Compound Monograph
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates — the sugars, starches and fibres in plants, their roles in medicine and nutrition, and the herbs rich in these constituents.
Classification
Carbohydrates are a class of plant constituents. Sugars and their polymers — the immune-active polysaccharides, soothing mucilages, and prebiotic fibres of medicinal plants.
Where Does It Come From?
Carbohydrates are carbohydrates.
Carbohydrates
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SEE: https://thenaturopathicherbalist.com/plant-constituents/alkaloids/
This should be an interesting infographic on alkaloids. Some interesting facts, some of the most common versions, and some example of herbs high in alkaloids. also discuss the incredible diversity of alkaloids.
Chemical Structure Of Carbohydrates:
Carbohydrates As Medicine:
Carbohydrate Classification:
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INSERT A BOOTSTRAP DEVELOPED LIST OF CARDS HERE WITH THE DIFFERENT CLASSES. Each class will link to its own page eventually.
References:
Other sections to add:
- Amino acids
- anthraquinones
- Cardiac glycosides
- Coumarins
- Flavonoids
- Glycosides
- Mucilage
- Napthaquinones
- Physoestrogens
- Salycilates
- Saponins
- Tannins
- Terpenes