Herb Library

Zingiber officinale (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted ginger — the most portable anti-nausea remedy. 20-30 drops in water. Works within minutes for nausea. Also for digestion and circulation.

Zingiber officinale + Curcuma longa (tea)

Fresh ginger and turmeric root simmered together — the most popular anti-inflammatory tea combination. Add black pepper and coconut milk for optimal absorption.

Ginkgo biloba (120mg)

Standard ginkgo extract capsule — 120mg standardized extract. Take 120-240mg daily divided into 2-3 doses. Takes 4-6 weeks for cognitive effects.

Ginkgo biloba (EGb 761)

THE specific standardized extract used in 400+ clinical trials. 24% flavone glycosides, 6% terpene lactones, <5ppm ginkgolic acids. Gold standard for cognitive support.

Ginkgo biloba (standardized)

Standardized to 24% flavone glycosides and 6% terpene lactones. The most studied form for cognitive function, circulation, and tinnitus.

Ginkgo biloba (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted ginkgo leaf — faster absorption than capsules. 30-60 drops 2-3x daily. Same benefits and cautions as standardized extract.

Panax quinquefolius

A cooling adaptogen compared to Asian ginseng, used to support immune function, blood sugar balance, and stress resilience.

Panax ginseng (500mg)

Standard ginseng root capsule — 500mg. Take in the morning (may cause insomnia if taken late). Cycle on 2-3 months, off 2 weeks. Not for daily permanent use.

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.

Panax ginseng (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted ginseng — rapid absorption for energy and cognitive support. 20-40 drops in morning. More fast-acting than capsules. Cycle 2-3 months on, 2 weeks off.

Potentilla glandulosa

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, stimulant, tonic. Documented among Gosiute, Okanagon, Thompson.

Betula pumila

Native American medicinal plant used as gynecological aid, respiratory aid. Documented among Ojibwa.

Cynara cardunculus

Mediterranean plant used as a liver-protective remedy that stimulates bile flow and helps reduce blood cholesterol levels. Clinical trials support use for dyspepsia and mild hyperlipidemia.

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.

Glycine (amino acid)

Simplest amino acid with profound calming effects — improves sleep quality (3g before bed), supports collagen synthesis, and acts as inhibitory neurotransmitter. Sweet taste (glycine = sweet in Greek). For sleep, joint health, and detoxification.

Wedelia trilobata

Traditional medicinal plant used for amenorrhea, dysentery, feet, fever, sore.

Laburnum anagyroides

Traditional medicinal plant used for fatality, poison.

Verbesina encelioides

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, febrifuge. Documented among Hopi, Navajo, Kayenta.

Ribes aureum

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, orthopedic aid. Documented among Paiute, Shoshoni.

Rumex maritimus

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid. Documented among Navajo, Kayenta.

Ericameria arborescens

Native American medicinal plant used as antirheumatic (external), dermatological aid, gastrointestinal aid, gynecological aid, orthopedic aid. Documented among Miwok.

Dalea aurea

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, gastrointestinal aid. Documented among Dakota.

Opuntia aurea

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, dermatological aid. Documented among Shoshoni.

Hydrastis canadensis (500mg)

Standard goldenseal capsule — 500mg. SHORT-TERM USE ONLY (max 2-3 weeks). Not for daily long-term use. Rich in berberine. Endangered — consider Oregon Grape instead.

Coreopsis tinctoria

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal. Documented among Cherokee.

Philadelphus lewisii

Native American medicinal plant used as cathartic, dermatological aid, antirheumatic (external), breast treatment, hemorrhoid remedy, pulmonary aid. Documented among Okanagan-Colville, Snohomish, Thompson.

Centella asiatica (400mg)

Standard Gotu Kola capsule — 400mg. For cognitive support, wound healing, and venous health. 400mg 2-3x daily. Takes weeks for cognitive effects.

Centella asiatica (extract)

Standardized extract of Centella asiatica (asiaticoside, madecassoside). Evidence-based for wound healing, scarring, and venous insufficiency.

Ranunculus inamoenus

Native American medicinal plant used as hunting medicine. Documented among Navajo, Ramah.

Mammillaria grahamii

Native American medicinal plant used as ear medicine. Documented among Pima.

Passiflora foetida

Traditional medicinal plant used for amygdalitis, asthma, bilious, cold, cough, cyanogenetic, depurative, emetic, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Selenicereus grandiflorus

Grand cactus is a heart tonic that helps restore heart function, strengthen the heart muscle including contraction and electrical communications, and relieve chest and breath restriction.

Leptodactylon pungens

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, kidney aid, disinfectant, gynecological aid, eye medicine. Documented among Navajo, Kayenta, Navajo, Ramah, Shoshoni.

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.

Petradoria pumila

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, breast treatment, gynecological aid, dermatological aid, cathartic, ceremonial medicine. Documented among Hopi, Navajo, Kayenta, Navajo, Ramah.

Betula populifolia

Native American medicinal plant used as hemorrhoid remedy, dermatological aid, emetic. Documented among Iroquois, Malecite, Micmac.

Ligusticum grayi

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, cold remedy, cough medicine, gastrointestinal aid, panacea, pediatric aid. Documented among Atsugewi.

Chelidonium majus

A traditional European liver and gallbladder herb. The orange sap was used for warts. HEPATOTOXIC — professional use only, short-term.

Rumex orbiculatus

Native American medicinal plant used as antirheumatic (external), antidote, blood medicine. Documented among Cree, Woodlands, Meskwaki, Potawatomi.

Papaver bracteatum

A medicinal plant (Papaver bracteatum) from the Papaveraceae family used in traditional medicine.

Digitalis lanata

Traditional medicinal plant used for cardiotonic, diuretic, dropsy, heart, poison, renitis, stimulant(cardio), tonic.

Malaxis unifolia

Native American medicinal plant used as diuretic. Documented among Ojibwa.

Coffea arabica (unroasted)

Unroasted coffee beans — higher in chlorogenic acid than roasted. Studied for blood sugar, blood pressure, and weight management support.

Coffea arabica (400mg)

Standard green coffee bean extract capsule — 400mg standardized to 45-50% chlorogenic acid. For blood sugar and weight management. Contains caffeine.

Mirabilis greenei

Native American medicinal plant used as pediatric aid. Documented among Karok.