Amazing Trivia Quiz On Herbal Medicines

14 Questions | By Thames | Last updated: Aug 30, 2018

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In this quiz, we’ll be talking about the study of botany and use of plants intended for medicinal purposes. What can you tell us about this particular study and practice? Let’s find out right now!

Questions and Answers

1.

What is the clear gel extracted from aloe vera leaves used for medically?
- A.
  
  Treating Burns
- B.
  
  Healing Ulcers
- C.
  
  Treating Bunions
- D.
  
  Correcting Earaches
2.

What food might your doctor prescribe as a remedy for urinary tract infection?
- A.
  
  Raspberries
- B.
  
  Blueberries
- C.
  
  Boysenberries
- D.
  
  Cranberries
3.

What spice helps with nausea and motion sickness?
- A.
  
  Ginger
- B.
  
  Coriander
- C.
  
  Mustard
- D.
  
  Cinnamon
4.

What can be one result of ingesting the extract of the gingko leaf?
- A.
  
  Fewer Cavities
- B.
  
  Chills And Fever
- C.
  
  Weight Loss
- D.
  
  Better Memory
5.

A rich purple pigment extracted from what European berry can benefit the eyes?
- A.
  
  Juniper
- B.
  
  Lady Finger
- C.
  
  Bilberry
- D.
  
  Perlette
6.

What is capsaicin, which several over-the-counter remedies say they contain?
- A.
  
  Oregano
- B.
  
  Table Salt
- C.
  
  Cayenne Pepper
- D.
  
  Nutmeg
7.

Which herbal medicine is used most often to treat stomach disorders?
- A.
  
  Valerian Root
- B.
  
  Echinacea
- C.
  
  Peppermint
- D.
  
  Grapefruit Seed Extract
8.

The steeping of herbs in alcohol to extract its healing properties produces what?
- A.
  
  A Tincture
- B.
  
  A Tissop
- C.
  
  A Poultice
- D.
  
  An Infusion
9.

Herbal medicine that is applied externally with a vegetable-based fat is called what?
- A.
  
  Tincture
- B.
  
  Infusion
- C.
  
  Poultice
- D.
  
  Extract
10.

Another herbal medicine said to relieve anxiety besides St. John's wort is?
- A.
  
  Kava
- B.
  
  Echinacea
- C.
  
  Oregano Oil
- D.
  
  Dogbane
11.

In India, the use of herbal medicines is known as?
- A.
  
  Anaduna
- B.
  
  Brahma
- C.
  
  Ayurveda
- D.
  
  Herbalism
12.

What herbal medicine is used as a diuretic?
- A.
  
  St. John's Wort
- B.
  
  Feverfew
- C.
  
  Echinacea
- D.
  
  Uva-Ursi
13.

Echinacea extracts are used to shorten the duration of which condition?
- A.
  
  Menopause
- B.
  
  Sinus Pressure
- C.
  
  Colds
- D.
  
  Bloating
14.

In herbal medicine, garlic is used most commonly as what?
- A.
  
  Antibacterial
- B.
  
  Treatment For Insomnia
- C.
  
  Weight Reduction Tool
- D.
  
  Seasoning

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