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2. 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 for
medicinal purposes

3. 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.

4. •Plants had been used for
medicinal purposes long
before recorded history.
•Ancient Chinese and
Egyptian papyrus writings
describe medicinal uses for
plants.

5. •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,

6. •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.

7. • 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:

8. Herbal supplements are
classified as:
– Dietary supplements by the U.S.
Dietary Supplement Health and
Education Act (DSHEA) of 1994.

9. • 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.

10. • 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.

11. 1. the type of environment (climate, bugs, soil
quality) in which a plant grew.
2. how and when it was harvested
and processed.

12. • Asthma
• Eczema
• Premenstrual syndrome
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Migraine headache
• Menopausal symptoms
• Chronic fatigue
• Irritable bowel syndrome

13. • Nutrition: food & nutrients
e.g. Coriander, Garlic, Nettle & Oats
• Maintenance of Health:
e.g.Dandelion, Garlic
• Treatment of Disease: acute & chronic

14. • Aspirin
• Cocaine
• Quinidine
• Scopolamine
• Tubocurarine
•Codeine
•Ergotamine
•Morphine
•Digoxin
•Pilocarpine

15. • The herbs come in several
different forms:
– teas
– syrups
– oils
– liquid extracts
– tinctures
– and dry extracts
(pills or capsules).

16. • 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.

20. • 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.

21. – 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.

22. • 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!

23. • 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 ?)

24. Cayenne plantNettle

25. senna
Hoodia GordoniiSalad of seaweed
Ephedra

26. 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.

27. • 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

28. 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.

31. • Lower cholesterol and triglycerides
• Kill Worms, roundworm
• Hypertension, blood circulation
• Cancer prevention
• Diabetes
• Bronchitis, asthma, allergies

32. • Skin rash in sensitive
people.
• Over consumption cause
heartburn and gases.

33. • Colds, coughs & vomiting
• Reduce Angina episodes >> lowering
cholesterol
• Relieve Arthritis
• Nausea, motion sickness , Morning sickness
• Menstrual cramps

34. • 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.

35. • Expectorant.
• Coughs and Bronchitis
• Parasite Repellant

36. • 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.

37. • Reduce Cancer incidence
• Metabolism booster
• Lowering Cholesterol
• Relieve inflammation and
itching of insect bites
• Reduce Pink eye inflammation
, Conjunctivitis

38. • Overuse of caffeine can
affect sleep >> Insomia

39. • Reduce Anxiety & Stress
• Healing of Skin abrasions ,Burns
& scalds
• Anti-inflammatory and antiseptic
Flea bites, rashes
• Relive Fibromyalgia

40. • Lowering blood pressure & relaxes
cardiac spasms such as tachycardia
• Relive Arthritis & improve circulation
• Relaxation of nick & head muscle >>
Nervous headache
• Effective for Leucorrhoea

42. • Reduce Fever, bronchitis
• Fighting Toothache/ tooth
infections
• Cough, flu & sore throat
• Insect repellent

43. • 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.

44. • Relive Rheumatoid Arthritis,
High Blood Pressure
• Anti-inflammatory, analgesic,
antipyretic, antimicrobial and
antineoplastic activity.
• Preventing Hair loss - Healthy
Hair >> Aminoacids

45. • Undiluted oil can cause skin
irritation.
• Not to be used in pregnant
women.

46. • 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

47. • Allergy for sensitive people
• Avoid chamomile teas when
taking blood thinners >>
contain natural blood thinner
(coumarins)