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 (tincture)

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

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 (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.

Glinus oppositifolius

West African and South Asian herb used in Sahelian traditional medicine for malaria, abdominal pain, and intestinal worms. Contains saponins and flavonoids. Used in Burkinabe and Malian folk medicine. Also consumed as famine food after boiling to remove bitterness.

Globularia alypum

North African and Mediterranean shrub used in Moroccan, Tunisian, and Algerian traditional medicine as laxative, for diabetes, and liver conditions. Contains globularin (aucubin derivative) and flavonoids. Widely sold in Maghreb herbalist shops.

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.

Galega officinalis

Historical source of metformin — guanidine compounds in this plant inspired the worlds most prescribed diabetes drug. Also used as galactagogue (increases breast milk). Toxic to livestock in large amounts.

Tribulus terrestris

An Ayurvedic herb for urinary health, kidney support, and male vitality. The fruit and root have different therapeutic profiles.

Wedelia trilobata

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

Ribes aureum

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

Turmeric + Coconut Oil + Black Pepper + Water

The specific "Doug English" golden paste recipe — cooked turmeric, coconut oil, black pepper, and water. The viral recipe that started the golden paste movement.

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.

Evodia rutaecarpa

Kampo warming herb for migraine headache, nausea, cold abdominal pain, and mouth sores. Contains evodiamine with analgesic and thermoregulatory effects.

Centella asiatica

An Ayurvedic herb used to support cognitive function, skin health, and wound healing. Sometimes confused with Bacopa (also called Brahmi).

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.

Centella asiatica (powder)

Whole herb powder form — less concentrated than extract but provides full spectrum of triterpenoids. Traditional form used in Ayurveda for centuries.

Centella asiatica (tea)

Fresh or dried Gotu Kola leaf tea — the traditional form used daily in Sri Lanka and India for cognitive support, longevity, and wound healing.

Lycium barbarum

TCM yin-nourishing superfruit — for eyes, liver, and kidneys. Eaten daily by Chinese elders. Contains zeaxanthin (eye protection), LBPs (polysaccharides), and betaine. Clinical evidence for macular degeneration. Sweet, pleasant taste. A true food-medicine.

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.

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.

Citrus paradisi

Grapefruit seed extract — controversial. Natural antimicrobial or synthetic preservative? Many products contain added benzethonium chloride. Quality varies widely.

Citrus paradisi (seed)

Controversial extract — antimicrobial effects may be from added synthetic preservatives, not the grapefruit itself. Some products contain benzethonium chloride.

Sorbus sitchensis

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid. Documented among Heiltzuk.

Lobelia siphilitica

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, anthelmintic, antirheumatic (internal), cold remedy, dermatological aid, febrifuge. Documented among Cherokee, Iroquois, Meskwaki.

Sanguisorba officinalis

TCM herb for cooling blood and stopping bleeding — for hemorrhoids, bloody diarrhea, and heavy menstruation. Astringent tannins. Used topically for burns and eczema. Both European and TCM traditions.

Rhododendron maximum

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, antirheumatic (internal), ceremonial medicine, heart medicine, other. Documented among Cherokee.

Grindelia camporum

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, analgesic, orthopedic aid, blood medicine. Documented among Costanoan, Kawaiisu, Mewuk.

Malaxis unifolia

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

Peltandra virginica

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

Coffea arabica (400mg)

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

Sorbus scopulina

Native American medicinal plant used as pediatric aid, urinary aid, febrifuge, tonic. Documented among Okanagan-Colville, Wet'suwet'en.

Mirabilis greenei

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

Chrysothamnus greenei

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, misc. disease remedy. Documented among Navajo.

Mixed green vegetable juice

Cold-pressed juice from kale, celery, cucumber, spinach, and other greens. Provides concentrated phytonutrients without fiber. Popular daily wellness ritual.

Perna canaliculus

A New Zealand shellfish extract rich in unique omega-3s (ETA) and GAGs. Clinical evidence for joint comfort and inflammation support.

Chrysothamnus viscidiflorus

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, cold remedy, cough medicine, diaphoretic, antirheumatic (external), misc. disease remedy. Documented among Hopi, Paiute, Shoshoni.

Camellia sinensis (500mg)

Standard green tea extract capsule — 500mg providing EGCG catechins. For metabolism, antioxidant, and cognitive support. Take with food. Monitor liver with long-term use.

Origanum vulgare var. viride

Traditional medicinal plant used for ache(ear), ache(tooth), alopecia, anodyne, bronchitis, cancer, carminative, catarrh, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Astragalus humistratus

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine, dermatological aid, panacea. Documented among Navajo, Ramah.

Glechoma hederacea

A European herb used for respiratory congestion, sinus support, tinnitus, and as a spring tonic. Also used in traditional brewing.

Astragalus crassicarpus

Native American medicinal plant used as anticonvulsive, hemostat, stimulant, tonic, veterinary aid. Documented among Chippewa, Lakota.