Latin Name: Fossilized resin
Origin: Baltic & Asia
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Anxiety & Urinary
Calms spirit and promotes urination
Powder (not decocted)
Generally safe but expensive
Take as powder not cooked
Research Score: 66/100
Research Notes: Moderate traditional use
Overview Latin Name: Polygala tenuifolia Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Memory & Anxiety Uses Calms spirit and improves cognition Preparation Methods Root decoction; Pills; Powder Warnings & Side Effects May cause nausea in large doses Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 75/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for cognitive support
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: 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: Cnidium monnieri Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Skin & Men's Health Uses Warms kidney yang and kills parasites Preparation Methods Seed decoction; External wash; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Primarily for external use on skin Drug Interactions Use internally with professional guidance only Research Research Score: 64/100 Research Notes: Moderate evidence…
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
Overview Latin Name: Drynaria fortunei Origin: China & Southeast Asia Tradition: TCM Best For: Bone Health & Back Pain Uses Heals bones and strengthens kidneys Preparation Methods Rhizome decoction; Pills; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 76/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for bone healing