Latin Name: Isatis tinctoria
Origin: China
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Immune Support & Infections
Clears heat and treats infections
Root decoction; Powder
Generally safe for short-term
Generally safe
Research Score: 74/100
Research Notes: Good antiviral properties
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: Citrus aurantium Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Constipation & Digestion Uses Breaks up qi stagnation and promotes bowel movement Preparation Methods Immature fruit decoction; Pills Warnings & Side Effects Harsh herb; Avoid during pregnancy Drug Interactions Not for weak patients Research Research Score: 66/100 Research Notes: Moderate evidence; Harsh effects
Overview Latin Name: Elettaria cardamomum Origin: India Tradition: Ayurveda & TCM Best For: Digestion & Nausea Uses Transforms dampness and moves qi Preparation Methods Seed decoction; Powder; Cooking Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 74/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for digestive support
Overview Latin Name: Notopterygium incisum Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Pain & Headaches Uses Releases exterior and relieves pain Preparation Methods Root decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Avoid in yin or blood deficiency Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 72/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for pain relief
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: Gardenia jasminoides Origin: China & Japan Tradition: TCM Best For: Irritability & Inflammation Uses Clears heat and cools blood Preparation Methods Fruit decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Very cold; Avoid with weak digestion Drug Interactions Not for long-term use Research Research Score: 72/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for heat-clearing