Glossary of Herbal Terminology

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No. Terms Definition
1.
Laxative
These herbs act to promote evacuation of the bowels; a gentle cathartic. Examples are castor oil, flax seed, psyllium, rhubarb, senna.
2.
Lithotriptic
These herbs are prescribed to dissolve stones in the kidneys or bladder. Examples are arjuna, arka and amalaki.