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Herbs

Of or relating to plants or parts of plants that have a primary use for food, flavoring, medicine, or perfume.

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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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