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Alterative
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Gradually restores normal health.
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Analgesic
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A herb or substance that provides relief from pain.
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Anthelmintic
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Destroys or dispels parasites from the digestive system. (synonym: antiparasitic)
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Anti-Inflammatory
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Helps the body control inflammation.
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Antibacterial
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Destroys bacteria or suppresses their growth or their ability to reproduce. (synonym: antimicrobial)
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Anticatarrhal
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Herbs that help the body to remove excess mucous from the body.
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Antioxidant
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Antioxidants are compounds that inhibit oxidation.
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Antiscorbutic
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A medicine that prevents or cures scurvy.
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Antiseptic
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Slow or inhibit the growth of infectious microorganisms
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Antispasmotic
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Suppresses muscle spasms.
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Aphrodisiac
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An herb or substance that increases sexual desire.
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Astringent
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Shrinks or constricts body tissues.
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Bitter tonic
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Stimulates the appetite and improves digestion.
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Cardiac tonic
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Herbs or remedies that have an overall beneficial action on the heart and circulatory system.
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Carminative
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Relieves flatulence.
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Demulcent
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Relieves irritation of the mucous membranes in the mouth.
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Diaphoretic
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An agent that promotes or induces perspiration or sweating.
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Diuretic
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Promotes the production of urine.
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Emetic
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A medicine that induces nausea and vomiting (especially in cases of drug overdose or poisoning).
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Emmenagogue
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Stimulates blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus; some stimulate menstruation.
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Emollient
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Keeps the skin moist and flexible, helping to prevent cracks.
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Expectorant
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Increases the bronchial secretion and help clear mucus from the lungs.
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Febrifuge
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Reduces fever. (synonym: antipyretic)
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Laxative
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Loosens stools and increases bowel movements. (synonym: purgative)
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Nervine
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A nervine is a plant remedy that has a beneficial effect upon the nervous system.
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Sedative
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Induces sedation by reducing irritability or excitement.
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Stimulant
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Raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.
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Tonic
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Invigorates or strengthens.
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Vulnerary
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Promotes the healing of wounds.
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