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Herbs& Supplements
Immune and Endocrine
Question | Answer |
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Make an acronym for the herbs and supplements used in treating/managing immune disorders | ACE- PER(Andi Called Eckard Promptly at hotel Elders Reserve) Andiographis(Indian Echinacea), Colostrum, Echinacea, Probiotics, Elderberry, Reservatol, |
What species and or health condition should you be aware of before suggesting ecinachea to patients? | Answer: asthma/Asteraceae allergy |
When might probiotics be used; what is the special precaution that might need to be taken? | antibiotic-associated diarrhea but space out by several hours . |
Would you give alpha lipoic acid on an empty stomach to a diabetic patient? | No, it should be taken with food! |
What is an effective dose of cinnamon? | 1-6 grams (1/2 - 3 tsp) in divided doses |
What health conditions should you be aware of before you recommend DHEA to a patient? | Bipolar, on hormone medications, or history of cancer |