Ivy College Naturopathic Practice: Herbal Medicine & Disease States

This assignment focuses on understanding disease states and their impact on body systems from a naturopathic perspective. It involves detailing functional problems, affected biological systems, herbal medicine treatments (including dosages, durations, interactions, contraindications, and active principles), supplement recommendations, and possible responses to treatment for conditions like hypertension, Alzheimer's, anemia, lupus, asthma, acne, Crohn's disease, endometriosis, cystitis, rheumatoid arthritis, oedema and hyperthyroidism. Furthermore, it requires an understanding of conventional drug therapies, possible drug interactions, and withdrawal effects for each condition, providing a comprehensive overview of integrative treatment approaches.

ASSESSMENT TASK #1OF #3 – WORKBOOK
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1 RESOURCES TO BE PROVIDED BY LEARNER
 Personal computer with internet access.
 Access to the LMS
 Recommended textbook:
o Sarris, J. and Wardle, J. (2014). Clinical Naturopathy, an evidence based guide to
practice (2nd Ed.). Elsevier. ISBN 9780729541732
o Braun, L. and Cohen, M. (2015). Herbs & Natural Supplements, an evidence based
guide (4th Ed.). Elsevier. ISBN 9780729541718
o Hechtman, L. (2012). Clinical Naturopathic Medicine (1st Ed.). Elsevier
o Bone, K. and Mills, S. (2013). Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy (2nd Ed.).
Elsevier.
2 YOUR ASSESSMENT TASK
ASSESSMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Your assessment must be submitted in accordance with Ivy College Style Guide:
1. Word processed
2. 1.5 spaced, 12 point, Arial
3. Standard MS Word margins
4. Number each page consecutively in the footer. The header is the title of the assignment
5. Keep a copy of your assignment for your own records
APA6 referencing, in-text and ‘References’ list must be included when source information has been
used.
List of possible resources have been provided below:
Industry and competitive conditions
 IBISWorld ‘Alternative Health Therapies in Australia: Market Research Report’
http://www.ibisworld.com.au/industry/default.aspx?indid=1914
 The National Institute of Complementary Medicine
http://www.nicm.edu.au/health_information/information_for_consumers/
reports,_surveys,_audits
 Complementary Medicines Australia
http://www.cmaustralia.org.au/resources/Documents/Reports/CMA%20Industry%20Audit
%202014.pdf
Human and social considerations
 Australian Bureau of Statistics – Australian Social Trends
 Roy Morgan Research – health trends Article No. 5674 available at
http://www.roymorgan.com and market segments available at
http://www.helixpersonas.com.au
Evidence based research
 Merck Manual online – http://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/index.html
 National Institutes of Health USA – http://nih.gov/
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 National Centre for Alternative and Complimentary Medicine – http://nccam.nih.gov/
 National Health and Medical Research Council (Australia) – http://www.nhmrc.gov.au/
Infection Control
 Australian Government: National Health and Medical Research Council
B1.6 Respiratory Hygiene and Cough Etiquette
http://www.nhmrc.gov.au/book/australian-guidelines-prevention-and-control-
infection-healthcare-2010/b1-6-respiratory-hygiene
 Australian Government Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/publications/publishing.nsf/Content/cda-cdna-
norovirus.htm-l~cda-cdna-norovirus.htm-l-8
 Hand Hygiene Australia http://www.hha.org.au/
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WORKBOOK CONTINUED
Naturopathic Practice
Q1. As a developing naturopath it is important to have an understanding of disease states and their impact on the different body systems and the principles
and practice of treating each system and condition. For this question you will need to complete the table below, that will address the following:
Record the functional problems in relation to each clinical conditions (30-50 words)
Main biological system impacted upon by the clinical disorder
Appropriate herbal medicine treatment – three (3) herbs required (including dosages and duration and one interactions and contra-indications).
Two active principles of each herb
Two supplements (including dos per condition and additional measures of care (including counselling, lifestyle and exercise)
Outline two (2) possible responses to treatment
Clinical Condition Function problem
of the system in
relation to the
condition
Main biological
system impacted
Herbal Medicine
Treatment:
Dose & duration
Interactions
Contraindication
Two active
principle of each
herb
Two
Supplements&
additional
measures of care
Two possible
responses to
treatment
1. Hypertension Elevated blood
pressure can lead
to the possibility of
developing a
stroke and also
weaken the blood
vessels in the body
and increasing the
possibility to
narrowing
Hypertension
causes damage to
the arteries,
Aneurysm and a
possibility to
develop several
cardiovascular
complications
which include
coronary heart
Cardamom and
Flax seed have
been reported as
natural medications
that can treat
hypertension in
adults.
1.5 grams of
cardamom powder
twice a day for a
Antioxidant
property of
cinnamon helps in
lowering of the
blood pressure.
The omega-3 fatty
acid content in the
flax seed helps in
controlling the
serum cholesterol
Two supplements
that can be taken
would include,
Basil and
Hawthorn
Reduced blood
pressure
Lowering cholesterol
level

Clinical Condition Function problem
of the system in
relation to the
condition
Main biological
system impacted
Herbal Medicine
Treatment:
Dose & duration
Interactions
Contraindication
Two active
principle of each
herb
Two
Supplements&
additional
measures of care
Two possible
responses to
treatment
down,rupture or
leakage of the
arteries
disease, enlarged
left heart and heart
failure.
period of 12 days
(30-50) grams of
Flax seeds should
be taken for 12
weeks. Cardamom
helps in reducing
blood pressure and
flax seeds reduce
the serum
cholesterol level.
The time of action
is comparatively
slow.
level and treating
high blood
pressure.
2. Alzheimer’s Affects the normal
functioning of the
brain, followed by
disrupting the
neuron
communication
The nervous
system
Ginkgo Biloba
should be taken
around 120-240
mg three times in a
day and Licorice
can also be taken
as a herbal
alternative
Ginkgo Biloba
helps in improving
cognitive functions
and Licorice
stimulates brain
activity
Two supplements
that could be taken
would include,
turmeric and white
willow bark. It has
found to be helpful
in reducing
inflammation
The two possible
responses to
treatment would
include improvement
in brain function and
controlled
inflammation of the
brain tissue
3. Anemia Affects the normal
functioning of the
The haemoglobin
content of the
Intake of Nettle and
Avocado on a
Nettle contains a
high rate of
Citrus fruits and
parsley can be
The two possible
responses would

Clinical Condition Function problem
of the system in
relation to the
condition
Main biological
system impacted
Herbal Medicine
Treatment:
Dose & duration
Interactions
Contraindication
Two active
principle of each
herb
Two
Supplements&
additional
measures of care
Two possible
responses to
treatment
body due to fatigue
and weakening of
body muscles.
blood regular basis for a
period of 12 weeks
twice a day
vitamins A,B, K
and C as well as
iron and Avocado
boosts up the iron
content in the body
as well as the
folate level.
taken as
supplements
include,
improvement in
haemoglobin level
and energizing
feeling
4. Lupus Affects normal
body functions,
elicits pain in the
joint muscles and
causes
inflammation
Affects the
autoimmune
system of the body
by harming the
major body organs
such as lungs,
heart and kidneys
Intake of turmeric
and ginger once a
day before
breakfast
Active ingredient
Curcuma and
Zingiber have anti-
inflammatory
properties that
helps in treating
the condition
Vitamin
supplements and
omega-3-fatty
acids can be taken
along with the
herbs
The two possible
responses would
include anti-
inflammation and
relieving arthritic
symptoms
5. Asthma Impedes with the
smooth breathing
ability
Affects the
respiratory
pathway of the
human body
Eucalyptus oil and
Figs can be taken
continuously for 2
consecutive weeks
in order to improve
breathing after
dinner every day
(Wardle & Sarris,
Active ingredients
help in clearing the
nasal passage and
improving
respiration
Omega-3-fatty acid
and evening
primrose oil can be
used as
supplements for
clearing the
respiratory tract
Clearance in the
airway passage and
better breathing.

Clinical Condition Function problem
of the system in
relation to the
condition
Main biological
system impacted
Herbal Medicine
Treatment:
Dose & duration
Interactions
Contraindication
Two active
principle of each
herb
Two
Supplements&
additional
measures of care
Two possible
responses to
treatment
2013)
6. Acne Inflamed red
rashes or eruptions
on the face caused
on account of
bacterial infections
An inflammatory
condition that
affects the skin
Use of clove
control for cystic
acne and honey
cinnamon to
control red
eruptions twice
every day for two
weeks(Tacconelli
et al., 2014)
Active ingredient of
clove oil helps in
normalizing the oil
balance in the skin
at the same time,
cinnamon and
honey helps in
hydrating the skin
and cleansing the
pores
Supplements such
as citrus fruits and
application of
green tea has
been found to be
effective
Control and
maintenance of oil-
balance in the skin
7. Crohn’s Causes acute
intestinal cramps
and pain.
Major inflammation
in the intestine
affecting the small
intestine and the
colon
Wholegrains and
bananas can be
taken in order to
control Crohn’s
disease twice
every day after a
heavy meal
(Wardle et al.,
2014)
Active ingredient of
whole
carbohydrates help
in relieving bowel
movement
Supplements such
as garlic and
antichokes can be
taken
Relieves abdominal
pain and cramps

Clinical Condition Function problem
of the system in
relation to the
condition
Main biological
system impacted
Herbal Medicine
Treatment:
Dose & duration
Interactions
Contraindication
Two active
principle of each
herb
Two
Supplements&
additional
measures of care
Two possible
responses to
treatment
8. Endometriosis Abdominal cramps
and intense pain
Growth of an extra
tissue outside the
uterine lining
Intake of clary sage
and Crucumin can
help in the
prevention of
abdominal cramps
once before
breakfast for two
consecutive weeks
(Sibbiritt, 2014)
Active ingredient of
Crucumin can help
in the reduction of
inflammation and
relieve cramps
Supplements such
as Vitamin B6 and
DIM derived from
cruciferous
vegetables can
help in treating the
condition
Relieves intestinal
pain
9. Cystitis Pelvic pain and
irritation in the
urinary tract
Inflammation of the
urinary bladder and
bacterial infection
Intake of herbs
such as Uva and
Garlic can help in
relieving pain. 2.5
grams once every
day should be
consumed for
excellent effect
(Tacconelli et al.,
2014)
Active ingredients
in the herbs reduce
pain and
inflammation in the
bladder
Supplements such
as herbal buchu
and Echinacea can
help in reducing
pelvic pain
It would help in
reliveing
inflammation and
pain
10. Rheumatoid
arthritis
Joint pain and
inflamed hands
and feet
Autoimmune
disorder that leads
to joint pain and
inflammation of the
Willow bark and
green tea can
essentially help in
the cure of
The active
principles help in
relieving joint and
Supplements such
as black pepper
and garlic can help
in relieving joint
The responses to the
treatment include
relief from joint pain

Clinical Condition Function problem
of the system in
relation to the
condition
Main biological
system impacted
Herbal Medicine
Treatment:
Dose & duration
Interactions
Contraindication
Two active
principle of each
herb
Two
Supplements&
additional
measures of care
Two possible
responses to
treatment
muscles Rheumatoid
arthritis over a long
period of time. The
tea should be
consumed daily
before breakfast in
empty stomach
every day (Wardle
& Sarris, 2013)
muscular pain pain and muscular
ache.
and intense
11. Oedema Swelling in a
localized body part
Inflammation
characterized by
collection of watery
fluid within the
body cavities
Intake of flax seeds
and coriander
seeds have been
reported to relieve
swelling and
reduce pain. 8
seeds after a
heavy meal for
every day (Wardle
et al., 2014).
The active
principles help in
relieving the
swelling of hands
and feet
Supplements such
as Dandelion
leaves and Parsley
also effectively
help in the
reduction of
swelling
The responses to the
treatment include
relief from swollen
hands and feet
12.
Hyperthyroidism
Rapid heartbeat,
excessive sweating
and excessive
weight loss
Inflamed and
enlarged thyroid
gland
Intake of
Bugleweed 2 ml,
trice every day and
ginger can help in
The active
principles help in
the prevention of
basil and rosemary
leaves along with
plant sterols can
help in controlling
The responses to the
treatment include
prevention of thyroid

Clinical Condition Function problem
of the system in
relation to the
condition
Main biological
system impacted
Herbal Medicine
Treatment:
Dose & duration
Interactions
Contraindication
Two active
principle of each
herb
Two
Supplements&
additional
measures of care
Two possible
responses to
treatment
the treatment of
hyperthyroidism
(Wardle et al.,
2014)
thyroid damage the condition symptoms
Q2. In a clinical setting it is quite common for patients to be prescribed medications for their condition; as such it is important to have an understanding of how
current conventional medicine treats clinical disorders. In this question you will need to record the current drug therapy, possible drug interactions and the
withdrawal effects for each condition.
Clinical Condition Current Drug Therapy Possible Drug Interactions Withdrawal Effects
1. Hypertension captopril This increases the blood vessel dilation
which helps in the relaxation of the
hypertension condition
Can again lead to the hypertension
2. Alzheimer’s cholinesterase inhibitors Helps in increasing the cognition level of
the patients
Can revert the condition

Clinical Condition Current Drug Therapy Possible Drug Interactions Withdrawal Effects
3. Anemia Folic acid supplement Helps in increase the level of blood in
patients body
Does not affect the patient condition
4. Lupus hydroxychloroquine Helps to increase the immunity of the
patients
Impacts the immune system of the
patient
5. Asthma Salbutamol Helps to relief the immune system of the
patient
Can revert the hyper inflammatory
condition in the patient
6. Acne Tetracycline Helps to decrease the impurity of the skin
and lower the disease condition
it affects the health improvement
condition of patient
7. Crohn’s Cyclosporine Helps to decrease the disease condition Can revert the disease condition is not
properly taken
8. Endometriosis nonsteroidal antiinflammatory Helps to decrease the pain of the patient it affects the health improvement
condition of patient
9. Cystitis Elmiron Helps to relief the cystic related situation
of the patient
Can revert the disease condition is not
properly taken

Clinical Condition Current Drug Therapy Possible Drug Interactions Withdrawal Effects
10. Rheumatoid
arthritis
Corticosteroids Helps to relief the swelling of joints Impacts the immune system of the
patient
11. Oedema Diuretics Helps the decrease the patient condition it affects the health improvement
condition of patient
12.Hyperthyroidism methimazole Helps to prevent extra amount of thyroid
production
Can revert the disease condition is not
properly taken
Q3. Having knowledge of common herb drug interactions is critical for clinical practice as a naturopath or herbalist. The table below shows ten (10) common
medications please list the relevant herbs that can interact with these medications and the reaction that occurs. In answering this question please source your
information.
Common
name for
medication
Herbs Herb drug interactions Nutrients Nutrient drug
interactions
Source information (APA
referencing)
1. Hydrocone Ginkgo garlic and ginger Increases the efficiency
of bleeding
Tyramin containing
foods
Effects metabolism (Duke et al., 2012)