Latin Name: Cinnamomum cassia
Origin: China
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Circulation & Pain
Releases exterior and warms channels
Twig decoction; Tea
Avoid in heat conditions or bleeding
Generally safe
Research Score: 75/100
Research Notes: Good evidence for warming effects
Overview Latin Name: Eclipta prostrata Origin: China & India Tradition: TCM & Ayurveda Best For: Hair & Vision Uses Nourishes liver and kidney yin; stops bleeding Preparation Methods Fresh juice; Decoction; Pills Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 71/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for yin nourishment
Overview Latin Name: Cyperus rotundus Origin: China & Asia Tradition: TCM Best For: Women's Health & PMS Uses Regulates liver qi and menstruation Preparation Methods Rhizome decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 77/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for women's health
Overview Latin Name: Perilla frutescens Origin: East Asia Tradition: TCM Best For: Digestion & Colds Uses Releases exterior and warms middle Preparation Methods Fresh or dried leaf tea; Decoction Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 68/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for digestive upset
Overview Latin Name: Ostrea gigas Origin: Coastal China Tradition: TCM Best For: Anxiety & Thyroid Uses Calms spirit and softens hardness Preparation Methods Shell decoction (decocted first); Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 69/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for calming and calcium support
Overview Latin Name: Notopterygium incisum Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Pain & Headaches Uses Releases exterior and relieves pain Preparation Methods Root decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Avoid in yin or blood deficiency Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 72/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for pain relief
Overview Latin Name: Houttuynia cordata Origin: China & Southeast Asia Tradition: TCM Best For: Infections & Detox Uses Clears heat and detoxifies Preparation Methods Fresh or dried herb tea; Decoction Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 69/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for infections