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Herbal Jeopardy

11/23/2012

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How well do you know herbal medicine?

We had so much fun playing herbal jeopardy at the 5 year Anniversary of Sage Wellness! 

And if you couldn't make it...test yourself from home...answers are posted at the end. 
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Herb #1
  • Supports digestive problems such as indigestion, bloating and IBS. 
  • Relieves tension and stress and improves sleep
  • Reduces seasonal allergies
        WHAT IS.....????



Herb #2
  • Strengthens the immune system
  • Tonic for energy and endurance
  • Has been used for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Root is great to put in soups
                 WHAT IS.....????


Herb #3
  • Improves memory
  • Is a commonly grown tree that has a uniquely shaped leaf
  • Improves memory and is used in treatment of dementia
               WHAT IS.....????

Herb #4
  • A common essential oil that is used to relieve muscle tension, support sleep and relax the nervous system
  • Also helps with irritability, depression and headaches
             WHAT IS.....????

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Herb #5
  • A mild sedative that helps to relieve tension, anxiety and irritability
  • Helps promote sleep (non-addicting)
  • Has the word flower in the name
       WHAT IS.....????

Herb #6
  • Great healing herb for mild cuts, wounds and burns
  • Heals skin conditions topically (acne, rashes, diaper rash and cradle cap)
  • Has a very pretty bright orange flower that is found in many gardens
           WHAT IS.....????


Herb #7
  • "Balm that is soverign for the brain, strengthening the memory and powerfuly chasing away melancholy" John Evelyn (1620-1706)
  • A relaxing tonic that reduces anxiety, mild depression, restlessness and irritability
  • Reduces cold sores
  WHAT IS.....????


Herb #8
  • Supports stress and burnout by supporting adrenal glands that produce cortisol
  • Has sweet flavour that is used as a common candy
  WHAT IS.....????


Herb #9
  • Is a common nutritious breakfast cereal
  • Tonic for over-stressed nervous system
  • Mild depression, anxiety & insomnia
    WHAT IS.....????

Herb #10
  • Antimicrobial properties helpful for colds & flu
  • Lowers cholesterol & blood pressure levels       
       WHAT IS.....????

Herbal Jeopardy - The Answers

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Herb #1 What is Chamomile
Herb #2 What is Astragalus
Herb #3 What is Ginkgo biloba
Herb #4 What is Lavender
Herb #5 What is Passion Flower
Herb #6 What is Calendula
Herb #7 What is Lemon Balm
Herb #8 What is Licorice Root
Herb #9 What is Oat Straw
Herb #10 What is Garlic


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