Herbs & adaptogens

Berberine is closer to a drug-like supplement: promising metabolic trials, but not casual candy - CYP interactions and GI effects matter.

Aloe vera latex (vs decolorized inner leaf) is commonly associated with: laxative anthraquinones in latex. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Artichoke leaf extract is commonly associated with: cholesterol marketing; dyspepsia adjunct (some european data); liver bile flow. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

BacoMind (Bacopa monnieri extract, CDRI-heritage family) is commonly associated with: cognition / working memory; slow onset; standardized bacosides. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Berberine (from Berberis / supplements) is commonly associated with: glucose/lipid adjunct research; gi antimicrobial niche. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Boswellia serrata is commonly associated with: oa/inflammation marketing; ibd niche trials (modest). Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Boswellia serrate (5-Loxin, high AKBA) is commonly associated with: joint inflammation; eu phlebotonic literature overlap; akba standardized. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Butcher's broom (Ruscus aculeatus) is commonly associated with: venous insufficiency marketing; cvi / hemorrhoid adjunct european studies. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Cascara sagrada is commonly associated with: stimulant laxative (anthraquinones). Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Cinnamon (Cassia vs Ceylon) is commonly associated with: glucose marketing. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Curcumin is mechanistically interesting and sometimes clinically useful for specific pain/inflammation contexts, but it is not a universal anti-inflammatory drug replacement.

Curcumin phytosome (Meriva / Indena) is commonly associated with: curcumin absorption / joints; lecithin complex. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Elderberry (Sambucus) is commonly associated with: uri symptom duration marketing; immune syrups. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Fenugreek seed is commonly associated with: lactation marketing; glucose/lipid small trials; libido marketing. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Garlic (Allium sativum) extract is commonly associated with: lipid/bp marketing; antimicrobial folklore. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is commonly associated with: nausea (pregnancy/motion); oa adjunct pain (modest). Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Green tea extract (EGCG) is commonly associated with: fat loss marketing; antioxidant. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Gymnema sylvestre is commonly associated with: glucose/sugar craving marketing; ayurvedic antidiabetic. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Hawthorn (Crataegus) is commonly associated with: heart failure adjunct (european tradition); bp marketing. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Horse chestnut extract (aescin) is commonly associated with: chronic venous insufficiency (eu-popular); varicose veins marketing. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Kava (Piper methysticum) is commonly associated with: anxiety short-term (regional regulatory differences). Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

KSM-66 (Withania somnifera root, branded) is commonly associated with: stress / strength / recovery marketing; root-only positioning. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Lavender (Silexan / oral extract) is commonly associated with: anxiety adjunct (silexan prescription in some eu countries); aromatherapy. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) is commonly associated with: adrenal fatigue narratives; gi coating. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Milk thistle (silymarin) is commonly associated with: liver ‘detox’ marketing; some mushroom poisoning adjuvant contexts (clinical, specialized). Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Mucuna pruriens (velvet bean) is commonly associated with: l-dopa source (parkinson research context); testosterone marketing; mood/libido. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Ginseng is not one molecule; ginsenoside profiles differ by species and processing.

Peppermint oil (enteric coated / IBS) is commonly associated with: ibs-related abdominal pain (enteric coated capsules); tension headache topical. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Sensoril (Withania somnifera, proprietary) is commonly associated with: stress + cortisol marketing; proprietary withanolide profile. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Strong interaction profile with many drugs; some depression trial support but requires clinician oversight. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Stinging nettle root (Urtica dioica) is commonly associated with: bph symptom stacks; allergy leaf extracts separate use-case. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Sweet wormwood (Artemisia annua) is commonly associated with: artemisinin source plant; malaria rx is derived artemisinin - not crude herb equivalence. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Synapsa (Bacopa CDRI-08) is commonly associated with: attention / working memory; branded. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Turkey tail (Trametes versicolor) is commonly associated with: immune adjunct marketing; oncology integrative context (psk/psp research). Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Turmeric / curcumin is commonly associated with: inflammation marketing; joint comfort. Our registry tags evidence as medium; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Boswellia is not a steroid-sparing guarantee.

Traditional heart support; mild signals in blood pressure and CHF contexts; not a replacement for prescribed care. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Rhodiola has intriguing acute fatigue/stress trial data, but replication and standardization are inconsistent.

Ginseng species with immune and glucose signals; distinct from Asian ginseng in trials. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Herb used for upper respiratory infections; some trial support for cold duration and severity. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Bacopa is not instant focus like caffeine.

Plant sterol for cholesterol and BPH; meta-analyses support modest LDL reduction. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Quercetin is not a substitute for asthma controllers.

Valerian is plausible for mild sleep improvement, but trial inconsistency keeps it in the “maybe” bucket - not a guaranteed sedative.

Traditional herb for immunity and vitality; modern trials are heterogeneous and dose-dependent. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Lemon balm is gentle; effects are not dramatic for everyone.

Milk thistle is not a hangover license.

Elderberry is not a standalone treatment for influenza or COVID.

Ginkgo still appears in tinnitus and claudication discussions with mixed outcomes.

Traditional herb for cognition and wound healing; some trial signal but replication varies. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Tulsi is widely consumed as tea; concentrated capsules add uncertainty.

Lion's mane is fashionable in nootropic stacks; mycelium vs fruiting body debates affect potency.

Lion's mane has compelling preclinical data on nerve growth factor pathways. Human trials are small but suggest possible cognitive and mood benefits with consistent use.

Blood pressure and metabolic interest; human trials exist but are smaller and varied. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Passionflower is mild; severe anxiety disorders need evaluated care.

Antioxidant extract with some circulatory and skin trial data; industry funding common. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Traditional Ayurvedic blend for digestion; some trial signal; formulation variability exists. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Berry for menstrual and cycle support; some trial signal; mechanism is not fully settled. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Salicin source; pain and anti-inflammatory claims; evidence exists but drug interactions matter. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Acacia (gum arabic, Acacia senegal) fiber is commonly associated with: prebiotic / low-fodmap-friendly fiber in some; gas mild. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Açaí berry (Euterpe oleracea) is commonly associated with: antioxidant orac hype; weight loss (unsupported claims). Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) is commonly associated with: nutritional 'superfood' marketing; cholesterol mild niche. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Amla (Indian gooseberry / Phyllanthus emblica) is commonly associated with: antioxidant (high vitamin c content); cholesterol niche trials; ayurvedic tonic. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

AstraGin (Astragalus + Panax notoginseng) is commonly associated with: absorption + gut ‘transporter’ marketing; blends. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) is commonly associated with: eye fatigue / night vision marketing; antioxidant anthocyanins. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Bioperine (piperine black pepper extract) is commonly associated with: bioenhancer for many co-ingredients; absorption marketing. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Traditional remedy with antioxidant and metabolic interest; human trial quality varies widely. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Black walnut hull (Juglans nigra) is commonly associated with: anthelmintic folklore; parasite cleanse stacks. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Burdock root (Arctium) is commonly associated with: blood ‘purifier’ folklore; skin marketing. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Camu camu (Myrciaria dubia) is commonly associated with: high-vitamin-c berry marketing; antioxidant. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Capros (Amla) standardized extract is commonly associated with: lipid + antioxidant in small human data; eu/ india products. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is commonly associated with: antioxidant marketing; glucose folklore. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Cloves (Syzygium aromaticum) is commonly associated with: oral numbing (eugenol); antioxidant marketing; parasite ‘protocols’ online. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Cordyceps (militaris cultivated / sinensis marketing) is commonly associated with: stamina marketing; immune stacks. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Cordyceps is one of the more interesting functional mushrooms for athletic applications, with small trial evidence for VO2 max and endurance, though effect sizes are modest.

Dandelion (Taraxacum) root/leaf is commonly associated with: diuretic folklore; liver/kidney ‘cleanse’. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Devil's claw is not opioid-strength relief in trial effect sizes.

Eleuthero (Siberian ginseng, not true Panax) is commonly associated with: adaptogen marketing. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

enXtra (Alpinia galanga extract, proprietary) is commonly associated with: caffeine-free focus; proprietary blends. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) seed is commonly associated with: infant colic (dilute traditional); gi antispasmodic folklore. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Fenugreek is not domperidone for lactation.

Goji berry (Lycium barbarum) is commonly associated with: antioxidant marketing; eye health / zeaxanthin source. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) is commonly associated with: immune / uri folklore; masking drug tests myth. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) is commonly associated with: immune marketing (ayurvedic rasayana); liver protection traditional. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Guggul (Commiphora mukul) is commonly associated with: cholesterol ayurvedic marketing. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Guggul (guggulsterone-standardized) distinct from non-ester guggul labels is commonly associated with: lipid / tcm-ayush; cyp3a4; dose 25-100 mg guggulsterone context. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Holy basil (Ocimum sanctum / tulsi) is commonly associated with: stress/adaptogen marketing; glucose niche trials. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Horny goat weed (Epimedium) is commonly associated with: libido/erectile marketing; icariin source. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) is commonly associated with: hair/nails/bone silica marketing; diuretic folklore. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Lion’s mane (Hericium erinaceus) is commonly associated with: cognition/nerve marketing. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Longvida curcumin (solid-lipid particle) is commonly associated with: cognitive / bdnf marketing; lipid matrix. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Maca (Lepidium meyenii) is commonly associated with: libido/fertility marketing; energy. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Maitake (Grifola frondosa) is commonly associated with: immune marketing; glucose niche trials. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Marshmallow root (Althaea) is commonly associated with: demulcent for throat/gi marketing. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Leaf powder marketed as superfood; nutrient-dense but human supplement trials are limited. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Moringa oleifera is commonly associated with: nutrient density marketing; lactation folklore; glucose animal-heavy. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Neem (Azadirachta indica) is commonly associated with: antimicrobial dental/skin traditional; glucose niche animal-heavy. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Oat straw (Avena sativa) is commonly associated with: cognitive/attention marketing; testosterone 'free-up' narrative. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Oregano oil (carvacrol / thymol rich) is commonly associated with: antimicrobial marketing; sibo narratives. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Pau d’arco (Tabebuia / lapacho) is commonly associated with: antifungal/anticancer folklore. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

PeakO2 (Oryza mushroom blend) is commonly associated with: oxygen / endurance; cordyceps + allies. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Pine bark extract (Pycnogenol / similar) is commonly associated with: endothelial function marketing; adhd tiny trials. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Pomegranate extract / punicalagins is commonly associated with: antioxidant orac marketing; bp small trials; athletic recovery. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Poria cocos sclerotium (fu ling) is commonly associated with: tcm diuretic / ‘calm’ in classical pairings; modern extract. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Pygeum (Prunus africana bark) is commonly associated with: bph adjunct marketing. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) is commonly associated with: immune ‘modulation’ marketing; sleep/anxiety anecdotal. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Resveratrol is a cautionary lesson in exciting animal science with underwhelming human outcome replication so far.

Schisandra (Wu Wei Zi) is commonly associated with: adaptogen marketing; liver support tcm. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) is commonly associated with: women's hormone marketing; lactation support; adaptogen narratives. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) extract is commonly associated with: immune marketing. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Shoden (Withania, high-oligomer withanolide) is commonly associated with: sleep / stress with high-oligomer claims; proprietary. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora vs baicalensis) is commonly associated with: anxiety/sleep marketing. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Sphaeranthus indicus + Mangifera indica (Lepidamax class blends) is commonly associated with: body composition in proprietary trials; metabolic marketing. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Traditional herb for allergies and BPH; trial data are mixed and dose-dependent. We summarize evidence, safety, and hype as editorial context-not medical advice.

Stinging nettle leaf (Urtica dioica) is commonly associated with: allergy/hay fever symptom marketing; anti-inflammatory folklore. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Theracurmin (colloidal curcumin) is commonly associated with: dispersible curcumin; aqueous colloid. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Wheatgrass / barley grass is commonly associated with: alkalizing/detox marketing; nutrient density. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.

Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) is commonly associated with: digestive bitters marketing; parasite folklore. Our registry tags evidence as low; this hub translates that into an ingredient-level verdict with safety and hype context - not individualized recommendations.