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Plants

Any of various photosynthetic, eukaryotic, multicellular organisms of the kingdom Plantae characteristically producing embryos, containing chloroplasts, having cellulose cell walls, and lacking the power of locomotion.

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flatulence

Plants; Herbs

Excessive formation of gases in stomach or intestine.

flavones

Plants; Herbs

Flavones are polyphenolic crystalline compound, present in seeds, leaves and in stems as yellow pigment. It shows anti-oxidant activity.

galactagogue

Plants; Herbs

An agent that encourages or increases the secretion of milk.

galls

Plants; Herbs

An abnormal plant growth on leaves, branches, or roots that is caused by irritation from an insect, a fungus or a virus.

glycoside

Plants; Herbs

Glycosides are naturally occurring compounds containing a carbohydrate (glycone) and a non-carbohydrate (aglycone) moiety in a same molecule.

hemostatic

Plants; Herbs

Hemoststic used to stop bleeding and purifies blood. Examples: red raspberry, turmeric, cinnamon and ginger.

hepatic

Plants; Herbs

Promotes the well being of the liver and increases the secretion of bile.

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