Herb Library

Nigella sativa + Raw Honey

Traditional Middle Eastern remedy — black seed mixed into raw honey. Combines the immune benefits of both. Popular in Islamic and Ayurvedic medicine.

Sesamum indicum

Black sesame seeds are used in TCM and Ayurveda for hair health, bone strength, kidney/liver yin nourishment, and constipation.

Juglans nigra

Antifungal and antiparasitic — green hull tincture is the traditional worm remedy. Contains juglone with antifungal properties. Used for ringworm, athletes foot, and intestinal parasites.

Fucus vesiculosus

A brown seaweed rich in iodine and fucoidan, traditionally used for thyroid support and metabolic health.

Bone broth protein powder

Concentrated bone broth powder — type II collagen, glycine, proline, and minerals in convenient powder form. Used for gut healing, joint support, and protein supplementation.

Bovine thymus gland

Desiccated thymus gland from cows — used in European biological medicine for immune modulation. Contains thymosin peptides. Quality varies widely.

Arctium lappa

A traditional blood-cleansing herb used in Western and Japanese traditions to support skin health and detoxification.

Arctium lappa (475mg)

Standard burdock root capsule — the traditional blood-purifying alterative in capsule form. For skin health, liver support, and as a gentle detox herb. 475mg 2-3x daily.

Arctium lappa (tea)

Roasted or raw burdock root tea — a gentle blood-purifying daily tonic. Sweet, earthy flavor. Popular in Japanese cuisine (gobo) and Western herbalism.

Arctium lappa (seed)

Burdock SEEDS (not root) — used in TCM (Niu Bang Zi) for sore throat, skin eruptions, and measles. Different therapeutic profile from the root. Disperses wind-heat.

Brassica oleracea

Medicinal food and poultice herb. Raw cabbage juice is a traditional remedy for peptic ulcers. Leaves are applied as poultices for inflamed joints, skin conditions, and to relieve breastfeeding engorgement.

Coffee + Cacao Butter + MCT

Coffee blended with cacao butter and MCT oil — the high-fat "bulletproof" style coffee for sustained energy and ketosis. Provides smooth, creamy texture without dairy.

Acorus calamus

Ayurvedic brain herb (Vacha) — for clarity, focus, and speech. IMPORTANT: Asian varieties contain beta-asarone (carcinogen). Only American variety (A. calamus var. americanus) is beta-asarone-free.

Calcium salt of D-glucaric acid

A calcium salt found in fruits/vegetables. Inhibits beta-glucuronidase enzyme, preventing recirculation of toxins and excess hormones (especially estrogen).

Calendula officinalis

A gentle, versatile herb widely used topically for skin support and internally for digestive and immune health.

Calendula officinalis (infused oil)

Calendula flowers infused in olive/jojoba oil — the #1 topical healing oil for babies, sensitive skin, diaper rash, eczema, and wound care. Extremely gentle.

Calendula officinalis (tea)

Calendula flowers steeped as tea — for digestive soothing, lymphatic support, and menstrual comfort. Can also be used as a healing skin wash externally. Mild taste.

Calendula officinalis (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted calendula — used both internally for lymphatic/digestive support and externally as a wound wash. Versatile first aid and skin healing remedy.

Eschscholzia californica

A gentle, non-addictive sedative herb native to the American West, used for sleep support and nervous tension. NOT an opiate.

Caloncoba echinata

West African tree whose seed oil (gorli oil) contains chaulmoogric acid — historically important for leprosy treatment. Used in Congolese and Cameroonian traditional medicine for skin diseases and Hansen's disease before modern antibiotics.

Calophyllum brasiliense

South American rainforest tree used in Brazilian and Costa Rican traditional medicine for wound healing, ulcers, and pain. Resin applied to wounds. Bark decoction for rheumatism. Contains calophyllolide and brasiliensic acid with anti-HIV research interest.

Myrciaria dubia

An Amazonian berry with the highest natural vitamin C content of any fruit (2-3% by weight). Used for immune support and as an antioxidant superfood.

Myrciaria dubia (powder)

Freeze-dried Amazonian berry powder — the highest vitamin C fruit on earth (2-3% by weight). 1 tsp provides 700-1000% daily vitamin C. Extremely tart.

Oregano Oil + Caprylic Acid + Berberine

Antifungal combination — Oregano Oil (carvacrol), Caprylic Acid (coconut), Berberine. Multiple mechanisms to address yeast overgrowth. Short-term protocol.

Atractylodes lancea

TCM dampness-drying herb — stronger than Bai Zhu for dampness. For heavy limbs, bloating, joint pain from dampness, and night blindness. Burns well as incense — traditionally burned to fumigate rooms during epidemics. Partner with Huang Bai in Er Miao San.

Aloe ferox

South African aloe species — the latex (yellow sap) is a powerful stimulant laxative. Much stronger than Aloe vera. Used for short-term constipation. The gel is soothing like A. vera.

Aloe ferox (extract)

Concentrated bitter aloe extract — a powerful stimulant laxative. Much stronger than aloe vera gel. SHORT-TERM USE ONLY (max 1-2 weeks).

Physalis peruviana

An Andean superfruit rich in withanolides (like ashwagandha) and vitamins. Used for blood sugar support, immune health, and as a nutritive food.

Gardenia jasminoides

A TCM herb for clearing heat, irritability, and jaundice. Contains crocin (same as saffron) and geniposide. Used in many TCM formulas.

Capparis spinosa (root bark)

Mediterranean and Middle Eastern caper plant root bark (distinct from the culinary bud) used in Unani and Ayurvedic medicine for liver conditions, gout, rheumatism, and spleen disorders. Contains stachydrine and rutin. Important in traditional Arab medicine.

Carum carvi

A culinary seed used medicinally for digestive comfort, particularly for bloating, gas, and colic.

Elettaria cardamomum

The "Queen of Spices" — used in Ayurveda for digestive support, respiratory comfort, and as a warming carminative. Detoxifies caffeine in coffee.

Elettaria cardamomum (tea)

Crushed cardamom pods in hot water or milk — the most fragrant herbal tea. Used in Ayurveda for digestive support, respiratory comfort, and detoxifying caffeine.

Baccharis trimera

Brazilian bitter herb for liver and digestive complaints. Used in gaucho folk medicine for hangover, indigestion, diabetes, and intestinal parasites. Contains clerodane diterpenes and flavonoids. Very bitter — often blended with other herbs.

Rhamnus purshiana

A strong stimulant laxative bark. Must be aged 1+ year before use (fresh bark causes severe cramping). SHORT-TERM USE ONLY (max 1-2 weeks).

Ricinus communis (oil)

Cold-pressed castor oil — used topically for skin/hair or in castor oil packs. Internally as a strong laxative (not recommended regularly). NEVER eat castor beans (ricin).

Uncaria tomentosa

A South American vine used in traditional Peruvian medicine to support immune function and joint comfort.

Uncaria tomentosa (bark)

The inner bark of Cat's Claw vine — standardized for alkaloid content. Used for immune support, inflammation, and digestive health.

Uncaria tomentosa (500mg)

Standard 500mg capsule form — the most common commercial format. Contains both POA and TOA alkaloids. 1-3 capsules daily typical dose.

Uncaria tomentosa (extract)

Standardized Cat's Claw extract — some forms are "TOA-free" (pentacyclic alkaloid only) for immune protocols. More concentrated than raw bark.

Uncaria tomentosa (tea)

Traditional preparation — inner bark simmered for 20+ minutes. Milder than capsules/tinctures but still provides alkaloids. The original Peruvian method.

Uncaria tomentosa (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted Cat's Claw — more concentrated than tea or capsules. 30-60 drops 2-3x daily. The preferred format for Lyme disease protocols.

Orthosiphon aristatus

A Southeast Asian herb widely used for kidney/urinary support. Popular as "kidney tea" in Germany and across Asia. Diuretic and anti-inflammatory.

Cecropia obtusifolia

Central American blood sugar herb — traditional Maya remedy for diabetes. Contains chlorogenic acid and isoorientin. Anti-diabetic action through alpha-glucosidase inhibition. Used in Mexican traditional medicine. Fast-growing pioneer tree species.

Thuja occidentalis

Traditional immune stimulant and wart remedy — contains thujone (neurotoxic in excess). Homeopathic Thuja is used for warts and vaccine reactions. Herbal form requires careful dosing. External use for warts.

Chelidonium majus

European liver and gallbladder herb — yellow-orange sap used topically for warts. Contains chelidonine and berberine. German Commission E approved for biliary spasm. HEPATOTOXICITY risk — professional use only.

Apium graveolens

Cleansing diuretic herb used for rheumatic conditions, gout, and arthritis. Seeds help kidneys dispose of urates and waste products, and have urinary antiseptic properties.

Apium graveolens (juice)

Trending health drink — provides apigenin, luteolin, and phthalides. Used for blood pressure support, anti-inflammatory effects, and digestive health.