Release The Exterior Herbs - Cool

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1. Identify this herb. Pinyin, capitalize each word.

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Release The Exterior Herbs - Cool - Quiz

This quiz tests knowledge on the cool herbs of the Release the Exterior category.

2. You would choose this herb when there is a heat toxin present in the upper/superficial aspect of the body. Symptoms would include toothache, painful gums, mouth sores, canker sores, ulcerated lips, and painful swollen throat.

(pinyin, capitalize each word)

Explanation

Due to its upbearing quality, Sheng Ma treats heat toxin in the upper and superficial aspects of the body, namely the mouth and throat region.

Niu Bang Zi could also treat heat toxin and has the function of "Resolves Toxin and Disperses Swellings." It treats swellings, sores, mumps, and throat impediment.

Ye Ju Hua also clears heat and resolves toxin, but is used for clove sores, swollen throat, and wind-fire effecting the eye (acute conjunctivitis or scleritis)

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3. Which of these herbs would you add near the end of a cooking process?

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Bo He is the herb that should be added near the end of a cooking process. This is because Bo He has a delicate flavor that can easily dissipate if cooked for too long. Adding it near the end ensures that its fresh and aromatic qualities are preserved, enhancing the overall taste of the dish.

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4. Which herb has an additional use of treating night crying and night terrors in children?

(Pinyin, capitalize each word)

Explanation

Chan Tui is an herb that has an additional use of treating night crying and night terrors in children.

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5. Bo He, Herba Menthae Haplocalycis, disinhibits the throat for wind-heat attacking the throat.

Explanation

Bo He, also known as Herba Menthae Haplocalycis, is a Chinese herb commonly used in traditional medicine. It is believed to have properties that can help to disinhibit the throat, meaning it can alleviate symptoms of throat obstruction or discomfort. When wind-heat attacks the throat, it can cause inflammation and other symptoms such as sore throat or difficulty swallowing. Bo He is believed to be effective in treating these symptoms by clearing heat and dispersing wind, hence disinhibiting the throat. Therefore, the statement that Bo He disinhibits the throat for wind-heat attacking the throat is true.

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6. I am a cool, release the exterior herb. I am acrid and bitter. I am effective in treating Shaoyang patterns because I direct the evil to the exterior where it can then be released. Who am I?

(Pinyin, capitalize each word)

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Chai Hu is an herb that is known for its acrid and bitter taste. It is effective in treating Shaoyang patterns because it has the ability to direct the evil (pathogenic factors) to the exterior of the body, where they can be released. Chai Hu is often used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to treat conditions such as fever, alternating chills and fever, and irritability.

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7. Many of the Cool herbs that Release the Exterior are upbearing and enter the LU and LV.

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The statement is true because many cool herbs that release the exterior have the ability to rise upwards and enter both the lungs (LU) and liver (LV). These herbs are commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat conditions such as common cold, flu, and fever. By entering the LU and LV, these herbs can help to clear heat, expel pathogens, and promote the proper functioning of these organs.

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8. I am a cool herb that releases the muscle layer. I am useful in yin-vacuity situations with thirst and fever. I can also treat papules and diarrhea due to heat or Spleen vacuity.

Explanation

Ge Gen is commonly known as Kudzu. It has the function of "engenders liquid and allays thirst" and acts upon the SP and ST. It also "upbears yang and checks diarrhea."

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9. What would the effect of Honey-frying (mi zhi) Sang Ye have on the herb's functions?

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10. I am a cool, release the exterior herb. I enter the LU and LV and brighten eyes. When I am prepared with honey (mi zhi) also clear the lung and moisten it when it gets too dry (due to wind-heat). Who am I?

(pinyin only, capitalize each word)

Explanation

Sang Ye is a herb that has cooling properties and is commonly used to release the exterior. It enters the Lung (LU) and Liver (LV) channels and has the ability to brighten the eyes. When prepared with honey (mi zhi), it can also clear the Lung and moisten it when it becomes too dry due to wind-heat.

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11. This herb grows in water and consequentially is indicated for inhibited urination and water swelling.
(pinyin, capitalize each word)

Explanation

Fu Ping is the correct answer because it is an herb that grows in water and is known for its properties in treating inhibited urination and water swelling. The pinyin term "Fu Ping" accurately represents the herb and its characteristics.

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12. Which herb would you combine with Fu Ping to disperse water swelling?

Explanation

Ma Huang and Fu Ping both enter the LU and BL and diffuse LU qi to disinhibit urination and disperse water swelling, especially in the upper body. These two herbs have a relationship of "mutual enhancement" for this function. They would have a neutral temperature together.

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13. Identify this herb. Pinyin, capitalize each word.

Explanation

Mu Zei, Herba Equiseti Hiemalis. Also known as Horse Tail.

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14. Identify this herb by its LATIN name. Capitalize each word.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Herba Menthae Haplocalycis, Herbae Menthae Haplocalycis, Herba Mentha Haplocalycis, Herba Menthae, Menthae Herba". The question asks to identify the herb by its Latin name, and all the options provided are different variations of the Latin name for the herb.

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15. Which herb is one of the few cool herbs with a strong diaphoretic action?

Explanation

Fu Ping Promotes Sweating and Resolves the Exterior. Symptoms are wind-het patterns with heat effusion and an absence of sweating.

Fu Ping is therefore contraindicated in wind-heat vacuity patterns.

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16. Lisa is a patient that has come in with a painful, red throat, she is coughing with thick phlegm, and has constipation. Which herb would best address these symptoms?

Explanation

Niu Bang Zi, Fructus Arctii, would best address Lisa's symptoms. Niu Bang Zi is known for its ability to clear heat and toxins from the throat, making it effective for treating a painful and red throat. It also has expectorant properties, which can help alleviate coughing with thick phlegm. Additionally, Niu Bang Zi has a mild laxative effect, which can help relieve constipation. Therefore, Niu Bang Zi would be the most suitable herb to address all of Lisa's symptoms.

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The correct answer is Bo He, Sang Ye. Bo He and Sang Ye are both Chinese herbs commonly used in traditional medicine. They are often used together in herbal formulas to treat various conditions. Although Zi Su Ye and Fu Ping are also Chinese herbs, they are not typically associated with Bo He or Sang Ye. Therefore, the correct answer is Bo He, Sang Ye.

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Explanation

This is Chai Hu and it can be used for Qi vacuity fall manifesting as prolapse, bleeding, hemorrhoids, vaginal discharge, exhaustion, etc....

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19. What are the channels entered for Chai Hu?

Explanation

The correct answer is GB, LV, PC, SJ. This answer suggests that Chai Hu enters the Gallbladder (GB), Liver (LV), Pericardium (PC), and San Jiao (SJ) channels. These channels are believed to be associated with the flow of Qi (energy) and blood in traditional Chinese medicine. By entering these channels, Chai Hu is thought to have a therapeutic effect on various conditions related to these channels, such as liver stagnation, emotional imbalances, and digestive disorders.

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20. What are Bai Ju Hua and Huang Ju Hua?

Explanation

Bai Ju Hua is sweeter and more nourishing. Huang Ju Hua is bitter and more draining. Ye Ju Hua is the wild species and is indicated for resolving heat toxin.

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21. Dry-frying (chao) is used to reduce the acridity of an herb.

Explanation

Dry-frying reduces moistening properties while also reducing acridity. For example, one could use Chao Niu Bang Zi if you did not want the lubricating effects of the unprepared herb and you wanted to reduce the acridity. This improves Niu Bang Zi's action of clearing the head and eyes.

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22. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cool herbs that release the exterior?

Explanation

Cool herbs that release the exterior are known for their ability to treat conditions related to the superficial layers of the body, such as the skin and muscles. They are usually acrid, meaning they have a pungent or spicy taste. They typically enter the lungs (LU) or liver (LV), which are the organs associated with the exterior of the body. They are also diffusing and effusing, meaning they have a dispersing and opening action. However, being the coldest herbs in the Materia Medica is not a characteristic of cool herbs that release the exterior.

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23. Which of these herbs DOES NOT upbear or uplift yang qi?

Explanation

Dan Dou Chi, Semen Sojae Preparata, does not upbear or uplift yang qi. Sheng Ma, Rhizoma Cimicifugae, Chai Hu, Bupleuri Radix, and Ge Gen, Puerariae Radix, are all herbs that have the ability to upbear or uplift yang qi. However, Dan Dou Chi does not possess this property.

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24. Which herb is commonly used as a longevity tea in the summertime, for perimenopausal women, yin-deficiency, or heat-repletion constitutions?

Explanation

Ju Hua is commonly used as a longevity tea in the summertime, specifically for perimenopausal women, yin-deficiency, or heat-repletion constitutions. It has cooling properties and is known to nourish yin and clear heat in traditional Chinese medicine. It is often used to relieve symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, and irritability associated with menopause. Additionally, Ju Hua is believed to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, making it a popular choice for promoting longevity and overall well-being.

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25. Which herb is especially useful for removing eye screens (pterygium) due to wind or Liver heat?

(pinyin only)

Explanation

Mu Zei is the correct answer for the herb that is especially useful for removing eye screens (pterygium) due to wind or Liver heat.

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26. What herb would you choose to combine (Dui Yao) with Chai Hu to treat gynecological issues?

Explanation

Bai Shao, Radix Paeoniae Alba, would be chosen to combine with Chai Hu to treat gynecological issues. This is because Bai Shao is commonly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to regulate and nourish the blood, as well as to calm the liver. Chai Hu, on the other hand, is known for its ability to regulate the flow of Qi and relieve stagnation. By combining these two herbs, the aim is to address both the blood and Qi imbalances that may be contributing to gynecological issues.

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27. This herb can have either a warm or cool nature, depending on its preparation. It can be prepared with Ma Huang and Zi Su Ye for a warm nature, although it is usually prepared with Sang Ye and Qing Hao to give it a cool quality.

Explanation

Dan Dou Chi is prepared soybean. It is used for early invasion of wind-heat (or wind-cold) and has an interesting function of eliminating vexation.

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28. Ju Hua, Chrysanthemi Flos, extinguishes wind and checks tetany.

Explanation

Chan Tui, Periostracum Cicadae, has this function and acts on the LU and LV. Symptoms include childhood fright wind, lockjaw, and spasms.

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29. The Dui Yao pair for Bo He to disinhibit the throat in cases of painful swollen throat is

Explanation

Jing Jie is the correct answer as it is commonly paired with Bo He in traditional Chinese medicine to treat painful swollen throat. Jing Jie has properties that help to clear heat, reduce swelling, and relieve pain in the throat. Together with Bo He, it can effectively disinhibit the throat and alleviate discomfort caused by a swollen throat. Man Jing Zi, E Bu Shi Cao, and Fu Ping are not commonly used in combination with Bo He for this specific condition.

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30. Which herb helps relieve symptoms of hypertension such as headache, dizziness, and tinnitus?

Explanation

Ge Gen, or Kudzu, treats symptoms associated with hypertension. It also releases the muscle layer for a stiff or tense upper back, outthrusts papules, engenders liquids, and upbears yang. It is an intrusive species.

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31. What are the natures and flavors of this herb?

Explanation

This is Sheng Ma. It is acrid, sweet, and slightly cold. It enters the LU, LI, ST, SP.

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32. Which of these herbs does NOT enter the Liver Channel?

Explanation

Fu Ping, Herba Spirodela does not enter the Liver Channel. This can be inferred from the question which asks for the herb that does NOT enter the Liver Channel. The other three herbs, Man Jing Zi, Mu Zei, and Bo He, are known to enter the Liver Channel. Therefore, Fu Ping, Herba Spirodela is the correct answer.

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33. Which of the cool herbs that release the exterior does NOT enter either the Lung or the Liver?

Explanation

Ge Gen, or Kudzu, enters the ST and SP. This accounts for its actions of upbearing yang and checking diarrhea.

Dan Dou Chi enters the LU and ST
Sheng Ma enters the LU, LI, ST, SP
Fu Ping enters the LU and BL

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34. Identify this herb, and name the dosage.
Example: Ma Huang, 3-10g

Explanation

Niu Bang Zi, Arctii Fructus
Crush seeds before decocting.

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35. What are the natures and flavors for this herb?

Explanation

This is Ju Hua, Chrysanthemi Flos. It enters the LU and LV.

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36. Which of the release the exterior cool herbs is NOT also acrid?

Explanation

Chan Tui is cold, sweet, and salty.

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37. What is the DOSAGE for this herb?

Explanation

The correct answer is 10-15g, 10 - 15, 10 - 15 g, 9-16g. This answer provides a range of dosage options for the herb, indicating that the recommended dosage is between 10 and 15 grams. The inclusion of different formats (with or without "g") and a slightly wider range (9-16g) suggests that there may be some flexibility in the dosage depending on individual needs or preferences.

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38. All of the following herbs may outthrust papules for the inhibited eruption of measles, rashes, rubella, etc...

Explanation

Ju Hua does not outthrust papules. It is better suited for symptoms of Liver yin vacuity such as red, painful eyes, flowery vision, headache, and dizziness. Chan Tui also has a great effect on the Liver and can be combined with Ju Hua for those symptoms.

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Identify this herb. Pinyin, capitalize each word.
You would choose this herb when there is a heat toxin present in the...
Which of these herbs would you add near the end of a cooking process?
Which herb has an additional use of treating night crying and night...
Bo He, Herba Menthae Haplocalycis, disinhibits the throat for...
I am a cool, release the exterior herb. I am acrid and bitter. I am...
Many of the Cool herbs that Release the Exterior are upbearing and...
I am a cool herb that releases the muscle layer. I am useful in...
What would the effect of Honey-frying (mi zhi) Sang Ye have on the...
I am a cool, release the exterior herb. I enter the LU and LV and...
This herb grows in water and consequentially is indicated for...
Which herb would you combine with Fu Ping to disperse water swelling?
Identify this herb. Pinyin, capitalize each word.
Identify this herb by its LATIN name. Capitalize each word.
Which herb is one of the few cool herbs with a strong diaphoretic...
Lisa is a patient that has come in with a painful, red throat, she is...
Look alikes:    #1 #2
 
What are the channels entered for Chai Hu?
What are Bai Ju Hua and Huang Ju Hua?
Dry-frying (chao) is used to reduce the acridity of an herb.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cool herbs that...
Which of these herbs DOES NOT upbear or uplift yang qi?
Which herb is commonly used as a longevity tea in the summertime, for...
Which herb is especially useful for removing eye screens (pterygium)...
What herb would you choose to combine (Dui Yao) with Chai Hu to treat...
This herb can have either a warm or cool nature, depending on its...
Ju Hua, Chrysanthemi Flos, extinguishes wind and checks tetany.
The Dui Yao pair for Bo He to disinhibit the throat in cases of...
Which herb helps relieve symptoms of hypertension such as headache,...
What are the natures and flavors of this herb?
Which of these herbs does NOT enter the Liver Channel?
Which of the cool herbs that release the exterior does NOT enter...
Identify this herb, and name the dosage. Example: Ma Huang, 3-10g
What are the natures and flavors for this herb?
Which of the release the exterior cool herbs is NOT also acrid?
What is the DOSAGE for this herb?
All of the following herbs may outthrust papules for the inhibited...
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