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Panax ginseng (standardized)
Standardized to 4-7% ginsenosides. The most clinically studied form for energy, cognitive function, and immune support. G115 is a well-known standardization.
Centella asiatica (extract)
Standardized extract of Centella asiatica (asiaticoside, madecassoside). Evidence-based for wound healing, scarring, and venous insufficiency.
Citrus paradisi (seed)
Controversial extract — antimicrobial effects may be from added synthetic preservatives, not the grapefruit itself. Some products contain benzethonium chloride.
Vitis vinifera (seed)
Rich in OPCs (oligomeric proanthocyanidins) — powerful antioxidants studied for cardiovascular, skin, and venous health. 20x stronger than vitamin C.
Vitis vinifera (95% OPC)
Standardized to 95% OPCs (oligomeric proanthocyanidins). 100-300mg daily. Used for cardiovascular health, capillary strength, skin aging, and venous insufficiency.
Secale cereale
Standardized extract of rye grass pollen (Cernilton) clinically studied for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and chronic prostatitis. Systematic reviews show benefit for urinary symptoms associated with BPH.
Digitalis lanata
Traditional medicinal plant used for cardiotonic, diuretic, dropsy, heart, poison, renitis, stimulant(cardio), tonic.
Coffea arabica (400mg)
Standard green coffee bean extract capsule — 400mg standardized to 45-50% chlorogenic acid. For blood sugar and weight management. Contains caffeine.
Camellia sinensis (EGCG extract)
Concentrated green tea catechins — standardized for EGCG. More potent than drinking tea. Used for metabolic, cardiovascular, and cognitive support. Liver caution.
Camellia sinensis (decaf extract)
Decaffeinated green tea extract — provides EGCG catechins without caffeine. For those sensitive to caffeine who still want antioxidant/metabolic benefits.
Grewia tenax
Sahelian and Arabian shrub used in Sudanese and Yemeni traditional medicine for anemia, trachoma, and as galactagogue. Fruit is nutritious — eaten fresh or dried across the Sahel. Root decoction for chest complaints. Contains flavonoids and tannins.
Tinospora cordifolia (standardized)
Standardized Guduchi/Giloy extract — typically to 2.5% bitter principles. Ayurvedic immunomodulator for allergies, autoimmune conditions, and fever. Recently controversial in India due to liver toxicity reports (possibly from adulteration or Tinospora crispa contamination).
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.
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.
Herb + Apple Cider Vinegar + Honey
Ancient preparation combining herbs extracted in vinegar and honey. The base of fire cider. An alcohol-free extraction method suitable for children and those avoiding alcohol.
Ocimum tenuiflorum (extract)
Standardized Tulsi extract — concentrated ursolic acid and eugenol. The most studied form for stress resilience, blood sugar, and cognitive support.
Aesculus hippocastanum (extract)
Standardized to 16-20% aescin. Clinical evidence comparable to compression stockings for CVI. The most studied herbal vein supplement.
Equisetum arvense (extract)
Standardized extract of horsetail — provides bioavailable silica for bone, hair, nail, and connective tissue support. More concentrated than tea form.
Astragalus membranaceus (extract)
Standardized astragalus extract — concentrated polysaccharides and astragalosides for deep immune tonic and energy support. Take as a tonic, not during acute illness.
Hypoxis colchicifolia
Southern African relative of African potato (H. hemerocallidea) used in Zulu medicine for urinary conditions, testicular swelling, and dizziness. Contains hypoxoside and rooperol. Less studied than African potato but widely used in KwaZulu-Natal.
Ilex guayusa
Ecuadorian Amazonian holly relative cultivated by Kichwa peoples for millennia as dawn ritual tea. Contains caffeine (highest of any holly), theobromine, and L-theanine. Provides alert calm like matcha. For energy, focus, and digestive health. Sustainable agroforestry crop.
Lagochilus inebrians
A medicinal plant (Lagochilus inebrians) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.
Hedera helix (extract)
The most prescribed herbal cough remedy in Germany (Prospan/EA 575). Clinical evidence for acute bronchitis, productive cough, and COPD. Safe for children.
Telesonix jamesii
Native American medicinal plant used as pulmonary aid. Documented among Cheyenne.
Spatholobus suberectus
TCM blood-nourishing and blood-moving herb — name means "Chicken Blood Vine" because the cut stem bleeds red sap. For menstrual irregularity, numbness, and blood deficiency with stasis. Both nourishes and moves blood (unusual combination).
Piper methysticum (extract)
Standardized to 30-70% kavalactones. Clinical evidence for anxiety comparable to benzodiazepines. Use ONLY noble kava root extract. Monitor liver.
Hericium erinaceus (extract)
Dual-extracted (hot water + alcohol) Lion's Mane — captures both beta-glucans and hericenones/erinacines for nerve growth factor support.
Milk Thistle + Dandelion + Beet + Lemon
Functional smoothie combining liver-supporting herbs with beetroot and lemon. Daily liver support in a whole-food format. Much gentler than aggressive "detox" protocols.
Phlox longifolia
Native American medicinal plant used as antirheumatic (external), cold remedy, gastrointestinal aid, pediatric aid, blood medicine, cathartic. Documented among Havasupai, Okanagan-Colville, Paiute.
Tagetes erecta (FloraGLO)
Standardized free-form lutein from marigold — the form used in AREDS2 study. 10-20mg daily for macular health and blue light protection.
Lutein/Zeaxanthin (10mg/2mg)
Macular pigment carotenoids — filter blue light and protect against age-related macular degeneration. AREDS2 formula includes 10mg lutein + 2mg zeaxanthin. From marigold (Tagetes) flower extract. Takes 6+ months to build macular pigment density.
Lycium chinense (bark)
The root bark of the wolfberry plant — used differently from the berry. Clears deficiency heat, cools blood, and reduces steaming bone syndrome.
Lepidium meyenii (6:1 extract)
Concentrated maca extract — 6:1 ratio means 1 capsule equals 6x the raw powder. More potent and convenient than powder form.
Macropiper excelsum
New Zealand pepper tree closely related to kawakawa. Maori rongoā for stomach complaints, bladder issues, and as topical pain reliever. Leaves often characteristically riddled with insect holes. Contains myristicin and elemicin. Important cultural plant.
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.
Althaea officinalis (extract)
Concentrated marshmallow root — higher mucilage content than tea form. Used for GI, respiratory, and urinary tract soothing. The most demulcent herb.
Pistacia lentiscus (extract)
Standardized mastic gum extract from Chios, Greece. Clinical evidence for H. pylori, peptic ulcers, and digestive health. EU-protected origin.
Ageratum conyzoides
Traditional medicinal plant used for abdomen, abortifacient, ague, boil, burn, colic, collyrium, contraceptive, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.
Litsea glaucescens var. glaucescens
Traditional medicinal plant used for ache(stomach), colic.
Silene laciniata
Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, other. Documented among Keres, Western.
Purshia mexicana
Native American medicinal plant used as cold remedy, laxative, antirheumatic (internal), dermatological aid, cathartic, venereal aid. Documented among Havasupai, Hualapai, Paiute.
Rumex salicifolius
Native American medicinal plant used as gynecological aid, throat aid, antirheumatic (external), panacea, abortifacient, febrifuge. Documented among Apache, White Mountain, Blackfoot, Cree, Woodlands.
Physalis philadelphica
Native American medicinal plant used as eye medicine. Documented among Diegueno.
Sebastiania bilocularis
Native American medicinal plant used as poison. Documented among Seri.
Pinus cembroides
A medicinal plant (Pinus cembroides) from the Pinaceae family used in traditional medicine.
Plantago australis
Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid. Documented among Tolowa, Yurok.
Conopholis alpina
Native American medicinal plant used as tuberculosis remedy. Documented among Keres, Western.
Chenopodium ambrosioides
Native American medicinal plant used as febrifuge, panacea, tonic, analgesic, anthelmintic, pediatric aid. Documented among Creek, Houma, Koasati.
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