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September 12 to 18 is National Herbal Medicine Week, and it's a great time to test your knowledge of all things green and good for you. Take our quiz to see how herb-savvy you are.
1. Basil has a hypoglycaemic effect, which may benefit diabetics. True or false?

 
2. Which of the following may be used to ease indigestion, bloating, and flatulence?




 
3. Research suggests that which of these can help combat herpes infections such as cold sores?



 
4. What is the compound in licorice responsible for its ability to heal ulcers called?



 
5. Which of the following is commonly prescribed for insomnia?



 
6. Which multitasking herb can help period pain, arthritis, nausea, and travel sickness?



 
7. Studies show feverfew reduces the pain and visual disturbances of migraine. True or false?

 
8. Which of the following is used in Ayurvedic medicine as a brain tonic?



 
9. Scientific research suggests St John's wort may be beneficial for the treatment of:



 
10. Borage seed oil is a rich source of which of the following nutrients?



 
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