the World of Herbs - Herb Ring |
Medical Terms used in Herb Ring |
alterative
gradually restoring healthy bodily functions
anaesthetic
numbs skin on contact
antacid
prevents or neutralises stomach acids
anti-rheumatic
effective at preventing or relieving rheumatism, a disease characterised by pain and stiffness in the back, legs, or arms
antiseptic
destroys bacteria that causes infection
astringent
draws tissues together and dries up secretions of the body
Apple, Blackberry, Cinnamon, Coltsfoot, Common Plantain, Daisy, Ginkgo Biloba, Hyssop, Meadowsweet, Raspberry, Rose, Sage, Stinging Nettle, White Willow, Yarrow, Yellow Dock
diuretic
increases the flow of urine, aiding the body to expel excess water
Apple, Blackberry, Borage, Chickory, Common Plantain, Dandelion, Elder, Fumitory, Gotu Kola, Juniper, Mustard (white), Parsley, Rose, Stinging Nettle, Wild Thyme, Yarrow
expectorant
promotes the expulsion of phlegm from the chest, relieving bronchial complaints
Coltsfoot, Common Plantain, Daisy, Eucalyptus, Horehound, Hyssop, Mustard (white), Sweet Violet, Wild Thyme
inflammation
redness, swelling, pain, tenderness, heat and disturbed function of an area of the body, usually as a result from injury
Chamomile, Chickory, Coltsfoot, Dandelion, Fumitory, Gotu Kola, Horehound, Hyssop, Juniper, Parsley, Sage, White Willow, Yarrow
lactation
milk flow in nursing mothers
laxative
relieves constipation
mucilaginous
promotes the secretion of mucilage in the body
saline
salty or salt-like
sedative
soothing, reduces restlessness, may induce sleep
tonic
strengthens and restores the whole body
ulcers
a sore on the skin or mucous membrane, accompanied by the formation of pus
uterus
part of the female reproductive system, also known as the womb
