Latin Name: Nelumbo nucifera
Origin: China & India
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Weight Loss & Heat
Clears summer heat and promotes weight loss
Leaf tea; Decoction
Generally safe
Generally safe
Research Score: 71/100
Research Notes: Good traditional use for weight management
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: 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
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: 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: 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: Anemarrhena asphodeloides Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Fever & Yin Deficiency Uses Clears heat and nourishes yin Preparation Methods Rhizome decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Cold nature; Avoid with diarrhea Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 69/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for heat with yin deficiency