Herb & Natural Remedy Directory

157 herbs and natural remedies from 6 healing traditions with comprehensive information on mechanisms, dosages, interactions, and evidence levels

TCMGES: 90

Artemisia

Artemisia annua (Qing Hao)

Key Uses:

MalariafeverLyme diseaseSIBO+2 more

Mechanism:

Artemisinin disrupts parasite membranes, antimalarial, antiviral, anticancer

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 89

Ashwagandha

Withania somnifera

Key Uses:

Stressanxietyinsomniafatigue+3 more

Mechanism:

Adaptogenic via withanolides, modulates cortisol and HPA axis, GABAergic, anti-inflammatory

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 88

Milk Thistle

Silybum marianum

Key Uses:

Liver diseasehepatitiscirrhosisfatty liver+2 more

Mechanism:

Hepatoprotective via silymarin (antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, regenerates hepatocytes)

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🟢Established
Western HerbalismGES: 88

St. John's Wort

Hypericum perforatum

Key Uses:

Mild to moderate depressionanxietyseasonal affective disordernerve pain

Mechanism:

Inhibits serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine reuptake; modulates GABA and glutamate receptors

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🟢Established
Western HerbalismGES: 87

Ginger

Zingiber officinale

Key Uses:

Nauseamotion sicknessmorning sicknessarthritis+3 more

Mechanism:

Anti-inflammatory, antiemetic, warming circulatory stimulant, digestive, analgesic

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🟢Established
TCMGES: 87

Ginseng

Panax ginseng (Ren Shen)

Key Uses:

Fatiguestresscognitive functiondiabetes+2 more

Mechanism:

Adaptogenic, modulates HPA axis, neuroprotective, improves glucose metabolism

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Medicinal MushroomGES: 87

Turkey Tail

Trametes versicolor

Key Uses:

Cancer adjunct therapyimmune supportHPVinfections+1 more

Mechanism:

Potent immunomodulation via PSK/PSP, anticancer adjunct, antiviral

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AyurvedaGES: 86

Haridra

Curcuma longa

Key Uses:

Same as Turmeric - inflammationarthritisdigestionliver support

Mechanism:

Same as Turmeric (AY003) - anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, hepatoprotective

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 86

Hawthorn

Crataegus spp.

Key Uses:

CHFanginahypertensionatherosclerosis+1 more

Mechanism:

Increases cardiac contractility, vasodilation, ACE inhibition, antioxidant

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🟢Established
AyurvedaGES: 86

Turmeric

Curcuma longa

Key Uses:

Inflammationarthritisdigestive issuesliver support+2 more

Mechanism:

Anti-inflammatory via curcumin (COX/LOX inhibition), antioxidant, neuroprotective, anticancer

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🟢Established
Western HerbalismGES: 86

Turmeric

Curcuma longa

Key Uses:

Same as AY003

Mechanism:

Same as Ayurvedic Turmeric (AY003)

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🟢Established
Western HerbalismGES: 85

Elderberry

Sambucus nigra

Key Uses:

Flucoldimmune supportsinus infections+1 more

Mechanism:

Inhibits viral neuraminidase, reduces viral replication, modulates cytokine response

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🟢Established
Western HerbalismGES: 85

Garlic

Allium sativum

Key Uses:

Cardiovascular diseasehigh cholesterolhypertensioninfections+2 more

Mechanism:

Antimicrobial (allicin), cardiovascular support, lowers cholesterol and BP, antioxidant, anticoagulant

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🟢Established
TCMGES: 85

Reishi

Ganoderma lucidum (Ling Zhi)

Key Uses:

Immune supportcancer adjunctallergiesliver protection+2 more

Mechanism:

Immunomodulation, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, HPA axis modulation

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Medicinal MushroomGES: 85

Reishi

Ganoderma lucidum

Key Uses:

Immune supportcancer adjunctallergiesliver protection+3 more

Mechanism:

Immunomodulation via polysaccharides, beta-glucans, anti-inflammatory via triterpenes

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 84

Arjuna

Terminalia arjuna

Key Uses:

Heart failureanginahypertensionhigh cholesterol+1 more

Mechanism:

Cardiotonic, inotropic, antihypertensive, antioxidant, hypolipidemic

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 84

Astragalus

Astragalus membranaceus (Huang Qi)

Key Uses:

Immune supportfatiguediabetesheart disease+2 more

Mechanism:

Immunomodulation via polysaccharides, adaptogenic, cardiotonic, antioxidant

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 84

Cayenne

Capsicum annuum

Key Uses:

Pain (topical)poor circulationdigestive supportmetabolic support+1 more

Mechanism:

Stimulates circulation via capsaicin, analgesic (depletes substance P), thermogenic, digestive

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 84

Saw Palmetto

Serenoa repens

Key Uses:

BPHurinary symptomsprostate healthhair loss

Mechanism:

5-alpha-reductase inhibition, anti-inflammatory, anti-androgenic

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🟢Established
Essential OilGES: 83

Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia

Key Uses:

Anxietyinsomniapainwound healing+3 more

Mechanism:

Anxiolytic via linalool, sedative, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, analgesic

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 83

Licorice

Glycyrrhiza uralensis (Gan Cao)

Key Uses:

Adrenal supportulcerscoughinflammation+1 more

Mechanism:

Glycyrrhizin mimics cortisol, harmonizes formulas, anti-inflammatory, demulcent, antiviral

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🟢Established
Western HerbalismGES: 83

Licorice Root

Glycyrrhiza glabra

Key Uses:

Peptic ulcerscoughadrenal fatigueinflammation+1 more

Mechanism:

Glycyrrhizin mimics cortisol, demulcent, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Medicinal MushroomGES: 83

Lion's Mane

Hericium erinaceus

Key Uses:

Cognitive declinedementianerve damagedepression+2 more

Mechanism:

Nerve growth factor (NGF) stimulation, neuroprotective, promotes myelin, cognitive enhancement

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 83

White Willow

Salix alba

Key Uses:

Paininflammationarthritisheadache+2 more

Mechanism:

Anti-inflammatory and analgesic via salicin (converts to salicylic acid), antipyretic

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 82

Boswellia

Boswellia serrata

Key Uses:

Arthritisinflammatory bowel diseaseasthmapain+1 more

Mechanism:

Anti-inflammatory via boswellic acids (5-LOX inhibition), analgesic, antiarthritic

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 82

Chamomile

Matricaria recutita

Key Uses:

Anxietyinsomniaindigestioninflammation+2 more

Mechanism:

Binds benzodiazepine receptors, anti-inflammatory via apigenin, antispasmodic

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🟢Established
Western HerbalismGES: 82

Feverfew

Tanacetum parthenium

Key Uses:

Migraine preventionheadachearthritisfever+1 more

Mechanism:

Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis, serotonin release, platelet aggregation, anti-inflammatory

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 82

Horse Chestnut

Aesculus hippocastanum

Key Uses:

Varicose veinschronic venous insufficiencyhemorrhoidsedema

Mechanism:

Venotonic via aescin, anti-inflammatory, reduces capillary permeability

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 82

Rhodiola

Rhodiola rosea

Key Uses:

Fatiguestressdepressioncognitive function+2 more

Mechanism:

Adaptogenic, modulates HPA axis, enhances mental performance, antifatigue, antidepressant

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 82

Salvia

Salvia miltiorrhiza (Dan Shen)

Key Uses:

Anginaatherosclerosisstroke recoverymenstrual disorders+1 more

Mechanism:

Improves circulation, anticoagulant, cardioprotective, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 82

Tea Tree

Melaleuca alternifolia

Key Uses:

Acnefungal infectionswoundsdandruff+2 more

Mechanism:

Strong antimicrobial (terpinen-4-ol), antifungal, antiviral, anti-inflammatory

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 81

Brahmi

Bacopa monnieri

Key Uses:

Memorycognitive functionanxietyADHD+2 more

Mechanism:

Enhances memory via bacosides, antioxidant, anxiolytic, cholinergic modulation

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 81

Cranberry

Vaccinium macrocarpon

Key Uses:

UTI preventionurinary healthantioxidant supportH. pylori

Mechanism:

Prevents bacterial adhesion (E. coli) to urinary tract via proanthocyanidins, antioxidant

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Medicinal MushroomGES: 81

Maitake

Grifola frondosa

Key Uses:

Cancer adjunctimmune supportdiabeteshigh cholesterol+2 more

Mechanism:

Immunomodulation via D-fraction, blood sugar regulation, anticancer adjunct

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 81

Nettle

Urtica dioica

Key Uses:

AllergiesarthritisBPHkidney support+2 more

Mechanism:

Anti-inflammatory via COX inhibition, antihistamine, diuretic, nutritive

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 81

Peppermint

Mentha x piperita

Key Uses:

IBSindigestionheadachenausea+3 more

Mechanism:

Antispasmodic via menthol, analgesic, carminative, antimicrobial, cooling

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🟢Established
TCMGES: 81

Schisandra

Schisandra chinensis (Wu Wei Zi)

Key Uses:

Stressliver diseasemental fatiguesexual dysfunction+1 more

Mechanism:

Adaptogenic, hepatoprotective via lignan compounds, enhances mental clarity, antioxidant

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 80

Arnica

Arnica montana

Key Uses:

Bruisessprainsmuscle sorenessarthritis+1 more

Mechanism:

Anti-inflammatory via sesquiterpene lactones, analgesic, reduces bruising

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TCMGES: 80

Coptis

Coptis chinensis (Huang Lian)

Key Uses:

Infectionsdiarrheadiabetesconjunctivitis+2 more

Mechanism:

Strong antibacterial via berberine, anti-inflammatory, hypoglycemic, antimicrobial

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 80

Eleuthero

Eleutherococcus senticosus (Ci Wu Jia)

Key Uses:

Stressfatigueimmune supportathletic performance+1 more

Mechanism:

Adaptogenic, modulates HPA axis, immunomodulating, improves endurance

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 80

Fenugreek

Trigonella foenum-graecum

Key Uses:

Diabeteslow milk supplyhigh cholesteroltestosterone support+1 more

Mechanism:

Lowers blood sugar via 4-hydroxyisoleucine, galactagogue, mucilaginous, lowers cholesterol

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 80

Ginger

Zingiber officinale

Key Uses:

Nauseamotion sicknessdigestive issuespain+2 more

Mechanism:

Anti-inflammatory via gingerols, antiemetic, analgesic, warming, circulatory stimulant

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🟢Established
Medicinal MushroomGES: 80

Shiitake

Lentinula edodes

Key Uses:

Immune supporthigh cholesterolcancer adjunctliver health+1 more

Mechanism:

Immunomodulation via lentinan, cholesterol reduction, antimicrobial, liver support

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 80

Valerian

Valeriana officinalis

Key Uses:

Insomniaanxietyrestlessnessmuscle tension+1 more

Mechanism:

Increases GABA availability, modulates GABA-A receptors, mild sedative effect

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🟢Established
Western HerbalismGES: 79

Black Cohosh

Actaea racemosa

Key Uses:

Menopause symptomsPMSmenstrual crampsarthritis

Mechanism:

Serotonergic activity, possible estrogen receptor modulation, anti-inflammatory

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 79

Cordyceps

Cordyceps sinensis/militaris (Dong Chong Xia Cao)

Key Uses:

Fatigueathletic performancelung diseasekidney disease+2 more

Mechanism:

Increases ATP production, adaptogenic, immunomodulation, bronchodilation

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Medicinal MushroomGES: 79

Cordyceps

Cordyceps sinensis/militaris

Key Uses:

Fatigueathletic performancelung diseasekidney disease+2 more

Mechanism:

Increases ATP, modulates immunity, adaptogenic, bronchodilation, improves O2 utilization

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 79

Gymnema

Gymnema sylvestre

Key Uses:

Diabetessugar cravingsweight lossmetabolic syndrome

Mechanism:

Blocks sweet taste receptors, reduces glucose absorption, stimulates insulin secretion

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 78

Calendula

Calendula officinalis

Key Uses:

Wound healingskin inflammationburnsulcers+1 more

Mechanism:

Anti-inflammatory via triterpenoids, vulnerary, antimicrobial, lymphatic stimulant

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Medicinal MushroomGES: 78

Chaga

Inonotus obliquus

Key Uses:

Immune supportcancer preventioninflammationviral infections+2 more

Mechanism:

Antioxidant (highest ORAC), immunomodulation, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anticancer

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 78

Clove

Syzygium aromaticum

Key Uses:

Toothacheoral infectionspainfungal infections+1 more

Mechanism:

Analgesic (eugenol), strong antimicrobial, antifungal, antioxidant, anesthetic

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🟠Independent Research
Western HerbalismGES: 78

Goldenseal

Hydrastis canadensis

Key Uses:

Upper respiratory infectionsdigestive issueseye infectionswound healing+1 more

Mechanism:

Berberine inhibits bacterial adhesion, anti-inflammatory via NF-κB pathway, antimicrobial

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 78

Gotu Kola

Centella asiatica

Key Uses:

Wound healingvaricose veinsanxietycognitive function+2 more

Mechanism:

Enhances collagen synthesis, improves circulation, anxiolytic, neuroprotective, vulnerary

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 78

Scutellaria

Scutellaria baicalensis (Huang Qin)

Key Uses:

Upper respiratory infectionsallergieshepatitisanxiety+2 more

Mechanism:

Anti-inflammatory via baicalin, antibacterial, antiviral, hepatoprotective, neuroprotective

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Rainforest/IndigenousGES: 77

Cat's Claw

Uncaria tomentosa (Uña de Gato)

Key Uses:

Immune supportviral infectionsarthritiscancer adjunct+2 more

Mechanism:

Immunomodulation via pentacyclic oxindole alkaloids, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antitumor

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 77

Mucuna

Mucuna pruriens (Kapikacchu)

Key Uses:

Parkinson's diseasedepressionmale fertilitylibido+2 more

Mechanism:

L-DOPA precursor (dopamine), neuroprotective, aphrodisiac, antioxidant, mood support

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 77

Oregano

Origanum vulgare

Key Uses:

InfectionscandidaSIBOrespiratory infections+2 more

Mechanism:

Strong antimicrobial (carvacrol), antifungal, antiviral, antioxidant, antiparasitic

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 77

Pygeum

Prunus africana

Key Uses:

BPHprostate inflammationurinary symptomsmale fertility

Mechanism:

5-alpha-reductase inhibition, anti-inflammatory, reduces prolactin effects

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 77

Tulsi

Ocimum sanctum/tenuiflorum

Key Uses:

Stressrespiratory infectionsdiabetesinflammation+2 more

Mechanism:

Adaptogenic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, modulates cortisol

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 77

Uva Ursi

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi

Key Uses:

UTIcystitisurinary tract inflammationkidney stones

Mechanism:

Arbutin converts to hydroquinone (urinary antiseptic), astringent, diuretic

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 76

Amalaki

Emblica officinalis

Key Uses:

Same as Amla - immune supportdiabetescholesteroldigestion+1 more

Mechanism:

Same as Amla - antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, rejuvenative

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 76

Amla

Phyllanthus emblica/Emblica officinalis

Key Uses:

Immune supportdiabeteshigh cholesteroldigestion+2 more

Mechanism:

Antioxidant (highest natural vitamin C), anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, rejuvenative

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 76

Bilberry

Vaccinium myrtillus

Key Uses:

Eye healthnight visiondiabetic retinopathyvaricose veins+2 more

Mechanism:

Improves microcirculation, antioxidant via anthocyanins, strengthens capillaries, night vision

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 76

Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus globulus

Key Uses:

Respiratory infectionscongestionsinusitiscough+2 more

Mechanism:

Expectorant, decongestant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 76

Ginkgo

Ginkgo biloba

Key Uses:

Cognitive declinedementiatinnituscirculation+2 more

Mechanism:

Increases circulation, platelet-activating factor antagonist, antioxidant, neuroprotective

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🟢Established
TCMGES: 76

Goji Berry

Lycium barbarum (Gou Qi Zi)

Key Uses:

Eye healthimmune supportliver and kidney toniclongevity+1 more

Mechanism:

Antioxidant via polysaccharides and carotenoids, neuroprotective, immunomodulating

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Rainforest/IndigenousGES: 76

Maca

Lepidium meyenii

Key Uses:

Libidofertilityenergyhormone balance+3 more

Mechanism:

Adaptogenic, hormone balancing (not via phytoestrogens), neuroprotective, energy

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 76

Passionflower

Passiflora incarnata

Key Uses:

AnxietyinsomnianervousnessADHD+1 more

Mechanism:

Increases GABA levels, modulates benzodiazepine receptors, mild MAO inhibition

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Medicinal MushroomGES: 76

Royal Sun Agaricus

Agaricus blazei/brasiliensis

Key Uses:

Cancer adjunctimmune supportallergiesinfections+1 more

Mechanism:

Strong immunomodulation, anticancer via beta-glucans, anti-inflammatory, antiviral

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 76

Thyme

Thymus vulgaris

Key Uses:

Respiratory infectionscoughbronchitisfungal infections+2 more

Mechanism:

Strong antimicrobial (thymol), antifungal, antiviral, expectorant, antioxidant

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 76

White Peony

Paeonia lactiflora (Bai Shao)

Key Uses:

Menstrual crampsPMSliver conditionsmuscle spasms+2 more

Mechanism:

Modulates estrogen, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, neuroprotective

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 75

Black Pepper

Piper nigrum

Key Uses:

Enhances herb/supplement absorptiondigestive supportpaincirculation+1 more

Mechanism:

Increases bioavailability (piperine), stimulating, analgesic, digestive, antioxidant

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Rainforest/IndigenousGES: 75

Camu Camu

Myrciaria dubia

Key Uses:

Immune supportinflammationviral infectionsmood disorders+2 more

Mechanism:

Antioxidant (highest natural vitamin C), anti-inflammatory, antiviral, mood support

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 75

Dong Quai

Angelica sinensis

Key Uses:

Menstrual disordersmenopauseanemiacirculation+1 more

Mechanism:

Modulates estrogen, vasodilation, blood building, uterine tonic

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 75

Dong Quai

Angelica sinensis (Dang Gui)

Key Uses:

Menstrual disordersanemiablood deficiencycirculation+1 more

Mechanism:

Blood building, vasodilation, modulates estrogen, anticoagulant, anti-inflammatory

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 75

Frankincense

Boswellia carterii/sacra

Key Uses:

Inflammationanxietymeditationrespiratory issues+3 more

Mechanism:

Anti-inflammatory via boswellic acids, analgesic, anxiolytic, immune modulating, spiritual use

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Rainforest/IndigenousGES: 75

Lapacho

Tabebuia impetiginosa

Key Uses:

Same as Pau d'Arco

Mechanism:

Same as Pau d'Arco (RF002)

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 75

Lemon Balm

Melissa officinalis

Key Uses:

Anxietyinsomniaindigestionherpes+2 more

Mechanism:

Increases GABA, acetylcholine modulation, antiviral via rosmarinic acid

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Rainforest/IndigenousGES: 75

Pau d'Arco

Tabebuia impetiginosa

Key Uses:

Candidafungal infectionscancer adjunctimmune support+2 more

Mechanism:

Antimicrobial via lapachol and beta-lapachone, antifungal, anticancer, anti-inflammatory

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 75

Peony

Paeonia lactiflora/veitchii (Chi Shao)

Key Uses:

Blood stagnationdysmenorrheatraumainflammation+2 more

Mechanism:

Anti-inflammatory, anticoagulant, antispasmodic, modulates estrogen, hepatoprotective

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 75

Shilajit

Mineral pitch/resin

Key Uses:

Fatiguecognitive functionmale fertilitytestosterone+2 more

Mechanism:

Adaptogenic, mitochondrial support, fulvic acid chelates minerals, antioxidant, rejuvenative

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🟡Emerging Research
AyurvedaGES: 75

Trikatu

Piper nigrum + Piper longum + Zingiber officinale

Key Uses:

Poor digestionlow metabolismrespiratory congestionenhances herb absorption

Mechanism:

Combination formula: digestive stimulant, thermogenic, bioavailability enhancer, expectorant

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 75

Triphala

Terminalia chebula/bellirica/Emblica officinalis

Key Uses:

Constipationdigestive supportdetoxificationeye health+2 more

Mechanism:

Gentle laxative, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, digestive tonic, rejuvenative

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 74

Copaiba

Copaifera spp.

Key Uses:

Paininflammationanxietyskin conditions+2 more

Mechanism:

Anti-inflammatory via beta-caryophyllene (CB2 agonist), analgesic, antimicrobial, neuroprotective

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 74

Eucommia

Eucommia ulmoides (Du Zhong)

Key Uses:

Hypertensionlower back painweak kneesosteoporosis+1 more

Mechanism:

Antihypertensive, strengthens bones and tendons, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 74

Kava

Piper methysticum

Key Uses:

Anxietystressinsomniamuscle tension+1 more

Mechanism:

Modulates GABA receptors, blocks sodium channels, anxiolytic without sedation

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 74

Kudzu

Pueraria lobata (Ge Gen)

Key Uses:

Alcohol cravingshypertensionheadachefever+2 more

Mechanism:

Vasodilation, reduces alcohol cravings, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, estrogenic

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 74

Neem

Azadirachta indica

Key Uses:

Skin conditionsparasitesdental healthdiabetes+2 more

Mechanism:

Antimicrobial, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulating, skin purifying

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 74

Rosemary

Rosmarinus officinalis

Key Uses:

Mental claritymemoryhair growthmuscle pain+2 more

Mechanism:

Stimulating, improves circulation, analgesic, antimicrobial, cognitive enhancement, antioxidant

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 74

Witch Hazel

Hamamelis virginiana

Key Uses:

Hemorrhoidsvaricose veinsskin inflammationminor wounds+1 more

Mechanism:

Astringent via tannins, anti-inflammatory, hemostatic, antimicrobial

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Rainforest/IndigenousGES: 74

Yerba Mate

Ilex paraguariensis

Key Uses:

Energymental clarityweight lossantioxidant support+1 more

Mechanism:

Stimulant via caffeine, antioxidant, thermogenic, appetite suppressant, neuroprotective

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 73

Burdock

Arctium lappa

Key Uses:

Skin conditionsacneeczemaarthritis+3 more

Mechanism:

Blood purifier/alterative, prebiotic (inulin), mild diuretic, antimicrobial, skin detoxification

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TCMGES: 73

Cnidium

Ligusticum chuanxiong (Chuan Xiong)

Key Uses:

Headachedysmenorrheablood stagnationpain+2 more

Mechanism:

Improves circulation, analgesic, moves blood, dispels wind, anti-inflammatory

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Rainforest/IndigenousGES: 73

Guarana

Paullinia cupana

Key Uses:

Fatigueweight losscognitive functionathletic performance+1 more

Mechanism:

Stimulant (high caffeine), thermogenic, cognitive enhancement, appetite suppressant, antioxidant

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AyurvedaGES: 73

Moringa

Moringa oleifera

Key Uses:

Malnutritioninflammationdiabeteslactation+2 more

Mechanism:

Nutritive, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antidiabetic, galactagogue

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 73

Red Clover

Trifolium pratense

Key Uses:

Menopause symptomsPMScancer preventionskin conditions+1 more

Mechanism:

Phytoestrogens (isoflavones) modulate estrogen receptors, alterative, expectorant

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 73

Roman Chamomile

Chamaemelum nobile

Key Uses:

Anxietyinsomniapainskin inflammation+2 more

Mechanism:

Calming, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, digestive

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Rainforest/IndigenousGES: 73

Sangre de Drago

Croton lechleri

Key Uses:

Wound healingulcersdiarrheaskin conditions+3 more

Mechanism:

Vulnerary, antimicrobial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, astringent via proanthocyanidins

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TCMGES: 73

Tribulus

Tribulus terrestris (Bai Ji Li)

Key Uses:

Libidoerectile dysfunctioninfertilityurinary stones+1 more

Mechanism:

Increases testosterone/DHEA, aphrodisiac, diuretic, improves sperm quality

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 72

Echinacea

Echinacea purpurea

Key Uses:

Common coldupper respiratory infectionsimmune supportwound healing

Mechanism:

Stimulates phagocytosis, increases white blood cell activity, enhances interferon production

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🟢Established
AyurvedaGES: 72

Guggul

Commiphora mukul

Key Uses:

High cholesterolatherosclerosisobesityarthritis+2 more

Mechanism:

Hypolipidemic via guggulsterones, anti-inflammatory, thyroid stimulating

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Medicinal MushroomGES: 72

Meshima

Phellinus linteus

Key Uses:

Same as Phellinus

Mechanism:

Same as Phellinus (MM013)

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Medicinal MushroomGES: 72

Phellinus

Phellinus linteus

Key Uses:

Cancer adjunctimmune supportinflammationviral infections+1 more

Mechanism:

Anticancer, immunomodulating, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 72

Pippali

Piper longum

Key Uses:

Respiratory conditionsasthmacoughdigestion+2 more

Mechanism:

Bioavailability enhancer (piperine), expectorant, digestive stimulant, rejuvenative, warming

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Western HerbalismGES: 72

Slippery Elm

Ulmus rubra

Key Uses:

GERDIBSsore throatcough+2 more

Mechanism:

Mucilage soothes and protects mucous membranes, demulcent, mild anti-inflammatory

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Medicinal MushroomGES: 71

Antrodia

Antrodia camphorata

Key Uses:

Liver diseasecancer adjunctimmune supportdetoxification+2 more

Mechanism:

Hepatoprotective, anticancer, immunomodulating, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 71

Helichrysum

Helichrysum italicum

Key Uses:

Wound healingbruisesscarsinflammation+3 more

Mechanism:

Anti-inflammatory, vulnerary, anticoagulant, antioxidant, pain relief

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 71

Pumpkin Seed

Cucurbita pepo

Key Uses:

BPHurinary healthparasitesprostate health+1 more

Mechanism:

5-alpha-reductase inhibition (mild), anti-inflammatory, nutritive (zinc, magnesium)

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Rainforest/IndigenousGES: 70

Damiana

Turnera diffusa

Key Uses:

Low libidoerectile dysfunctionanxietydepression+2 more

Mechanism:

Aphrodisiac, anxiolytic, antidepressant, urinary antiseptic, smooth muscle relaxant

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Essential OilGES: 70

Geranium

Pelargonium graveolens

Key Uses:

Skin carehormone balanceanxietywound healing+2 more

Mechanism:

Balancing, astringent, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, hormone balancing (traditional)

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 70

Lemongrass

Cymbopogon citratus

Key Uses:

Fungal infectionspaininflammationdigestive issues+2 more

Mechanism:

Antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, insect repellent, digestive

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 70

Marshmallow Root

Althaea officinalis

Key Uses:

Coughsore throatgastritisIBS+2 more

Mechanism:

Mucilage coats and soothes mucous membranes, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulating

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 70

Oregon Grape

Mahonia aquifolium

Key Uses:

Psoriasiseczemadigestive issuesliver congestion+1 more

Mechanism:

Berberine antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, liver support, alterative

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 70

Shatavari

Asparagus racemosus

Key Uses:

MenopausePMSfertilitylactation+2 more

Mechanism:

Phytoestrogen, galactagogue, demulcent, adaptogenic, immunomodulating

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Medicinal MushroomGES: 70

Tremella

Tremella fuciformis

Key Uses:

Dry coughskin hydrationimmune supportcognitive function+1 more

Mechanism:

Moistening, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, skin health via polysaccharides, neuroprotective

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Rainforest/IndigenousGES: 69

Catuaba

Trichilia catigua

Key Uses:

Libidoerectile dysfunctionfatiguemood support+2 more

Mechanism:

Aphrodisiac, stimulant (mild), antidepressant, antimicrobial, neuroprotective

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 69

Jujube

Ziziphus jujuba (Da Zao)

Key Uses:

Insomniaanxietydigestive weaknessimmune support+1 more

Mechanism:

Sedative via jujuboside, anxiolytic, digestive tonic, blood building

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Rainforest/IndigenousGES: 69

Muira Puama

Ptychopetalum olacoides

Key Uses:

Erectile dysfunctionlow libidofatiguecognitive function+1 more

Mechanism:

Aphrodisiac, neuroprotective, adaptogenic, acetylcholinesterase inhibition

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 69

Myrrh

Commiphora myrrha

Key Uses:

Wound healinggum diseaseoral infectionsrespiratory infections+1 more

Mechanism:

Antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, astringent, vulnerary, immune support, spiritual

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 69

Sandalwood

Santalum album

Key Uses:

Anxietymeditationskin careurinary infections+2 more

Mechanism:

Anxiolytic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, meditation aid, astringent

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Medicinal MushroomGES: 68

Agarikon

Laricifomes officinalis

Key Uses:

Viral infections (flu, herpes, pox)tuberculosisrespiratory infectionsimmune support

Mechanism:

Antiviral, antibacterial, immunomodulating, anti-inflammatory, respiratory tonic

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TCMGES: 68

Codonopsis

Codonopsis pilosula (Dang Shen)

Key Uses:

Fatiguedigestive weaknessimmune supportanemia+2 more

Mechanism:

Qi tonic, adaptogenic, immunomodulating, digestive tonic, blood building

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 68

Cramp Bark

Viburnum opulus

Key Uses:

Menstrual crampsmuscle spasmsuterine painleg cramps+2 more

Mechanism:

Antispasmodic via viopudial, uterine relaxant, muscle relaxant, mild sedative

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Rainforest/IndigenousGES: 68

Graviola

Annona muricata (Soursop)

Key Uses:

Cancer research (not proven treatment)infectionsparasitesinflammation+1 more

Mechanism:

Anticancer via acetogenins (mitochondrial complex I inhibition), antimicrobial, antiparasitic

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AyurvedaGES: 68

Haritaki

Terminalia chebula

Key Uses:

Constipationdigestiondetoxificationcognitive function+1 more

Mechanism:

Laxative, digestive tonic, antioxidant, antimicrobial, rejuvenative

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 68

Horse Radish

Armoracia rusticana

Key Uses:

Respiratory infectionssinusitisUTIdigestive sluggishness+1 more

Mechanism:

Antimicrobial, expectorant, circulatory stimulant, diuretic, digestive stimulant

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AyurvedaGES: 68

Manjistha

Rubia cordifolia

Key Uses:

Skin conditionsacnelymph congestionblood detox+2 more

Mechanism:

Blood purifier/alterative, lymphatic detoxification, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

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TCMGES: 68

Rehmannia

Rehmannia glutinosa (Di Huang)

Key Uses:

Anemiadiabetesmenopausekidney deficiency+2 more

Mechanism:

Neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, blood building, kidney tonic

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 68

Skullcap

Scutellaria lateriflora

Key Uses:

Anxietyinsomnianervousnesstension headaches+1 more

Mechanism:

GABA-A receptor modulation, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory via COX-2 inhibition

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 68

Vetiver

Vetiveria zizanioides

Key Uses:

AnxietyinsomniaADHDstress+3 more

Mechanism:

Sedative, grounding, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, immune support

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Western HerbalismGES: 68

Yarrow

Achillea millefolium

Key Uses:

Woundsbleedingfeverdigestive issues+2 more

Mechanism:

Promotes blood clotting, anti-inflammatory via sesquiterpene lactones, diaphoretic, antimicrobial

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 68

Ylang Ylang

Cananga odorata

Key Uses:

Anxietydepressionhigh blood pressurestress+2 more

Mechanism:

Sedative, antidepressant, aphrodisiac, antihypertensive, balancing

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 67

Bhringaraj

Eclipta alba/prostrata

Key Uses:

Hair losspremature grayingliver disordersskin conditions+1 more

Mechanism:

Hepatoprotective, hair tonic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, rejuvenative

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 67

Bupleurum

Bupleurum chinense (Chai Hu)

Key Uses:

Liver Qi stagnationfeverhepatitisdepression+2 more

Mechanism:

Liver Qi regulation, anti-inflammatory via saikosaponins, immunomodulating, antipyretic

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 67

Cedarwood

Cedrus atlantica / Juniperus virginiana

Key Uses:

Anxietyskin conditionshair lossrespiratory infections+2 more

Mechanism:

Antiseptic, astringent, sedative, diuretic, insect repellent, grounding

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TCMGES: 67

Chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemum morifolium (Ju Hua)

Key Uses:

Eye conditionsheadachefeverhypertension+2 more

Mechanism:

Antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, antihypertensive, antioxidant, hepatoprotective

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 67

Longan

Dimocarpus longan (Long Yan Rou)

Key Uses:

Insomniaanxietyanemiaforgetfulness+2 more

Mechanism:

Blood tonic, calms shen (spirit), neuroprotective, anxiolytic, sleep support

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 67

Patchouli

Pogostemon cablin

Key Uses:

Skin conditionswoundsdepressionanxiety+3 more

Mechanism:

Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antidepressant, aphrodisiac, astringent, grounding

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AyurvedaGES: 67

Punarnava

Boerhavia diffusa

Key Uses:

Edemakidney diseaseliver disordersurinary issues+2 more

Mechanism:

Diuretic, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, rejuvenative, immunomodulating

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Rainforest/IndigenousGES: 67

Suma

Pfaffia paniculata

Key Uses:

Fatiguestressathletic performanceimmune support+2 more

Mechanism:

Adaptogenic, anabolic via ecdysteroids, immunomodulating, nutritive

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 66

Angelica Root

Angelica dahurica (Bai Zhi)

Key Uses:

Headachesinusitistoothachecold/flu+2 more

Mechanism:

Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, disperses wind, opens sinuses

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 66

Bibhitaki

Terminalia bellirica

Key Uses:

Respiratory congestionconstipationdigestive supportdetoxification

Mechanism:

Astringent, expectorant, laxative, antioxidant, hepatoprotective

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TCMGES: 66

Citrus Peel

Citrus reticulata (Chen Pi)

Key Uses:

Digestive upsetbloatingnauseaphlegm+2 more

Mechanism:

Regulates Qi, carminative, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, digestive tonic

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Essential OilGES: 66

Cypress

Cupressus sempervirens

Key Uses:

Varicose veinshemorrhoidsexcessive sweatingrespiratory issues+1 more

Mechanism:

Astringent, vasoconstrictor, antispasmodic, antiseptic, deodorizing

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TCMGES: 66

He Shou Wu

Polygonum multiflorum

Key Uses:

Hair losspremature grayingfatigueconstipation+1 more

Mechanism:

Antioxidant, neuroprotective, promotes hair growth, liver tonic (processed form)

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Medicinal MushroomGES: 66

Oyster Mushroom

Pleurotus ostreatus

Key Uses:

High cholesterolimmune supportinflammationdiabetes

Mechanism:

Cholesterol-lowering via lovastatin-like compounds, antioxidant, immunomodulating, antimicrobial

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 66

Platycodon

Platycodon grandiflorus (Jie Geng)

Key Uses:

Coughsore throatrespiratory infectionsphlegm+1 more

Mechanism:

Expectorant, opens lungs, anti-inflammatory, directs herbs upward in formulas

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 65

Catnip

Nepeta cataria

Key Uses:

Insomniaanxietydigestive upsetcolic (children)+2 more

Mechanism:

Mild sedative, antispasmodic, carminative, diaphoretic, nervine

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Rainforest/IndigenousGES: 65

Chuchuhuasi

Maytenus krukovii

Key Uses:

Arthritisback painmuscle paininflammation+3 more

Mechanism:

Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, adaptogenic, antimicrobial, aphrodisiac

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 65

Mullein

Verbascum thapsus

Key Uses:

Respiratory infectionscoughbronchitisasthma+1 more

Mechanism:

Expectorant, demulcent, mild anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 65

Poria

Poria cocos (Fu Ling)

Key Uses:

Edemadigestive weaknessinsomniaanxiety+2 more

Mechanism:

Diuretic, digestive tonic, calming, immunomodulating via polysaccharides

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 64

Plantain

Plantago major

Key Uses:

Wound healinginsect bitessnake bitesskin inflammation+1 more

Mechanism:

Vulnerary, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, draws out toxins

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
AyurvedaGES: 64

Vidanga

Embelia ribes

Key Uses:

Intestinal wormsparasitesindigestionobesity+1 more

Mechanism:

Antiparasitic via embelin, antimicrobial, digestive stimulant, carminative

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 64

White Atractylodes

Atractylodes macrocephala (Bai Zhu)

Key Uses:

Digestive weaknessdiarrheaedemafatigue+2 more

Mechanism:

Digestive tonic, diuretic, immunomodulating, antiemetic, strengthens Spleen Qi

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
TCMGES: 63

Pinellia

Pinellia ternata (Ban Xia)

Key Uses:

Nauseavomitingphlegmcough+2 more

Mechanism:

Antiemetic, expectorant, dries dampness, resolves phlegm, descends rebellious Qi

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🔵Practitioner-Validated
Western HerbalismGES: 62

Comfrey

Symphytum officinale

Key Uses:

Wound healingbruisessprainsfractures+1 more

Mechanism:

Allantoin promotes cell proliferation, anti-inflammatory, vulnerary

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Rainforest/Indigenous

Chacruna

Psychotria viridis

Key Uses:

Traditional shamanic/spiritual use (Ayahuasca)not for medicinal self-use

Mechanism:

DMT source (psychoactive), traditional shamanic use, serotonergic

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🟡Emerging Research