Latin Name: Notopterygium incisum
Origin: China
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Pain & Headaches
Releases exterior and relieves pain
Root decoction; Powder
Avoid in yin or blood deficiency
Generally safe
Research Score: 72/100
Research Notes: Good evidence for pain relief
Overview Latin Name: Fossilized resin Origin: Baltic & Asia Tradition: TCM Best For: Anxiety & Urinary Uses Calms spirit and promotes urination Preparation Methods Powder (not decocted) Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe but expensive Drug Interactions Take as powder not cooked Research Research Score: 66/100 Research Notes: Moderate traditional use
Overview Latin Name: Zingiber officinale Origin: Southeast Asia Tradition: TCM & Ayurveda Best For: Digestion & Circulation Uses Warms middle burner and expels cold Preparation Methods Dried root decoction; Powder; Pills Warnings & Side Effects Avoid in heat conditions Drug Interactions May cause dryness Research Research Score: 77/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for digestive warming
Overview Latin Name: Nelumbo nucifera Origin: China & India Tradition: TCM Best For: Weight Loss & Heat Uses Clears summer heat and promotes weight loss Preparation Methods Leaf tea; Decoction Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 71/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for weight management
Overview Latin Name: Andrographis paniculata Origin: India & China Tradition: Ayurveda & TCM Best For: Immune Support & Flu Uses Clears heat and boosts immunity Preparation Methods Herb capsules; Tea; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Very bitter; May cause digestive upset Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 82/100 Research Notes: Strong evidence for immune…
Overview Latin Name: Platycodon grandiflorus Origin: China & Korea Tradition: TCM Best For: Respiratory & Throat Uses Opens lungs and transforms phlegm Preparation Methods Root decoction; Tea; Syrup Warnings & Side Effects May cause nausea in large doses Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 75/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for respiratory health
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