Latin Name: Albizia julibrissin
Origin: China & Asia
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Mood & Sleep
Lifts mood and calms spirit
Flower tea; Decoction
Generally safe
Generally safe
Research Score: 70/100
Research Notes: Good traditional use for mood support
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: 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: Cinnamomum cassia Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Circulation & Pain Uses Releases exterior and warms channels Preparation Methods Twig decoction; Tea Warnings & Side Effects Avoid in heat conditions or bleeding Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 75/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for warming effects
Overview Latin Name: Lilium brownii Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Respiratory & Anxiety Uses Nourishes lung and heart yin Preparation Methods Bulb cooking; Decoction; Soup Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 73/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for yin nourishment
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: Saposhnikovia divaricata Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Headaches & Pain Uses Releases exterior and expels wind Preparation Methods Root decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 70/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for wind conditions