Phytochemistry

Most of the plants that produce higher levels of Cineole are connected with respiratory health and reducing inflammation. Rosemary and...

Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) is an herb commonly used for its anxiolytic (anxiety/panic reducing) effects.

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

Deep within the tissues of the starchy bulb is an enzyme that turns into the well known compound, allicin, when...

Many plants make tannins. For all practical purposes, a tannin is an astringent, polyphenolic molecule that binds to organic compounds...

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

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

Geranial is one of the primary chemical components of lemon balm (Melissa officinalis). It is one of the many volatile...

Calendula is full of healing flavonoids. Although this term is thrown around a lot in scientific circles, it is an...

Skin infections are very responsive to the antimicrobial compounds in poplar buds. Balm of Gilead's success lies in its clustered...

Herbal Nerd Society Exclusive Article Spearmint leaf (Mentha spicata) is an underutilized herb in the natural medicine field. It is...

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

Mucilage is slime. The mucilage in mullein works in a variety of ways. It coats and soothes dry, chronic coughs.

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

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

Once relegated to Asian cuisine aisle in the marketplace, burdock is regaining interest in the West for it's capacity to...

Verbascum species like mullein have a multitude of chemical compounds that work together to defeat invading microbes like bacteria and...