Are You A Pro At Crafting Natural Remedies? Try Your Hand At This Medicinal Herbs and Oils Quiz!
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Medicinal herbs and oils have been used since ancient times to heal and prevent various ailments. Have you been keeping up with these natural wonders? Let's find out with this Medicinal Herbs and Oils Quiz!
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Herbs and Oils Quiz Questions
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Question 1
Which herbal remedy has strong antidepressant and antiviral properties?
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ASt. John's Wort
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BLemon Balm
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CValerian
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DYarrow
St. John's Wort
St. John's Wort is commonly used to fight "the blues" with it's mood-elevating properties. This powerful flowering plant also boasts strong antiviral activity which can encourage wound healing.
Question 2
Which essential oil is known for its power to fight fungal infections and cold symptoms?
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ABasil
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BThyme
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COregano
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DRosemary
Oregano
While thyme essential oil does possess some anti fungal, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties, it's primarily used for food and cosmetic preservation. Oregano Essential Oil is best known for its power to treat fungal infections while diminishing cold symptoms.
Question 3
Aloe Vera is known as the jack-of-all-trades for treating skin woes, but which of these skin conditions should NOT be treated using this powerful plant?
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AEczema
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BDeep Cuts
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CSunburns
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DAcne
Deep Cuts
Sunburns, acne, and eczema can all benefit from the soothing and healing powers of aloe vera. However, deep cuts and burns should be treated immediately by a medical professional.
Question 4
Enhanced vision, reduced sexual dysfunction, and improved brain function are all health benefits produced by which plant?
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AFeverfew
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BLion's Mane
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CBindii
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DGinkgo Biloba
Ginkgo Biloba
With its bounty of both mental and physical health benefits, Ginkgo Biloba is among the top-selling herbal remedies.
Question 5
Which common flowering plant is known to aid in weight loss, regulate blood sugar, reduce cholesterol, and boost the immune system?
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ANasturtium
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BDandelion
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CDaylily
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DQueen Anne's Lace
Dandelion
The nasturtium plant is excellent for fighting cold and flu symptoms, the daylily is great for detoxification, and Queen Anne's Lace is a powerful diuretic. The common weed, dandelion, is the only option known for aiding in weight loss, though.
Question 6
If you find yourself suffering from an unfortunate case of dandruff, athlete's foot, or acne, which essential oil should you grab?
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ATea Tree Oil
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BLavender Oil
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CGrapefruit Oil
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DLemon Oil
Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is one of the most easily recognized scents in the essential oil world. Not only does it smell wonderful, but it's also highly effective for a wide range of hair, skin, and nail conditions.
Question 7
Asian Ginseng is a potent antioxidant that's effective for boosting energy levels and immunity. What two countries is this powerful plant native to?
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ASouth Korea and Taiwan
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BChina and Japan
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CChina and South Korea
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DThailand and Japan
China and South Korea
Asian ginseng, also known as Korean ginseng or Chinese ginseng, is a perennial plant that flourishes in the mountains of Eastern Asia.
Question 8
What's the name of the heart-healing herbaceous perennial in this photo?
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ALavender
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BFoxglove
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CBleeding Heart
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DCalifornia Fuchsia
Foxglove
This beautiful flowering plant is Foxglove, and it's impressively useful for treating and preventing heart-related diseases. It can also be employed for healing burns and wounds.
Question 9
We all know that avocados are jam-packed with healthy fats, which is why avocado oil has so many beneficial applications. What is the standard shelf life of an unopened bottle of avocado oil?
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A3 Months
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B5 Years
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C1 Year
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D10 Years
1 Year
On average, an unopened bottle of avocado oil will retain its benefits for up to one year when properly stored. An open bottle will last roughly eight months when refrigerated.
Question 10
Extraction methods affect the quality of essential oils by means of temperatures and pressure applied. Which of these is NOT a method to extract oils?
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AO Extraction
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BSteam Distillation
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CMaceration
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DCold Press Extraction
O Extraction
Among the most popular extraction methods are Steam Distillation, Solvent Extraction, CO2 Extraction, Maceration, Enfleurage, Cold Press Extraction, and Water Distillation.
Question 11
Which of these can help ease nausea and vomiting?
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AGinger
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BBlack Cohosh
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CTurmeric
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DValerian
Ginger
The most common side effects associated with the use of Valerian and Turmeric include nausea, but don't worry because Ginger is there to cure those symptoms!
Question 12
Having trouble falling asleep? Help is at hand! Which of these can help send you straight into a restful slumber?
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ABeetroot
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BMaca
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CAshwagandha
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DChamomile
Chamomile
Ashwagandha, beetroot, and maca will all give you a burst of energy - Not exactly what you want late at night. Chamomile is the only one that will send you straight to dreamland!
Question 13
What is peppermint most commonly used to treat?
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AYeast Infections
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BStomach Disorders
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CEye Disorders
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DHeart Conditions
Stomach Disorders
You may hear peppermint tea referred to as "the stomach healer" due to it's known ability to soothe digestive upset. In addition to promoting healthy digestion, peppermint is also credited with alleviating stomach aches, stomach pains, stomach cramps, heartburn, gas/flatulence, indigestion, and diarrhea.
Question 14
Hydrastis canadensis is an anti-microbial, anti-biotic, anti-inflammatory, and astringent perennial herb. Which of these is NOT a common name for this potent member of the buttercup family?
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ABlue Cohosh
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BGoldenseal
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COrangeroot
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DYellow Puccoon
Blue Cohosh
Hydrastis canadensis, most commonly known as Goldenseal, is native to southeastern Canada and the eastern United States. It's known for being a powerful remedy for eczema, ringworm, pruritus, earache, and conjunctivitis.
Question 15
The "spir" in Aspirin is derived from a plant called Spiraea ulmaria, which yields salicin. What is the common name for this herb?
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AGround Elder
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BTansy
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CMeadowsweet
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DField Horsetail
Meadowsweet
Meadowsweet (or Mead Wort) is a perennial herb native throughout most of Europe and Western Asia. This potent herb naturally produces salicin, which is an anti-inflammatory agent.
Question 16
Roses can be found all over the world, but which two countries are responsible for producing 80% of the world's total rose oil supply?
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ATurkey and Bulgaria
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BTurkey and China
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CRomania and Greece
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DUnited States and Bulgaria
Turkey and Bulgaria
Extracted from the petals of various rose varieties, the majority of rose oil is produced in Turkey and Bulgaria where the damask rose is widely grown.
Question 17
The plant in this photo can be used to pacify digestive and respiratory problems. Do you know what it is?
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AHyssop
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BPassion Flower
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CMint
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DWhite Horehound
White Horehound
White horehound is effective for treating various digestive issues including loss of appetite, indigestion, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. Remarkably, it's also great for remedying a variety of lung and breathing problems.
Question 18
Which festive holiday plant is used in parts of Europe as a remedy during cancer treatment?
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AHolly
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BMistletoe
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CPine
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DPoinsettia
Mistletoe
European mistletoe is widely used for treating the mental and physical symptoms associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Question 19
What is produced when you steep herbs in alcohol to extract their healing properties?
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AAn Infusion
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BA Solution
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CA Tincture
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DA Solvent
A Tincture
Tinctures are concentrated liquid extracts of plant or animal matter dissolved in ethanol.
Question 20
Milk Thistle has been used for centuries as a tonic for which of the body's vital organs?
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ALiver
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BHeart
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CBrain
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DStomach
Liver
In addition to a wide range of other health benefits, the flowering herb milk thistle has been long used for cleansing the liver and gallbladder.
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