Herb Library

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 (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.

Glycyrrhiza glabra (450mg)

Standard licorice root capsule — WHOLE licorice with glycyrrhizin. MAX 4-6 weeks. For adrenal support, sore throat, and digestive ulcers. Use DGL for long-term.

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 (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 (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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Reishi + Turkey Tail + Chaga + Maitake + Shiitake

Five premier medicinal mushrooms combined. Each provides unique beta-glucans and triterpenoids. Broader immune modulation than any single mushroom.

Urtica dioica leaf (435mg)

Nettle leaf capsule — freeze-dried preserves active compounds best. For allergies: 300mg freeze-dried 3x daily at onset. Also a nutritive mineral supplement.

Urtica dioica leaf (435mg)

Standard nettle LEAF capsule — for allergies (freeze-dried) and as a nutritive mineral supplement. 435mg 2-3x daily. Freeze-dried form best for allergy support.

Urtica dioica root (250mg)

Standard nettle ROOT capsule — specifically for prostate/BPH support. Different from nettle LEAF (nutritive). 240-480mg daily. Often combined with Saw Palmetto.

Urtica dioica (soup)

Cooked nettle soup — a Northern European spring tradition. Cooking deactivates the stinging hairs. Rich in iron, calcium, and chlorophyll. Tastes like rich spinach soup.

Olea europaea (fruit extract)

Concentrated olive polyphenols (hydroxytyrosol) — the most potent natural antioxidant measured by ORAC. Provides olive oil benefits without the calories.

Passiflora incarnata (400mg)

Standard passionflower capsule — 400mg extract. For anxiety: take during the day (non-drowsy at moderate doses). For sleep: take 30 min before bed.

Passiflora incarnata (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted passionflower — fast-acting for acute anxiety. 30-60 drops as needed. Can be combined with skullcap for stronger calming effect.

Picrorhiza scrophulariiflora

Tibetan and Chinese medicinal plant — substitute for the endangered P. kurroa. Used for liver protection, fever, and digestive complaints. Contains picroside I-IV with hepatoprotective and anti-inflammatory activity. Sustainable alternative to Indian kutki.

Apis mellifera propolis (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted propolis — used as a throat spray for sore throat and oral health. Direct antimicrobial action. Also used for cold sores and wound healing.

Prunus africana

African highland tree whose bark extract is widely exported for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Traditional uses include treating malaria, stomachache, and fever. Listed under CITES due to over-exploitation.

Pueraria lobata

TCM herb for releasing the exterior — Ge Gen releases tight neck/upper back muscles during colds. Also studied for alcohol craving reduction. Contains puerarin and daidzein (isoflavones). The invasive vine that ate the American South.

Camellia sinensis (post-fermented)

Post-fermented and aged Chinese tea — contains unique statins, lovastatin, and beneficial microorganisms. Studied for cholesterol, weight, and gut health. Earthy flavor.

Cucurbita pepo (oil)

Cold-pressed oil from pumpkin seeds — rich in zinc, delta-7-sterine. Studied for prostate health (BPH), hair loss, and bladder support.

Phyllanthus niruri

Pan-tropical kidney stone remedy — used in Brazilian, Indian, Chinese, and Caribbean traditional medicine. Dissolves calcium oxalate crystals. Also hepatoprotective (used for hepatitis B in Asia). Name means "stone breaker" in Portuguese and Spanish.

Various plant sources

A flavonoid found in onions, apples, and berries. Used for allergy support (mast cell stabilizer), cardiovascular health, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Quercetin 500mg + Bromelain 100mg

Classic allergy formula — Quercetin stabilizes mast cells while Bromelain enhances quercetin absorption and provides its own anti-inflammatory action. Take 20 min before meals.

Quercetin dihydrate (500mg)

Standard quercetin capsule — 500mg 1-2x daily. The natural mast cell stabilizer for allergies. Take with bromelain for enhanced absorption. 20 min before meals.

Cinchona pubescens

Alternative cinchona species with higher quinine content than C. officinalis. Historical antimalarial. Tonic water originated as a way to make bitter quinine palatable (with gin). Modern tonic water has negligible quinine.

Rauvolfia serpentina

Rauwolfia quickly lowers blood pressure in acute situations through its chief alkaloid reserpine, which relaxes blood vessels around the heart. Also used as a mild relaxant and sedative.

Ganoderma lucidum (500mg)

Standard Reishi capsule — 500mg dual-extracted fruiting body. 1-3g daily. The "mushroom of immortality" in convenient format. Takes weeks-months for full immune modulation.

Ganoderma lucidum (tincture)

Dual-extracted Reishi tincture — captures both water-soluble polysaccharides and alcohol-soluble triterpenes. The most comprehensive extraction in convenient dropper format.

Rhodiola rosea (500mg)

Standard rhodiola capsule — 500mg root extract. Take in the morning (stimulating — don't take at night). For stress, fatigue, and mental performance. Works fast (days-weeks).

Rhodiola rosea (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted Rhodiola — fast-acting adaptogen for acute stress and mental performance. 20-40 drops in morning water. Do NOT take in evening (stimulating).

Rheum palmatum

TCM purgative — "General Rhubarb" clears heat and moves stool. Contains anthraquinones (emodin, rhein). Small doses are astringent/binding; large doses are laxative. Key ingredient in many TCM formulas. NOT the garden rhubarb stalk.

Sarcopoterium spinosum

Middle Eastern thorny shrub root used in Palestinian, Israeli, and Bedouin traditional medicine for diabetes. Clinical studies support significant hypoglycemic activity. Contains triterpenes. Root decoction consumed daily for blood sugar management.

Brassica oleracea (fermented)

Traditionally fermented cabbage — rich in Lactobacillus probiotics, vitamin C, and vitamin K2. Must be raw/unpasteurized for probiotic benefits.

Serenoa repens (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted saw palmetto berry — an alternative to softgels for men who prefer liquid supplements. 60-90 drops twice daily.