Term
|
Definition
Treats sleeplessness, anxiety, and stomach or intestinal ailments.
-Studies show benefit with some skin conditions and oral ulcers after chemo or radiation.
Side effects can be allergic reactions |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Treats bronchitis, GI problems, anorexia, and diabetes. May also decrease blood clotting.
Side effects include allergic reactions.
-Take no more than 6g for 6 weeks daily |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Used for colds, flu, and infections. Can also be used for acne.
Has little side effects but can have GI effects and allergic reactions. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Treats post-operative, pregnancy related, and chemotherapy-related nausea as well as motion sickness and diarrhea.
Side effects include gas, arthritis, bloating, heart burn, and nausea. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Treats asthma, bronchitis, fatigue and tinnitus. Can improve memory and prevent Alzheimers and dementia. Can also treat sexual dysfunction.
Lots of side effects including: headache, nausea, GI upset, dizziness, allergic reactions, possible death, and tumors.
-Can have excessive bleeding if taken with blood thinners |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Treats cirrhosis, chronic hepatitis, gallbladder disorders, cholesterol, insulin resistance in Type 2, promote liver cells, fight oxidation, and inhibit inflammation.
Side effects include upset stomach and hypoglycemia in diabetes |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Treats mental disorders and nerve pain, malaria, sleep disorders and wounds.
-Interacts with antidepressants
Side effects include sensitivity to sunlight, anxiety, dry mouth, dizziness, GI problems, fatigue, headache, and sexual dysfunction |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Treats insomnia, anxiety, headaches, depression, irregular heartbeat and tremors.
-Safe for 4-6 weeks only
Side effects include fatigue, headaches, dizziness and upset stomach |
|
|
