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What are the Six Tissue States in Physiomedicalism?

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  1. Heat / Excitation
  2. Wind / Constriction
  3. Dry / Atrophy
  4. Cold / Depression
  5. Damp / Relaxation
  6. Damp / Torpor (stagnation)

The Six Tissue States are used to diagnose and choose herbs for treatment.

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What is the primary belief of Physiomedicalism?

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The Vital Force as the source of all true healing.

Physiomedicalism was a herbal school active in the 18th and 19th Centuries.

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What diagnostic signs indicate the Heat / Excitation tissue state?

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  • Pulse: superficial, fast
  • Tongue: red, elongated, flame-shaped
  • Redness, swelling, pain (local or systemic)

This state is characterized by an exaggeration of normal functions.

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List typical pathologies associated with Heat / Excitation.

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  • Infection
  • Inflammation
  • Fever
  • Autoimmune inflammatory diseases
  • Allergies
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Skin outbreaks
  • Stress and overactivity

These conditions are linked to the Heat / Excitation state.

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What are the herbal actions recommended for Heat / Excitation?

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  • Cooling (e.g. Plantain)
  • Anti-inflammatory (e.g. Turmeric)
  • Antiseptic (e.g. Golden seal)
  • Bitter (e.g. Wormwood)

These herbs help counteract the effects of this tissue state.

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What are the characteristics of the Wind / Constriction tissue state?

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Neuromuscular tension, rigidity, spasm, convulsion.

This state involves an inability to switch from Sympathetic to Parasympathetic nerve systems.

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What diagnostic signs indicate Wind / Constriction?

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  • Pulse: wiry, tense
  • Tongue: central crack or groove

These signs help identify the Wind / Constriction tissue state.

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List typical pathologies associated with Wind / Constriction.

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  • Neuralgia
  • Sciatica
  • Asthma
  • Tension-related problems
  • Allergy
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar disorder

These conditions are linked to the Wind / Constriction state.

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What herbal actions are recommended for Wind / Constriction?

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  • Antispasmodic, relaxant (e.g. Passionflower)
  • Nervine tonic (e.g. Skullcap)
  • Adaptogen (e.g. Ashwagandha)

These herbs help alleviate the symptoms of Wind / Constriction.

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What defines the Dry / Atrophy tissue state?

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Lack of function, nourishment, and vitality.

This state is often characterized by dry and scaly skin.

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What diagnostic signs indicate Dry / Atrophy?

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  • Tongue: dry, withered, cracked
  • Pulse: weak, low, uneven

These signs help identify the Dry / Atrophy tissue state.

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List typical pathologies associated with Dry / Atrophy.

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  • Constipation
  • Scaly skin conditions (e.g. psoriasis)
  • Weight loss
  • Eating disorders
  • Malabsorption
  • Multiple sclerosis

These conditions are linked to the Dry / Atrophy state.

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What herbal actions are recommended for Dry / Atrophy?

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  • Demulcent (e.g. Marshmallow)
  • Mucilaginous (e.g. Aloe vera)
  • Nutritive (e.g. Nettle leaf)

These herbs help restore nourishment and hydration.

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What characterizes the Cold / Depression tissue state?

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Under-stimulated or cannot respond to stimulation; lack of oxygenation.

This state can lead to poor resistance and systemic toxaemia.

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What diagnostic signs indicate Cold / Depression?

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  • Low blood pressure
  • Pulse: deep, weak, slow
  • Tongue: blue, purple, dark, yellow or brown coating

These signs help identify the Cold / Depression tissue state.

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List typical pathologies associated with Cold / Depression.

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  • Depression
  • Slow heart rate
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Adrenal exhaustion
  • Chronic fatigue syndrome

These conditions are linked to the Cold / Depression state.

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What herbal actions are recommended for Cold / Depression?

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  • Stimulants (e.g. Rosemary)
  • Circulatory stimulants (e.g. Ginger)
  • Tonics (e.g. Ginseng)

These herbs help stimulate and enhance circulation.

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What defines the Damp / Relaxation tissue state?

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Tissues lack tone and cannot hold fluids, leading to thin watery discharges.

This state is often characterized by excessive moisture in the body.

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What diagnostic signs indicate Damp / Relaxation?

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  • Tongue: swollen and wet with clear coating and “scallops”
  • Pulse: languid, non-resistant

These signs help identify the Damp / Relaxation tissue state.

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List typical pathologies associated with Damp / Relaxation.

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  • Diarrhoea
  • Excess sweating (hyperhidrosis)
  • Common cold
  • Moist productive cough
  • Ulcers
  • Haemorrhage
  • Kidney insufficiency

These conditions are linked to the Damp / Relaxation state.

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What herbal actions are recommended for Damp / Relaxation?

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  • Astringent (e.g. Lady’s Mantle)
  • Haemostatic (e.g. Yarrow)
  • Vulnerary (e.g. Selfheal)

These herbs help tighten tissues and control fluid loss.

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What characterizes the Damp / Torpor (stagnation) tissue state?

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Retained damp in tissues, leading to swelling and accumulation of toxins.

This state is often associated with poor metabolism and elimination.

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What diagnostic signs indicate Damp / Torpor?

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  • Purple or black tongue, thick coating
  • Pulse: sluggish and resistant

These signs help identify the Damp / Torpor tissue state.

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List typical pathologies associated with Damp / Torpor.

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  • Abdominal fullness and bloating
  • Constipation
  • Thick catarrh
  • Weight gain
  • Arthritic and rheumatic conditions
  • Poor healing abilities
  • Diabetes
  • Cancer

These conditions are linked to the Damp / Torpor state.

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What herbal actions are recommended for Damp / Torpor?
* Alterative (e.g. Burdock) * Purgative (e.g. Senna) * Deobstruent (e.g. Poke Root) ## Footnote These herbs help promote elimination and detoxification.
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What are the five common taste experiences in herbal medicine?
* Sour * Bitter * Sweet * Pungent * Salty ## Footnote These tastes help in assessing the actions of plants and foods.
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What is the function of the sour taste in herbal medicine?
Prevents abnormal leakage of fluids and energy; cooling and refreshing. ## Footnote Sour taste promotes enzyme secretions and aids liver function.
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List some sour foods and herbs.
* Lemons * Rose hips * Hawthorn berries * Apples (unripe) * Cider vinegar * Schisandra berries * Sauerkraut * Rejuvelac ## Footnote These foods and herbs embody the sour taste.
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What is the role of bitter taste in herbal medicine?
Drains and dries; cooling, clearing, detoxifying. ## Footnote Bitter taste stimulates release of antibodies and enhances bile production.
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List some bitter foods and herbs.
* Chicory * Rocket leaf * Cacao * Dandelion leaf and root * Gentian * Wormwood * Myrrh ## Footnote These foods and herbs embody the bitter taste.
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What is the function of the sweet taste in herbal medicine?
Nourishes the stomach digestion; strengthens the flesh. ## Footnote Sweet taste is often used for kidney deficiency and chronic fatigue.
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List some sweet herbs and foods.
* Ginseng * Astragalus * Rehmannia * Liquorice * Wild Yam * Dates * Barley malt * Honey * Maple syrup ## Footnote These foods and herbs embody the sweet taste.
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What is the role of the pungent taste in herbal medicine?
Warming, dispersing, drying; distributes energy from the core to the periphery. ## Footnote Pungent taste is indicated for conditions like mucous and arthritis.
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List some pungent foods and herbs.
* Watercress * Rocket * Mustard * Garlic * Onion * Ginger * Pepper * Cayenne * Horseradish ## Footnote These foods and herbs embody the pungent taste.
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What are topical rubifacients?
Substances that stimulate blood flow to the skin, such as Capsicum minimum (Cayenne) ## Footnote Used in herbal medicine for their warming properties.
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Name some pungent herbs and foods.
* Watercress * Rocket * Mustard * Garlic * Onion * Ginger * Pepper * Cayenne * Horseradish ## Footnote Pungent flavors are often used for their medicinal properties.
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What is the function of pungent herbs in herbal medicine?
Indicated for stagnation and congestion, inhibit liver’s ability to neutralize drugs ## Footnote They can prolong the effects of other herbs.
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How do essential oils and resins affect the body?
Irritate mucosa, increasing blood supply, warming interior organs, and increasing metabolism ## Footnote They are absorbed into the blood through the small intestine.
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Where are pungent compounds excreted from the body?
Through the lungs and urinary tract ## Footnote This helps in dispersing heat.
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What are oleo-resins?
Natural plant substances that include cayenne and black pepper ## Footnote They contribute to the pungent flavor profile.
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What are isothiocyanates?
Compounds found in mustard, horseradish, watercress, garlic, and onions ## Footnote They are part of the pungent chemistry.
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What does the salty taste nourish?
The kidneys, makes the heart pliable and strong, and has a softening effect ## Footnote Salt was historically valuable and linked to salary.
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List some salty herbs and foods.
* Sodium chloride * Sea salt * Rock salt * Himalayan crystal salt * Celtic Sea Salt * Sea vegetables * Celery * Parsley ## Footnote These are important for maintaining body fluids.
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What is the effect of excess refined salt?
Implicated in hypertension ## Footnote It is important to balance salt intake.
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How do sodium ions affect the body?
Control effect, tone nerves, cells, and blood ## Footnote They affect the excretion or retention of potassium.
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What role does salt play in pH regulation?
Important for regulation of pH as alkaline buffers ## Footnote It helps maintain acid-base balance in the body.
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What might a preference for sweet tastes indicate?
A desire for more energy, possibly due to sluggish digestion ## Footnote Preferences in taste can reflect one's constitution and health.
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Who authored 'Green Pharmacy'?
Griggs, B. (1981) ## Footnote It provides a history of herbal medicine.
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What is the significance of salt historically?
Treasured for its value, origin of the word 'salary' ## Footnote People were historically paid with salt.

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