Benefit Definitions
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Adaptogen
Helps the body adapt to stress + promote homeostasis
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Analgesic
Relieves pain
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Antacid
Neutralizes acidity in the stomach
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Anthelminthic
Expels + destroys parasites
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Anti-arrhythmic
Controls + alleviates irregular heartbeat
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Antibacterial
Destroys or inhibits growth of bacteria
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Antidepressant
Counteract or relieves depression
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Anti-emetic
Effective against nausea + vomiting
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Anti-inflammatory
Reduces inflammation
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Anti-influenza
Inhibits influenza
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Antimicrobial
Destroys or inhibits microorganisms
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Antiseptic
Destroys or inhibits microorganisms that cause infection
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Antispasmodic
Relieves muscle spasm
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Antiviral
Destroys or inhibits growth of viruses
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Aromatic
Plant with high levels of essential oils
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Astringent
Tightens + shrinks mucus membranes + body tissue, reducing secretions from abrasions
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Cholagogue
Promotes the flow of bile
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Circulatory Stimulant
Increases blood flow
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Counterirritant
Promotes local irritation or inflammation in one part of the body, to reduce + counteract deep inflammation in adjacent tissue
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Decongestant
Reduces congestion
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Diaphoretic
Induces sweating
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Diuretic
Stimulates urine flow
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Emmenagogue
Stimulates menstrual flow
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Emollient
Soothes + softens skin
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Expectorant
Induces coughing + helps clear phlegm
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Hypotensive
Lowers blood pressure
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Nervine
Relaxes nervous system
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Nutritive
Having nourishing + nutritious quality
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Phytoestrogen
Plant-based estrogen
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Progesterogenic
Promotes the production of progesterone (sex hormone)
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Uterine tonic
Tones + strengthens the uterus
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Relaxant
Helps relax the muscles
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Sedative
Reduces activity and nervous excitement
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Soporific
Induces sleep