of herbal medicine in the treating and preventing disease.
Researchers found that :people in different parts of the world tended to use the same or similar plants for the same purposes.
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•Plants had been used for medicinal purposes long before recorded history.
•Ancient Chinese and Egyptian papyrus writings describe medicinal uses for plants.
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•In the early 19th century:scientists began to extract and modify the
active ingredients from plants.
•In the last 20 years in the United States:there is an increase in herbal medicine use, due to :public dissatisfaction with the cost of prescription medications,interest in returning to natural or organic remedies,
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•Recently, WHO estimated that 80% of people worldwide rely on herbal medicines for some part of their primary health care.
•In Germany, about 600 - 700 plant-based medicines are available and are prescribed by some 70% of German physicians.
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• 72.8% of respondents have used at least one type of CAM in the last year.
• CAM users were mainly middle-aged, low-income, educated women.
• Herbal therapy, prayers, and honey were the most utilized types of CAM.
• CAM utilized because they believed that it is all natural and safe.
Complementary And Alternative Medicine (CAM) in Palestine:
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Herbal supplements are classified as:
– Dietary supplements by the U.S. Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) of 1994.
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• In many cases, scientists aren' t sure
– what specific ingredient in a particular herb works to treat a condition or illness?
• Whole herbs contain many ingredients, and they may work together to produce a beneficial effect.
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• Some herbal preparations are standardized, meaning that the preparation is guaranteed to contain a specific amount of the active ingredients of the herb.
• However, it is still important to ask companies making standardized herbal products about their product's guarantee.
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1. the type of environment (climate, bugs, soil quality) in which a plant grew.
2. how and when it was harvested and processed.
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• Asthma• Eczema• Premenstrual syndrome• Rheumatoid arthritis• Migraine headache• Menopausal symptoms• Chronic fatigue• Irritable bowel syndrome
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• Nutrition: food & nutrients e.g. Coriander, Garlic, Nettle & Oats
• Maintenance of Health:e.g.Dandelion, Garlic
• Treatment of Disease: acute & chronic
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• Aspirin • Cocaine • Quinidine• Scopolamine• Tubocurarine
•Codeine •Ergotamine •Morphine•Digoxin•Pilocarpine
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• The herbs come in several
different forms:
– teas
– syrups
– oils
– liquid extracts
– tinctures
– and dry extracts (pills or capsules).
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• Many consumers believe that herbal medicines are natural and therefore safe.
– This is a dangerous simplification.
• Because :• They are unregulated>>mislabeled.
• May contain additives and contaminants.
• May cause allergic reactions .
• Interact with conventional drugs.
• Toxic if used improperly or at high doses.
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• Certain herbs "trick" the brain into thinking the stomach is full.
• But others are thermogenic (speed up the body's metabolism)>>burning more unwanted fats.
• Thermogenic herbs contain stimulants that– Work to speed up the body's heart rate,
respiration and digestion – The most common thermogenic herbs is
caffeine.
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– Herbal Laxatives : Usually sold as a diet tea, cascara, senna,
• cause cramping, diarrhea, and if overused,
• could cause bowels to no longer function without laxative stimulation.
– Ephedra : in high doses can raise blood pressure, increase heart rate, and over stimulate the CNS.
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• More than 800 reports of side effects linked with the use of ephedra.
• Including heart palpitations, seizures, stroke, chest pain, and heart attack.
• This herb has caused at least
two deaths!
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• Cayenne >>stimulate digestion and increase metabolism and fat burning.
• Green tea>> contains caffeine and antioxidants that appear to stimulate metabolism.
• Seaweed, or kelp>> is a natural thyroid stimulant, which may boost metabolism.
• Nettle >> a thermogenic herb.
• Ginseng >> boost energy and metabolism.
• Hoodia >>interrupting or stopping the hunger mechanism in the brain. (contraindicated in Diabetics ?)
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Cayenne plantNettle
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senna
Hoodia GordoniiSalad of seaweed
Ephedra
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A study aimed to describe (SEs) associated with herbal products used for weight control in Italy, found that:
• 64% of the suspected SEs were associated with herbal products used for weight control.
• Women were involved in 85% of the reports.
• The reactions affected mainly the cardiovascular system, the skin, the digestive system, the CNS , and the liver.
• A large proportion of SEs were serious.
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• Consult your doctor first
• Do not take a bigger dose than the label recommends
• Take it under the guidance of a trained medical professional
• Be especially cautious if you are pregnant or nursing
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Ten Red Flags for Consumers
• Recommendations that promise a quick fix. • Dire warnings of danger from a single product or
regimen. • Claims that sound too good to be true.• Simplistic conclusions drawn from a complex study. • Recommendations based on a single study. • Dramatic statements that are refuted by reputable
scientific organizations. • Lists of "good" and "bad" foods. • Recommendations made to help sell a product. • Recommendations based on studies published
without peer review. • Recommendations from studies that ignore
differences among individuals or groups.
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• Lower cholesterol and triglycerides
• Kill Worms, roundworm
• Hypertension, blood circulation
• Cancer prevention
• Diabetes
• Bronchitis, asthma, allergies
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• Skin rash in sensitive people.
• Over consumption cause heartburn and gases.
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• Colds, coughs & vomiting
• Reduce Angina episodes >> lowering cholesterol
• Relieve Arthritis
• Nausea, motion sickness , Morning sickness
• Menstrual cramps
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• If U taking Blood thinners, have a bleeding disorder, or have gallbladder disease don't take medicinal doses of ginger.
• During pregnancy >> stimulate uterine contractions.
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• Expectorant.
• Coughs and Bronchitis
• Parasite Repellant
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• Narcotic in large doses.
• Anise seeds contain anethole, a plant hormone similar to human estrogen, avoid when pregnant and use with caution in very young babies.
• The essential oil is for topical use only.
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• Reduce Cancer incidence
• Metabolism booster
• Lowering Cholesterol
• Relieve inflammation and itching of insect bites
• Reduce Pink eye inflammation , Conjunctivitis
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• Overuse of caffeine can affect sleep >> Insomia
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• Reduce Anxiety & Stress
• Healing of Skin abrasions ,Burns & scalds
• Anti-inflammatory and antiseptic Flea bites, rashes
• Relive Fibromyalgia
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• Lowering blood pressure & relaxes cardiac spasms such as tachycardia
• Relive Arthritis & improve circulation
• Relaxation of nick & head muscle >> Nervous headache
• Effective for Leucorrhoea
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• Reduce Fever, bronchitis
• Fighting Toothache/ tooth infections
• Cough, flu & sore throat
• Insect repellent
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• Excessive amounts can effect menstrual cycles.
• Thymol is toxic and should be used with great care and in moderation.
• The essential oil should never be applied undiluted and is not suitable for use in small children.
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• Relive Rheumatoid Arthritis, High Blood Pressure
• Anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antipyretic, antimicrobial and antineoplastic activity.
• Preventing Hair loss - Healthy Hair >> Aminoacids
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• Undiluted oil can cause skin irritation.
• Not to be used in pregnant women.
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• Calms anxiety, eases stress and may have a positive effect on attention deficit disorder (ADD).
• Used for irritable bowel syndrome.
• Anti-inflammatory and antihistamine actions
• Effective for nausea and morning sickness when used with ginger
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• Allergy for sensitive people
• Avoid chamomile teas when taking blood thinners >> contain natural blood thinner (coumarins)
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