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Botanical name: Cynara scolymus L. Other name: Cynara scolymus, and cynarin. Artichoke extract is derived from plant chemicals found in the leaves of the artichoke plant, with cynarin being the active ingredient. In the extraction process, manufacturers combine extracts from numerous artichokes, potentially providing more extensive benefits than one might obtain from consuming a single…

Botanical name: Terminalia Arjuna Arjun Chaal Extract, derived from Terminalia arjuna (Latin name), is a botanical plant renowned for promoting cardiac well-being in Ayurveda, the traditional medicine of East India, with a history dating back to 2500 B.C. This extract is recognized for its remarkable cardio-protective qualities and its ability to strengthen the heart muscle.…

Botanical name: Areca Catechu Other name: Areca, Betel-nut Palm, Pinang, Betel Palm, Areca-nut, Pinang Siri The seeds of Areca catechu, commonly known as betel nuts, have found extensive use in traditional Chinese medicine for numerous millennia, primarily as an antiparasitic agent. Additionally, certain components within betel nuts possess antihypertensive properties. Medicinal Uses:

Botanical name: Anacyclus pyrethrum Other name: Akarkara, Pellitory, Akkirakaram Anacyclus pyrethrum extracts exhibit anabolic activity and elevate testosterone levels in mice, as demonstrated in animal studies. The plant root has a rich history of medicinal use, with applications in both Ayurveda, the ancient Indian medical system, and Siddha, the traditional medical system originating from Tamil…

Botanical name: Panax quinquefolius L Panax quinquefolius, known as American ginseng, was once abundant in Missouri but is now scarce, primarily found on north-facing wooded slopes in the eastern Ozark region (Steyermark). This erect perennial reaches a height of 10-15 inches, featuring three horse-chestnut-like, compound leaves with long stalks. While the mildly fragrant flowers are…

Other name: greater galangal, lengkuas or laos Alpinia galanga, a member of the ginger family, has demonstrated the ability to enhance androgenic activity and sexual function. This study seeks to evaluate whether incorporating Alpinia galanga extract into the treatment protocol for adult males taking SSRIs can effectively improve SSRI-induced erectile dysfunction. Medicinal Uses:

Botanical name: Allium cepa Other name: onion bulb extract or red onion extract The onion (Allium cepa) is a globally cultivated plant, with its bulb being a commonly consumed food item. In addition to its culinary uses, both the onion bulb and its extract are employed in medicinal applications. Onions contain chemicals that appear to…

Botanical name: Medicago sativa Other name: Medicago sativa, lucerne, purple medic, bastard medic, perennial, cloverlike Alfalfa is frequently cultivated as a forage crop for animals, providing substantial amounts of vitamins, minerals, phytoestrogens, and enzymes. Additionally, it serves as a nutritive remedy for human consumption. Medicinal Uses:

Botanical name: Trachyspermum ammi Other name: carom seed, bishop’s weed, and ajowan caraway. Ajwain, also known as ajowan or carom (Trachyspermum ammi), is an annual herb belonging to the family Apiaceae. Both the leaves and the seed-like fruit (often erroneously referred to as seeds) of the plant are consumed by humans. Ajwain seeds are traditional…

Botanical name: Acorus calamus Other name: beewort, bitter pepper root, calamus root, flag root, gladdon, myrtle flag, myrtle grass, myrtle root, myrtle sedge, pine root, sea sedge, sweet cane, sweet cinnamon, sweet grass, sweet myrtle, sweet root, sweet rush, sweet sedge and wada kaha. Acorus calamus, a semiaquatic herb characterized by creeping rhizomes, exhibits a…