Latin Name: Magnolia officinalis
Origin: China
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Anxiety & Digestion
Moves qi and calms anxiety
Bark decoction; Powder; Tincture
Avoid during pregnancy
Generally safe
Research Score: 74/100
Research Notes: Good evidence for anxiety relief
Overview Latin Name: Fossilized bone Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Anxiety & Insomnia Uses Calms spirit and anchors floating yang Preparation Methods Mineral decoction (decocted first); Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 67/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for spirit calming
Overview Latin Name: Gentiana scabra Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Liver Health & Infections Uses Clears liver and gallbladder heat Preparation Methods Root decoction; Powder; Tincture Warnings & Side Effects Very bitter and cold; May harm digestion Drug Interactions Short-term use only Research Research Score: 70/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for liver heat
Overview Latin Name: Isatis tinctoria Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Immune Support & Infections Uses Clears heat and treats infections Preparation Methods Root decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe for short-term Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 74/100 Research Notes: Good antiviral properties
Overview Latin Name: Albizia julibrissin Origin: China & Asia Tradition: TCM Best For: Mood & Sleep Uses Lifts mood and calms spirit Preparation Methods Flower tea; Decoction Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 70/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for mood support
Overview Latin Name: Sophora flavescens Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Skin & Diarrhea Uses Clears heat and dries dampness Preparation Methods Root decoction; External wash Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 71/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for skin and infections
Overview Latin Name: Prunus armeniaca Origin: China & Central Asia Tradition: TCM Best For: Respiratory & Constipation Uses Stops cough and moistens intestines Preparation Methods Seed decoction; Powder (processed) Warnings & Side Effects Contains amygdalin – must be properly processed Drug Interactions Avoid raw form; Not for long-term use Research Research Score: 73/100 Research Notes:…