Phytochemistry

Pickles are foods, like cucumbers or red onions, that have been submerged in an acid solution, usually vinegar in Western...

Hawthorn (Crataegus species) has a bounty of active constituents to help heal the circulatory system. Among the list of antioxidants...

Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) sits on pharmacy shelves along with with other OTC (over the counter) topical liquids. It is...

Tea tree essential oil is a potent topical antiseptic which is known as a anti-fungal, antiviral and antibacterial aid. The...

The rosmarinic acid in sage serves as an antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agent.

Bugs aren't the only creatures that notice linalool. This monterpene is a broad spectrum antimicrobial. Both Gram positive and Gram...

Blue Vervain (Verbena hastata) is a nervine, anti-inflammation agent, analgesic and a sedative. It largely has iridoid glycosides to thank...

The key, as far as modern science is concerned, may lay within a chemical structure known as Withanolides. Ashwagandha roots...

Yarrow is full of delightful smelling volatile oils including the beautiful blue azulene. This is a treasure that has been...

These pigments are not just responsible for granting elderberry their deep blue color. They make their mark in human health...

Herbal Nerd Society Exclusive Article - Herbalists know that apple cider vinegar deserves its place in the spotlight is its...

What do wound healing, neuropathy, improved circulation, and long-life have in common? They’re all potential effects of Gotu Kola’s Triterpenoid...

Herbalists rely on the leonurine in motherwort to help people with rapid heart beat, nerve pain, anxiety and depression.

Ginger is an amazing healer. It is used around the world to treat indigestion, motion sickness and arthritis pain. One...

Nettle is commonly harvested for its leaves in the spring but advanced herbalists know it as a harvestable herb well...

Herbalists often rely on the acetic acid in vinegar to improve their formulas by making the compounds more digestible.

Galangin has proven its worth as a stout defense as a broad spectrum antibiotic.

Reishi has a wide variety of constituents but the over 150 different triterpenoids primarily found in the mushroom's fruiting body is...

Topical application tincture of Spilanthes acmella (Toothache Plant) is the fastest acting dental application for inflamed gums. It's pain numbing...

Inulin is a starchy, soluble dietary fiber found in many fruits and vegetables. It is a chain of carbohydrates (called...

Spilanthes has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and analgesic properties thanks, in part, to the compound spilanthol.

Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon Ait) is one of the most cultivated fruits in the western upper regions of North America. Today...

Caffeine is an alkaloid which can be damaged by roasting and processing. This is why heavily processed coffee like instant...

Pectin is normally thought of as an item used in the kitchen not in the medicine cabinet. Those little packets...