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Analgesic - Pain relieving
Antibacterial
- inhibits bacterial growth
Antibiotic
- destroys bacteria
Antidepressant
- lifts the mood
Antifungal
- inhibits the growth of mold and fungi
Anti-inflammatory
- reduces/prevents inflammation
Antiseptic
- cleansing, prevents microbe development
Antispasmodic
- relieves muscle spasms
Antiviral
- destroys certain viruses
Astringent
- contracts blood vessels and body tissue
Carminative
- reduces intestinal spasms
Decongestant
- reduces congestion
Detoxifying
- assists the body in getting rid of waste
Diuretic -
aids in urine production
Emmenagogue
- encourages menstruation
Expectorant
- encourages coughing-up of mucus
Fungicide
- combats fungal infection
Phototoxic
- sun exposure causes skin pigmentation
Sedative -
slows down functional activity, calming
Stimulant
- has an uplifting effect on the body
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