Author: Mystique

Botanical name: Primula vulgaris

Other name: Cowslip, Galligaskins, Gaskins, Primrose

Cowslip (Primula veris L.) is a renowned medicinal herb characterized by its vibrant yellow flowers and a delightful honey scent. These flowers create a charming canopy at the summit of an inflorescence stalk, ranging from 10 to 20 cm in height, emerging from the leaf rosette.

Medicinal Uses:

• Cough
• Whooping cough
• Insomnia
• Nervous excitability
• Headache
• Hysteria
• Nerve pain
• Tremors
• Fluid retention
• Spasms
• Asthma
• Gout
• Nervous system complaints
• Other conditions

Botanical name: Polypodium leucotomos

Other name: golden polypody, golden serpent fern, cabbage palm fern, gold-foot fern, blue-star fern, hare-foot fern; syn. Polypodium aureum, Polypodium leucotomos

Polypodium leucotomos, also known as Phlebodium aureum, is a tropical fern rich in antioxidants, accessible in both capsule and topical cream forms. Oral consumption of Polypodium leucotomos has shown to be a safe and effective method for preventing damage to skin cells caused by UV rays while also enhancing the body’s inflammatory response to sun exposure.

Medicinal Uses:

• Antioxidant
• Photoprotectant
• Antimutagenic
• Anti-inflammatory
• Immunoregulator

Botanical name: Piper nigrum

Other name: Common Pepper, Pepper Plant, Black Pepper, White Pepper, Madagascar Pepper, Lada Hitan,

Black Pepper powder is a finely ground, brownish-black powder, emanating the distinctive aroma of pepper, sourced from ground black peppercorns. Its signature heat stems from the active ingredient, piperine. Widely employed as a spice and seasoning, it enhances the flavors of cuisines around the globe.

Medicinal Uses:

• High in antioxidants
• Has anti-inflammatory properties
• May benefit your brain
• May improve blood sugar control
• May lower cholesterol levels
• May have cancer-fighting properties

Botanical name: Piper longum L.

Other name: Indian long pepper or pippali

Piper longum, known as pippali, holds a prominent place in various Ayurvedic treatment regimens. It serves as a significant rasayana, particularly beneficial for individuals managing asthma. The extract is a key component of trikatu, employed to address digestive issues, and proves especially valuable for individuals with pitta imbalances.

Medicinal Uses:

• Anti-inflammatory and analgesic
• Antioxidant
• Antimicrobial
• Anticancer
• Anti-parkinsonian
• Anti-stress
• Nootropic
• Anti-epileptic
• Anti-hyperglycemic
• Hepatoprotective

Phytosterols function by competitively inhibiting the absorption of dietary cholesterol in the digestive tract, acting as a counterforce to cholesterol. Cholesterol consumed in the gut typically binds to bile acids. Sterols engage in competitive interactions with these bile acids, displacing cholesterol from the binding process.

Medicinal Uses:

• Help you manage blood cholesterol levels
• Reducing your risk of cardiovascular disease
• Heart attack or stroke

Other name: 1,2-diacyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine

Choline, a constituent of Soy Phosphatidylcholine PC, plays a crucial role in maintaining the structural integrity of cell membranes, facilitating signaling in the nervous system, supporting cellular function, and participating in carbon metabolism, lipid-cholesterol transport, and metabolism within the body. The bioavailability of choline expedites the synthesis and release of acetylcholine—a pivotal signaling molecule in the nervous system, contributing to various essential functions throughout the body.

Medicinal Uses:

• Memory loss
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Anxiety
• Manic-depressive disorders
• Movement disorder called tardive dyskinesia

Botanical name: Mentha piperita L.

Peppermint extract is a herbal infusion derived from the essential oil of peppermint leaves (Mentha × piperita), a hybrid of water mint and spearmint. This aromatic oil, extracted from peppermint, has been utilized for diverse purposes across centuries.

Medicinal Uses:

• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Other digestive problems
• Common cold
• Sinus infections
• Headaches
• Other conditions

Botanical name: Prunus persica

Peach extract is a concentrated liquid derived from peaches, the sweet and juicy fruits prized for their delightful flavor and nutritional benefits. Typically crafted from the fruit’s pulp, skin, or a harmonious blend of both, the extract encapsulates the essence of peaches in a convenient form.

Medicinal Uses:

• Relief from morning sickness during pregnancy
• Treatment of mild coughs
• Reduction of premenstrual symptoms

Botanical name: Pisum sativum

Derived by extracting protein from yellow peas, pea protein powder is a nutritional supplement known for its high-quality protein content and rich source of iron. Its benefits encompass supporting muscle growth, facilitating weight loss, and promoting heart health.

Medicinal Uses:

• High cholesterol
• High blood pressure
• Obesity
• Increasing muscle strength
• Diabetes
• Other conditions

Botanical name: Panax quinquefolius L.

Other name: Asian Ginseng, Chinese Ginseng, ginseng radix, Ginseng Root, Japanese Ginseng, Jintsam, Korean Ginseng, Ninjin, Radix Ginseng, Red Ginseng, and Ren She.

Panax ginseng, cultivated in Korea, China, and Siberia, is classified as an adaptogen—a natural substance thought to enhance the body’s resilience to stressors. Abundant in active chemicals, the most noteworthy among them are referred to as ginsenosides or panaxosides.

Medicinal Uses:

• Diabetes
• Cholesterol
• Inflammation
• Other Conditions