Latin Name: Amomum villosum
Origin: Southeast Asia
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Pregnancy & Digestion
Transforms dampness and calms fetus
Seed decoction (add near end); Powder
Generally safe
Generally safe
Research Score: 72/100
Research Notes: Good traditional pregnancy support herb
Overview Latin Name: Atractylodes macrocephala Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Digestion & Energy Uses Tonifies spleen qi and dries dampness Preparation Methods Root decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects May be drying Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 75/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for digestive tonic
Overview Latin Name: Taxillus chinensis Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Pregnancy & Back Pain Uses Tonifies liver and kidney; calms fetus Preparation Methods Branch decoction; Pills Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 69/100 Research Notes: Good traditional pregnancy support herb
Overview Latin Name: Artemisia annua Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Fever & Infections Uses Clears heat and treats malaria Preparation Methods Herb tea; Capsules; Extract Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions May interact with certain medications Research Research Score: 85/100 Research Notes: Strong evidence for antimalarial effects
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: Platycladus orientalis Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Sleep & Constipation Uses Nourishes heart and moistens intestines Preparation Methods Seed decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 71/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for calming effects
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