Welcome to our Herb Glossary. Here you will find a list of herbs that are used in our products. Explore each herb to find out the origin, medicinal uses, and properties.

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Ashwaganda

Latin name: Withania Somnifera

Herb Action: Anti-stress, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-arthritic

Flavor Profile: Bitter, astringent, earthy

Origin: Native to India, Southeast Asia

Medicinal Uses: Improves immunity, reduces cortisol and anxiety, decreases inflammation in the body, reduces fatigue, promotes cognitive function

Citation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3252722/#:~:text=The%20available%20scientific%20data%20support,analgesic%20and%20anti%2Dinflammatory%20etc.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10147008/

Burdock

Latin name: Arctium lappa

Herb Action: Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-bacterial, diuretic

Flavor Profile: Earthy, mildly sweet

Origin: Native to Europe and Asia

Medicinal Uses: Improves gastrointestinal health, supports microbiome, improves skin health

Citation: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/burdock-root

Chamomile

Latin name: Matricaria recutita

Herb Action: Analgesic, anti-parasitic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, mild sedative

Flavor Profile: Earthy, floral sweetness

Origin: Native to Europe, Africa, and Asia

Medicinal Uses: Reduces skin inflammation, improves digestion. relieves menstrual pain, reduces stress, promotes healthy sleep

Citation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2995283/#:~:text=Chamomile%20preparations%20are%20commonly%20used,%2C%20rheumatic%20pain%2C%20and%20hemorrhoids.

Fennel

Latin name: Foeniculum vulgare

Herb Action: Anti-nauseant, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial

Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet, licorice

Origin: Native to Europe, Africa, and Asia

Medicinal Uses: Promotes healthy digestion, reduces nausea, alleviates cramps and bloating, reduces gas, improves hormonal balance in women

Citation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4137549/

Ginger

Latin name: Zingiber officinale

Herb Action: anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic

Flavor Profile: Sweet, spicy, citric

Origin: Native to Asia

Medicinal Uses: Eases nausea, relieves menstrual cramps, soothes sore throat, reduces inflammation

Citation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK92775/

Gotu Kola

Latin name: Centella asiatica

Herb Action: Antidiabetic, antimicrobial, antioxidant

Flavor Profile: Mild and slightly bitter

Origin: Native to India, Japan, China, Indonesia, South Pacific, South Africa, Sri Lanka

Medicinal Uses: Memory enhancing, lowers blood pressure, improves cognitive function, reduces stress

Citation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26602573/

Gingko Biloba

Latin name: Gingko biloba

Herb Action: antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-apoptotic, anti-diabetic, antidepressant, neuroprotective

Flavor Profile: Earthy, nutty

Origin: Native to China

Medicinal Uses: Enhances cognition and memory, reduces stress and anxiety

Citation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8901348/

Green Tea

Latin name: Camellia sinensis

Herb Action: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, astrigent

Flavor Profile: Grassy, nutty, floral, sweet, earthy

Origin: Native to China

Medicinal Uses: Boosts immunity, relieves stress and anxiety, controls blood pressure, reduces inflammation, regulates blood sugar levels

Citation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2855614/

Lemon Balm

Latin name: Melissa officinalis

Herb Action: Antioxidant, anti-depressant, anti-inflammatory, spasmolytic, hypoglycemic, sedative

Flavor Profile: Lemon-like, sweet, earthy, minty

Origin: Native to Mediterranean, Southern Europe, North Africa, and Central Asia

Medicinal Uses: Reduces inflammation and pain, relieves stress, improves sleep, improves cognitive function

Citation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5871149/

Lemon grass

Latin name: Cymboopogon citratus

Herb Action: Antioxidant, antibacterial, diuretic, anti-spasmodic, analgesic

Flavor Profile: Floral, sweet, citrusy

Origin: Native to Southeast Asia

Medicinal Uses: Reduces stress and anxiety, lowers blood pressure, reduces nausea, promotes healthy digestion

Citation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3217679/#:~:text=Cymbopogon%20citratus%2C%20Stapf%20(Lemon%20grass)%20is%20a%20widely%20used,%2C%20ketones%2C%20aldehyde%20and%20esters.

Peppermint

Latin name: Mentha piperita

Herb Action: Antimicrobial, antiviral, anti-spasmodic, immunomodulatory

Flavor Profile: Sweet, minty

Origin: Native to Mediterranean and Northern Africa

Medicinal Uses: Reduces symptoms of IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), promotes healthy digestion, reduces bloating and indigestion

Citation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10649426/

Raspberry Leaf

Latin name: Rubus idaeus

Herb Action: Antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, galactagogue, relaxant

Flavor Profile: Sweet, grassy, earthy

Origin: Europe, Asia, North America

Medicinal Uses: Strengthens and tones uterus, relieves menstrual pain, reduces inflammation

Citation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7871383/

Slippery Elm

Latin name: Ulmus rubra

Herb Action: Anti-inflammatory, demulcent

Flavor Profile: Sweet and earthy

Origin: Native to eastern North America

Medicinal Uses: Soothes and coats the intestinal tract and throat, soothes cough and sore throat, promotes healthy digestion

Citation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6065514/

Rose Hips

Latin name: Rosa canina

Herb Action: Anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, antimicrobial

Flavor Profile: Fruity and Tart

Origin: Native to Europe, Asia, North Arica

Medicinal Uses: Rich in Vitamin C, boosts immunity, regulate menstrual flow

Citation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5485961/