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Allium sativum (black/honey ferment)
Garlic transformed through fermentation — black garlic (heat) or honey-garlic (lacto). Both increase SAC content and reduce harshness while maintaining benefits.
Curcuma longa (fermented)
Turmeric that has been fermented to increase bioavailability of curcumin without needing piperine. Easier on the digestive system.
Panax quinquefolius
A cooling adaptogen compared to Asian ginseng, used to support immune function, blood sugar balance, and stress resilience.
Amorphophallus konjac
A water-soluble fiber from konjac root — absorbs 50x its weight in water. Used for appetite control, cholesterol, blood sugar, and constipation. Take with lots of water.
Curcuma longa + milk + spices
Traditional Ayurvedic bedtime drink — turmeric, black pepper, ginger, cinnamon in warm milk (dairy or plant). Anti-inflammatory, sleep-promoting, and comforting.
Perna canaliculus
A New Zealand shellfish extract rich in unique omega-3s (ETA) and GAGs. Clinical evidence for joint comfort and inflammation support.
Gymnema sylvestre
An Ayurvedic herb known as the "sugar destroyer" — it temporarily blocks sweet taste receptors and is studied for blood sugar support.
Gymnema sylvestre (400mg)
Standard Gymnema capsule — 400mg standardized to 25% gymnemic acids. Blocks sweet taste for 1-2 hours. Take before meals for blood sugar and craving support.
Gymnema sylvestre (extract)
Standardized extract (25-75% gymnemic acids). Blocks sweet taste receptors for 1-2 hours. The most studied form for blood sugar support.
Cannabis sativa (protein)
Protein powder from hemp seeds — 50% protein, complete amino acids, plus fiber and omega-3. The most nutritionally complete plant protein. No THC/CBD.
Cannabis sativa (seed oil)
Cold-pressed hemp seed oil — ideal 3:1 omega-6 to omega-3 ratio. Contains NO THC or CBD (seeds don't contain cannabinoids). Rich in GLA. Food-grade nutrition.
5 Mushroom dual-extract tincture
Five medicinal mushrooms dual-extracted in one tincture — Reishi, Turkey Tail, Chaga, Cordyceps, Lion's Mane. The broadest-spectrum immune mushroom format.
Ginger + Turmeric + Lemon + Cayenne + Honey
Concentrated 1-2 oz wellness shot — the café immunity staple. Combines five evidence-based ingredients. Intense but effective. Daily during cold season.
Brassica rapa (fermented)
Korean fermented cabbage — rich in Lactobacillus kimchii and other probiotics. Used for gut health, immune support, and metabolic health. A functional food staple.
Aloe barbadensis
Ayurvedic cooling herb used for skin burns, constipation (latex), liver support, and menstrual regulation. Gel and latex have very different therapeutic profiles.
Citrus limon
Important preventative medicine with high vitamin C. Antiseptic, antibacterial, and antirheumatic. Strengthens blood vessel walls and is useful for colds, flu, and circulatory problems.
Melissa officinalis
A gentle, lemon-scented herb used for calming, digestive comfort, and cognitive support. Excellent for children.
Melissa officinalis (500mg)
Standard lemon balm capsule — 500mg. For anxiety, sleep, and cognitive support. Non-drowsy at moderate doses. Safe for children. Also supports HSV management.
Melissa officinalis (tea)
One of the most pleasant herbal teas — lemon-scented, calming, and digestive. Safe for children. Best fresh. Combines beautifully with chamomile for bedtime.
Melissa officinalis (tincture)
Alcohol-extracted lemon balm — for acute anxiety, cold sores (topical), and digestive calm. 30-60 drops as needed. One of the gentlest and safest nervine tinctures.
Citrus limon (essential oil)
Cold-pressed lemon peel oil — rich in d-limonene (90-95%). For aromatherapy: mood, focus, and air purification. D-limonene has clinical evidence for GERD (internal capsule form). Photosensitizing — avoid sun exposure on applied skin for 12 hours.
Hericium erinaceus
A medicinal mushroom studied for its unique ability to support nerve health, cognitive function, and brain health.
Hericium erinaceus (500mg)
Standard Lion's Mane capsule — 500mg fruiting body. Look for "fruiting body" not "mycelium on grain." Beta-glucan content matters more than total weight.
Hericium erinaceus (extract)
Dual-extracted (hot water + alcohol) Lion's Mane — captures both beta-glucans and hericenones/erinacines for nerve growth factor support.
Hericium erinaceus (gummy)
Lion's Mane in gummy form — the trendy format for cognitive support. Check actual mushroom extract dose per gummy (many are underdosed). Look for fruiting body extract.
Hericium erinaceus (powder)
Whole fruiting body powder — provides beta-glucans when hot-water extracted. Add to coffee, smoothies, or cooking. Different from mycelium-on-grain products.
Hericium erinaceus (tea)
Dried Lion's Mane sliced and simmered 20-30 minutes. Extracts water-soluble polysaccharides for immune support. The traditional Asian preparation.
Hericium erinaceus (tincture)
Dual-extracted Lion's Mane tincture — both hot water and alcohol extraction. Captures polysaccharides AND hericenones/erinacines. The most comprehensive NGF-supporting format.
Magnesium L-threonate (Magtein)
The ONLY form of magnesium shown to cross the blood-brain barrier. Studied for cognitive function, memory, and sleep. Patented as Magtein. 1-2g daily.
Magnesium oxide
The most common but LEAST bioavailable magnesium form (4% absorption). Best used as a laxative/stool softener rather than for magnesium repletion. Very inexpensive.
Magnesium taurate
Magnesium chelated to taurine — the cardiovascular-specific magnesium. Both magnesium and taurine support heart rhythm and blood pressure. Gentle on GI.
Magnolia officinalis
A TCM herb for digestive stagnation and phlegm, now studied for its compounds honokiol and magnolol which support relaxation and sleep.
Schisandra chinensis
The "five flavor berry" of TCM — sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and pungent. An adaptogenic liver protector used for stress, mental clarity, and endurance.
Ophiopogon japonicus
TCM yin-nourishing herb for Lung and Stomach — for dry cough, thirst, constipation from dryness, and palpitations. Moistening and cooling. Key herb in Mai Men Dong Tang (for dry cough) and Sheng Mai San (for qi/yin deficiency). Common ornamental plant.
Leptospermum scoparium (lozenge)
Lozenges made with genuine Manuka honey — provides direct MGO antimicrobial action to the throat. Check for UMF/MGO rating on product. Delicious and effective.
Cannabis sativa
Ancient medicinal plant with analgesic, antiemetic, and antispasmodic properties. Seeds (Huo Ma Ren) are used in Chinese medicine as a gentle laxative. Subject to extensive legal restrictions.
Althaea officinalis
Premier demulcent — root is 25-35% mucilage. For GERD, gastritis, sore throats, dry coughs, and UTIs. Original marshmallow candy was made from this root. Cold infusion (overnight soak) extracts maximum mucilage.
Pistacia lentiscus
A Mediterranean resin from Chios, Greece. Studied for H. pylori, peptic ulcers, digestive health, and oral hygiene. EU-protected origin.
Pistacia lentiscus (extract)
Standardized mastic gum extract from Chios, Greece. Clinical evidence for H. pylori, peptic ulcers, and digestive health. EU-protected origin.
Cocos nucifera (medium chain triglycerides)
Concentrated medium-chain triglycerides from coconut — rapidly absorbed for energy. Used for cognitive support, athletic performance, and ketogenic diets.
MSM (organic sulfur)
An organic sulfur compound found in plants. Used for joint comfort, hair/skin/nail health, and exercise recovery. One of the most popular joint supplements.
Glycine max (fermented paste)
Japanese fermented soybean paste — rich in probiotics, B vitamins, and isoflavones. Used for gut health, immune support, and as a mineral-rich broth base.
Morus alba
Mulberry leaf — studied for blood sugar support (DNJ compound). The fruit (Sang Shen) nourishes blood and yin in TCM. Leaf and berry have different uses.
Mahonia aquifolium
Pacific Northwest berberine source — sustainable alternative to Goldenseal. For psoriasis (topical), liver support, and infections. Contains berberine, berbamine, and oxyacanthine. Oregon state flower.
Mucuna pruriens
An Ayurvedic herb containing natural L-DOPA — a dopamine precursor. Used for mood, motivation, male vitality, and studied for Parkinson's support.
Paeonia suffruticosa
TCM blood-cooling and blood-moving herb — for yin deficiency with heat signs (night sweats, afternoon fever) and blood stasis. Key herb in Liu Wei Di Huang Wan and Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan. For menstrual irregularity and inflammatory skin conditions.
Commiphora mukul
Unani medicine resin (overlaps with Ayurvedic Guggulu) for obesity, hyperlipidemia, and arthritis. Contains guggulsterones which modulate lipid metabolism.
10 Mushroom Blend
10 medicinal mushrooms in one capsule — Reishi, Lion's Mane, Chaga, Cordyceps, Turkey Tail, Maitake, Shiitake, Agaricus, Meshima, Tremella. Broadest immune modulation.
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