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H ERBAL M edicine Done by: Halimeh Abu-Shammala Fatma F. Abu-Qados Walaa Mosa Jihad Hammad , MD , PhD To

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(وَهُوَ الَّذِي أَنْزَلَ مِنَ السَّمَاءِ مَاءً فَأَخْرَجْنَا بِهِ نَبَاتَ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ فَأَخْرَجْنَا مِنْهُ خَضِراً نُخْرِجُ مِنْهُ حَبّاً مُتَرَاكِباً وَمِنَ النَّخْلِ مِنْ طَلْعِهَا قِنْوَانٌ دَانِيَةٌ وَجَنَّاتٍ مِنْ أَعْنَابٍ وَالزَّيْتُونَ وَالرُّمَّانَ مُشْتَبِهاً وَغَيْرَ مُتَشَابِهٍ انْظُرُوا إِلَى ثَمَرِهِ إِذَا أَثْمَرَ وَيَنْعِهِ إِنَّ فِي ذَلِكُمْ لَآياتٍ لِقَوْمٍ يُؤْمِنُونَ) ( الأنعام 99 )

What is herbal medicine? :

What is herbal medicine? 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.

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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.

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

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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, History

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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. History

In Palestine ……:

In Palestine …… Complementary And Alternative Medicine (CAM) in Palestine: Use And Safety Implications done by Ansam F. Sawalha. Found that : 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.

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

How do herbs work? :

How do herbs work? 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.

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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. Standardization

Effectiveness Factors:

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

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Asthma Eczema Premenstrual syndrome Rheumatoid arthritis Migraine headache Menopausal symptoms Chronic fatigue Irritable bowel syndrome Medicinal Uses

Scope of Herbal Medicine:

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

Drugs from plant sources:

Drugs from plant sources A spirin C ocaine Q uinidine S copolamine T ubocurarine C odeine E rgotamine M orphine D igoxin P ilocarpine

How is herbal medicine sold in stores?:

How is herbal medicine sold in stores? The herbs come in several different forms : teas syrups oils liquid extracts tinctures and dry extracts (pills or capsules).

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Many consumers believe that herbal medicines are natural and therefore safe. This is a dangerous simplification. Be cause : 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. S afety

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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. H erbs & W eight loss

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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. Herbs with serious side effects

FDA reports:

FDA reports 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 !

Safe herbs in weight loss:

Safe herbs in weight loss 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 ?)

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Cayenne plant Nettle

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senna Hoodia Gordonii Salad of seaweed Ephedra

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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.

So ,to be safe …………..:

So ,to be safe ………….. 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

Ten Red Flags for Consumers:

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.

Some of the most common Herbs In Gaza:

S ome of the most common H erbs In G aza

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G arlic Lower cholesterol and triglycerides Kill Worms, roundworm Hypertension, blood circulation Cancer prevention Diabetes Bronchitis, asthma, allergies

Garlic Side Effects:

G arlic Side Effects Skin rash in sensitive people. Over consumption cause heartburn and gases .

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G inger Colds, coughs & vomiting Reduce Angina episodes >> lowering cholesterol Relieve Arthritis Nausea, motion sickness , Morning sickness Menstrual cramps

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G inger Side Effects 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.

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A nise Expectorant. Coughs and Bronchitis Parasite Repellant

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A nise Side Effects 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.

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G reen tea Reduce Cancer incidence Metabolism booster Lowering Cholesterol Relieve inflammation and itching of insect bites Reduce Pink eye inflammation , Conjunctivitis

Green Tea Side Effects:

G reen Tea Side Effects Overuse of caffeine can affect sleep >> Insomia

Lavender:

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

Lavender:

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

Thyme:

T hyme Reduce Fever, bronchitis Fighting Toothache/ tooth infections Cough, flu & sore throat Insect repellent

Thyme Side Effects::

T hyme Side Effects: 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.

Black Seed:

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

Black Seed oil Side Effects::

B lack Seed oil Side Effects: Undiluted oil can cause skin irritation . Not to be used in pregnant women.

Chamomile:

C hamomile 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

Chamomile Side Effects:

C hamomile Side Effects Allergy for sensitive people Avoid chamomile teas when taking blood thinners >> contain natural blood thinner (coumarins)

Drugs from Herbal extracts:

D rugs from H erbal extracts

Al-Zawyah Market:

Al- Z awyah M arket

Questionnaire results:

Q uestionnaire results 12 >> Herbal medicine 12 >> Drugs remedies Most common herbs used : Camomile , & tea No side effect is noted ..

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N ature always has a solution, but we have to dig d ee per! Our conclusion

Useful Websites:

Useful Websites www.euroherb.com : European Herbal Practitioners Association www.nimh.org.uk : National Institute of Medical Herbalists www.trusthomeopathy.org : Faculty of Homeopathy www.nlm.nih.gov/about/herbgarden/list.html : U.S national library of medicine www.anniesremedy.com/chart.php

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لازم الإيد تـِـ ـلْـ ـتــ م .. نعم وألف نعم للـــوحده الوطنيّــه

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Herbal Medicine Thank You 