Herb Library

Zingiber officinale (juice shot)

Concentrated ginger juice (1-2 oz) — the wellness café staple. Intense burning/warming. Often with lemon, cayenne, and turmeric. Powerful digestive and immune kick.

Ginkgo biloba (EGb 761)

THE specific standardized extract used in 400+ clinical trials. 24% flavone glycosides, 6% terpene lactones, <5ppm ginkgolic acids. Gold standard for cognitive support.

Panax ginseng (steamed red)

Steam-processed ginseng — 6-year-old roots steamed and dried. Creates unique ginsenosides (Rg3, Rk1) not found in white ginseng. Warmer and more stimulating than white. For erectile dysfunction, cognitive decline, fatigue, and immune support. Premium Korean product.

Lycium barbarum

TCM yin-nourishing superfruit — for eyes, liver, and kidneys. Eaten daily by Chinese elders. Contains zeaxanthin (eye protection), LBPs (polysaccharides), and betaine. Clinical evidence for macular degeneration. Sweet, pleasant taste. A true food-medicine.

Vitis vinifera (95% OPC)

Standardized to 95% OPCs (oligomeric proanthocyanidins). 100-300mg daily. Used for cardiovascular health, capillary strength, skin aging, and venous insufficiency.

Crataegus monogyna

A premier cardiovascular herb with extensive research supporting its use for heart health and circulation.

Crataegus monogyna

The berry specifically — rich in OPCs and flavonoids. The most studied form of hawthorn for cardiovascular support and blood pressure.

Crataegus monogyna (450mg)

Standard hawthorn berry capsule. The convenient daily cardiovascular tonic format. 450mg 2-3x daily. Safe for long-term use. Works best over months.

Crataegus monogyna (extract)

Standardized hawthorn extract (WS 1442 or LI 132) — 18-20% OPCs. The most clinically studied form for heart failure support and cardiovascular health.

Crataegus monogyna (leaf + flower)

Hawthorn leaves and flowers — different OPC profile than berries. Used as tea in European traditions. The leaf+flower+berry combination provides the broadest cardiovascular support.

Crataegus monogyna (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted hawthorn — whole berry, leaf, and flower combined. 30-60 drops 2-3x daily. The most comprehensive hawthorn preparation for cardiovascular support.

Apis mellifera (raw)

Raw unprocessed honey — contains enzymes, propolis, pollen, and hydrogen peroxide generation. The world's oldest wound dressing. Cough suppressant equal to dextromethorphan.

Aesculus hippocastanum

Seed extract used to support vein health and circulation, particularly for leg comfort. Only standardized extracts are safe.

Aesculus hippocastanum (300mg)

Standard horse chestnut extract capsule — 300mg providing 50mg aescin. For chronic venous insufficiency and varicose veins. Clinical evidence comparable to compression stockings.

Aesculus hippocastanum (extract)

Standardized to 16-20% aescin. Clinical evidence comparable to compression stockings for CVI. The most studied herbal vein supplement.

Magnolia officinalis

TCM qi-moving and phlegm-resolving herb — for abdominal distension, bloating, cough with phlegm, and anxiety. Contains honokiol and magnolol (anxiolytic, GABA-ergic). Part of Relora supplement (with Phellodendron) for cortisol/stress management.

Ferrous bisglycinate

The gentlest form of supplemental iron — chelated for better absorption and fewer GI side effects. Often recommended alongside iron-rich herbs.

Iron bisglycinate + Ascorbic acid

Chelated iron with vitamin C — the gold standard iron supplement. Vitamin C increases iron absorption by 67%. Bisglycinate form minimizes GI upset. Take on empty stomach.

Piper methysticum (traditional prep)

Traditional Pacific Island preparation — root pounded and soaked in water (NOT alcohol extract). The traditional water preparation has 3000+ years of safe use in Fiji, Vanuatu, Tonga, and Samoa. Noble cultivars only. Hepatotoxicity linked to non-noble/non-root parts.

Lavandula angustifolia (oil)

The most versatile and safest essential oil. Used for anxiety, sleep, burns, skin healing, and headaches. One of the few oils safe for occasional neat (undiluted) spot use.

Citrus limon + Zingiber officinale (tea)

The universal wellness tea — fresh ginger and lemon in hot water with honey. For digestion, nausea, immune support, and daily alkalizing. The simplest effective herbal tea.

Forsythia suspensa

TCM heat-clearing herb — partner of Jin Yin Hua in Yin Qiao San (Silver-Forsythia Powder), Chinas most used cold formula. For early-stage wind-heat: sore throat, fever, and headache. Contains forsythin (antiviral). Take at FIRST sign of cold for best results.

Glycyrrhiza glabra (deglycyrrhizinated)

Licorice with glycyrrhizin removed — eliminates the blood pressure and potassium concerns. Used specifically for digestive ulcers and heartburn. SAFE long-term.

Milk Thistle + Dandelion + Artichoke + NAC

Comprehensive liver formula — Silymarin for protection, Dandelion for bile flow, Artichoke for fat metabolism, NAC for glutathione. The most complete liver support.

Leptospermum scoparium

Honey from New Zealand Manuka tree flowers — contains methylglyoxal (MGO) with proven antimicrobial properties. Used for wound healing and digestive health.

Leptospermum scoparium (UMF 15+)

UMF 15+ (or MGO 514+) medical-grade Manuka honey. Proven wound-healing properties. FDA-cleared Medihoney used in hospitals. The gold standard of medicinal honeys.

Calendula officinalis

Premier wound-healing herb — for cuts, burns, diaper rash, and radiation dermatitis. Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and lymphatic. Calendula cream/salve is a medicine cabinet essential. Internal use for GI inflammation and menstrual cramps.

Camellia sinensis (blended)

Matcha blended with banana, spinach, and plant milk — combines L-theanine calm focus with smoothie nutrition. The fitness-friendly matcha format.

Carbo vegetabilis

Highly porous carbon used for acute poisoning (ER use) and digestive gas/bloating. ABSORBS medications — never take with other supplements or drugs.

N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine

Not an herb but a natural hormone the body produces at night. Supplemental melatonin resets circadian rhythm. 0.5-3mg is often more effective than higher doses.

Melatonin (gummy)

Melatonin in gummy format — the most popular sleep supplement form. LESS IS MORE with melatonin (0.5-3mg often better than 5-10mg). Take 30 min before bed.

Melatonin (0.5mg)

Low-dose melatonin — 0.5mg is often MORE effective than 3-10mg. Research shows physiological doses mimic natural production. Less morning grogginess. Start here.

Silybum marianum (oil)

Cold-pressed oil from milk thistle seeds — provides silymarin in a lipid-soluble form. Used for liver support, skin health, and antioxidant protection.

Glycine max (Bacillus subtilis fermented)

Japanese fermented soybeans — the natural source of nattokinase and vitamin K2 (MK-7). Slimy texture and strong smell. One of the world's healthiest foods.

Nigella sativa (cold-pressed oil)

Cold-pressed black seed oil — delivers thymoquinone in bioavailable oil form. 1-3 tsp daily for inflammation, blood sugar, immune support, and allergies. Peppery/bitter taste. 1400+ published studies. Egyptian pharaohs were buried with it.

Olea europaea (oil)

Extra virgin olive oil — contains oleocanthal (anti-inflammatory) and hydroxytyrosol (antioxidant). The foundation of the Mediterranean diet. Medicinal food.

Fish oil + Cholecalciferol

Fish oil combined with vitamin D3 — the two most universally recommended supplements. D3 is fat-soluble so fish oil is the perfect carrier. Convenient 2-in-1.

EPA/DHA from fish

EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids from fish — among the most evidence-based supplements worldwide. Essential for brain, heart, joint, and eye health.

Schizochytrium sp. (algae DHA+EPA)

DHA+EPA from microalgae — the vegan omega-3 source. Where fish get their omega-3 (from eating algae). No ocean contaminants. 250-500mg DHA+EPA daily.

Passiflora incarnata (extract)

Standardized for vitexin/isovitexin. Clinical evidence for anxiety comparable to oxazepam in one trial. The most studied form for sleep and anxiety.

Pelargonium sidoides

A South African root with strong clinical evidence for acute bronchitis and upper respiratory infections. One of the most evidence-based immune herbs.

Pelargonium sidoides (standardized)

German standardized extract of South African geranium root — the most clinically proven herbal cold/bronchitis remedy in Europe. Multiple randomized controlled trials show 1-2 day reduction in bronchitis symptoms. Child-safe. Brand names: Umcka, Kaloba.

Pelargonium sidoides (root tincture)

Traditional Zulu root preparation — the original form used by Zulu healers for respiratory infections. Root is harvested, dried, and extracted in alcohol. Dark reddish-brown tincture. For acute bronchitis, sinusitis, and sore throat. Different preparations than standardized capsules.

Mentha piperita (essential oil)

One of the most versatile essential oils — topical for headaches (temples), aromatherapy for energy/focus, and enteric-coated capsules for IBS.

Mentha piperita (enteric-coated)

Enteric-coated peppermint oil capsule — releases in the intestines, not stomach. FDA-recognized for IBS. IBGard is the most studied brand. 180-225mg per cap.

Mentha x piperita (enteric-coated)

Enteric-coated peppermint oil capsules — the coating survives stomach acid and releases in the intestines. Clinical evidence matching antispasmodics for IBS (bloating, cramping, gas). 0.2-0.4mL per capsule 3x daily. Non-enteric causes heartburn.

PS (phospholipid)

A phospholipid critical for brain cell membrane function. Used for cognitive support, memory, ADHD, and exercise recovery. FDA qualified health claim for dementia risk.

Multi-strain probiotic + FOS/Inulin

Probiotic bacteria combined with prebiotic fiber (FOS/inulin) that FEEDS the probiotics. The synbiotic approach — more effective than probiotics alone for gut health.