A

• Aloe vera (Aloe vera)

  • Medicinal Use: Treats burns, skin irritations, and wounds; aids digestion.

  • Preparation: Gel applied topically or juice consumed orally.

  • Compounds: Aloin, acemannan, vitamins (A, C, E), enzymes, amino acids12.

• Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)

  • Medicinal Use: Reduces stress, improves sleep, boosts energy.

  • Preparation: Root powder in teas, capsules, or tinctures.

  • Compounds: Withanolides, alkaloids, sitoindosides34.

• Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus)

  • Medicinal Use: Boosts immune system, supports heart health, fights fatigue.

  • Preparation: Root used in teas, tinctures, or soups.

  • Compounds: Polysaccharides, flavonoids, saponins56.

B

• Basil (Ocimum basilicum)

  • Medicinal Use: Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, supports digestion.

  • Preparation: Leaves used in teas, essential oils, or fresh in food.

  • Compounds: Eugenol, linalool, rosmarinic acid7.

• Black Cohosh (Actaea racemosa)

  • Medicinal Use: Relieves menopausal symptoms, supports hormonal balance.

  • Preparation: Root used in teas, capsules, or tinctures.

  • Compounds: Triterpene glycosides, isoferulic acid8.

• Blue Vervain (Verbena hastata)

  • Medicinal Use: Calms nerves, supports respiratory health.

  • Preparation: Leaves and flowers used in teas or tinctures.

  • Compounds: Iridoid glycosides, flavonoids9.

C

• Calendula (Calendula officinalis)

  • Medicinal Use: Heals wounds, reduces inflammation, soothes skin.

  • Preparation: Flowers used in teas, salves, or tinctures.

  • Compounds: Triterpenoids, flavonoids, carotenoids10.

• Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)

  • Medicinal Use: Promotes relaxation, aids digestion, soothes skin.

  • Preparation: Flowers used in teas, essential oils, or topical applications.

  • Compounds: Apigenin, bisabolol, chamazulene11.

• Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum)

  • Medicinal Use: Regulates blood sugar, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial.

  • Preparation: Bark used in teas, powders, or extracts.

  • Compounds: Cinnamaldehyde, eugenol, coumarin12.

D

• Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale)

  • Medicinal Use: Supports liver health, diuretic, aids digestion.

  • Preparation: Leaves and roots used in teas, tinctures, or salads.

  • Compounds: Taraxacin, inulin, sesquiterpene lactones13.

• Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis)

  • Medicinal Use: Balances hormones, supports menstrual health.

  • Preparation: Root used in teas, capsules, or tinctures.

  • Compounds: Ferulic acid, ligustilide, polysaccharides14.

E

• Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea)

  • Medicinal Use: Boosts immune system, fights infections.

  • Preparation: Roots and leaves used in teas, tinctures, or capsules.

  • Compounds: Alkamides, polysaccharides, cichoric acid15.

• Elderberry (Sambucus nigra)

  • Medicinal Use: Supports immune system, treats colds and flu.

  • Preparation: Berries used in syrups, teas, or extracts.

  • Compounds: Anthocyanins, flavonoids, vitamin C16.

F

• Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)

  • Medicinal Use: Aids digestion, relieves bloating, supports respiratory health.

  • Preparation: Seeds used in teas, tinctures, or culinary dishes.

  • Compounds: Anethole, fenchone, estragole17.

• Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum)

  • Medicinal Use: Supports lactation, regulates blood sugar, anti-inflammatory.

  • Preparation: Seeds used in teas, powders, or capsules.

  • Compounds: Saponins, diosgenin, trigonelline18.

G

• Garlic (Allium sativum)

  • Medicinal Use: Antimicrobial, supports heart health, boosts immune system.

  • Preparation: Cloves used fresh, in extracts, or capsules.

  • Compounds: Allicin, sulfur compounds, flavonoids19.

• Ginger (Zingiber officinale)

  • Medicinal Use: Anti-inflammatory, aids digestion, relieves nausea.

  • Preparation: Rhizome used in teas, powders, or extracts.

  • Compounds: Gingerol, shogaol, zingerone20.

• Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)

  • Medicinal Use: Enhances cognitive function, improves circulation.

  • Preparation: Leaves used in teas, extracts, or capsules.

  • Compounds: Flavonoids, terpenoids, ginkgolides21.

• Ginseng (Panax ginseng)

  • Medicinal Use: Boosts energy, supports immune function, reduces stress.

  • Preparation: Root used in teas, extracts, or capsules.

  • Compounds: Ginsenosides, polysaccharides, peptides22.

H

• Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna)

  • Medicinal Use: Supports heart health, improves circulation.

  • Preparation: Berries and leaves used in teas, tinctures, or capsules.

  • Compounds: Flavonoids, oligomeric procyanidins, triterpenes23.

• Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum)

  • Medicinal Use: Reduces stress, supports respiratory health, anti-inflammatory.

  • Preparation: Leaves used in teas, extracts, or fresh.

  • Compounds: Eugenol, ursolic acid, rosmarinic acid24.

L

• Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)

  • Medicinal Use: Promotes relaxation, reduces anxiety, soothes skin.

  • Preparation: Flowers used in teas, essential oils, or topical applications.

  • Compounds: Linalool, linalyl acetate, camphor25.

• Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)

  • Medicinal Use: Calms nerves, aids digestion, antiviral.

  • Preparation: Leaves used in teas, extracts, or topical applications.

  • Compounds: Rosmarinic acid, flavonoids, terpenes26.

• Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)

  • Medicinal Use: Soothes sore throat, supports digestive health, anti-inflammatory.

  • Preparation: Root used in teas, extracts, or capsules.

  • Compounds: Glycyrrhizin, flavonoids, saponins27.

M

• Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum)

  • Medicinal Use: Supports liver health, antioxidant.

  • Preparation: Seeds used in teas, extracts, or capsules.

  • Compounds: Silymarin, flavonoids, fatty acids28.

• Mullein (Verbascum thapsus)

  • Medicinal Use: Supports respiratory health, soothes coughs.

  • Preparation: Leaves and flowers used in teas or tinctures.

  • Compounds: Saponins, flavonoids, mucilage29.

N

• Nettle (Urtica dioica)

  • Medicinal Use: Anti-inflammatory, supports urinary health, rich in nutrients.

  • Preparation: Leaves used in teas, tinctures, or cooked as greens.

  • Compounds: Flavonoids, vitamins (A, C, K), minerals30.

P

• Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata)

• Medicinal Use: Reduces anxiety, improves sleep, alleviates menopausal symptoms.

• Preparation: Leaves and flowers used in teas, tinctures, or capsules.

• Compounds: Flavonoids (vitexin, isovitexin), alkaloids (harman, harmine), glycosides12.

• Peppermint (Mentha piperita)

  • Medicinal Use:

    • Digestive Aid: Helps relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), indigestion, and bloating1.

    • Headache Relief: Applied topically, peppermint oil can alleviate tension headaches2.

    • Respiratory Health: Eases symptoms of colds and congestion3.

    • Skin Conditions: Used to soothe itching and irritation4.

  • Preparation:

    • Tea: Fresh or dried leaves steeped in hot water for 5-10 minutes.

    • Oil: Extracted from leaves and used in diluted form for topical application or aromatherapy.

    • Capsules: Peppermint oil capsules for digestive health.

  • Compounds:

    • Menthol: Provides a cooling sensation and has analgesic properties.

    • Menthone: Contributes to the minty aroma and has therapeutic effects.

    • Menthyl Acetate: Adds to the characteristic peppermint scent.

    • 1,8-Cineole: Known for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties56.assionflower (Passiflora incarnata)

• Medicinal Use: Reduces anxiety, improves sleep, alleviates menopausal symptoms.

• Preparation: Leaves and flowers used in teas, tinctures, or capsules.

• Compounds: Flavonoids (vitexin, isovitexin), alkaloids (harman, harmine), glycosides12.

R

• Rooibos (Aspalathus linearis)

  • Medicinal Use: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, supports heart health, manages diabetes.

  • Preparation: Leaves used in teas, extracts, or as a flavoring.

  • Compounds: Aspalathin, nothofagin, quercetin, luteolin34.

• Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)

  • Medicinal Use: Enhances memory, relieves muscle pain, stimulates hair growth, supports circulation.

  • Preparation: Leaves used in teas, essential oils, or as a spice.

  • Compounds: Rosmarinic acid, carnosic acid, camphor, ursolic acid56.

S

• Sage (Salvia officinalis)

  • Medicinal Use: Antimicrobial, supports oral health, reduces menopausal symptoms, aids digestion.

  • Preparation: Leaves used in teas, tinctures, or as a spice.

  • Compounds: Rosmarinic acid, caffeic acid, flavonoids, essential oils78.

• St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum)

  • Medicinal Use: Treats depression, anxiety, and minor wounds.

  • Preparation: Flowers and leaves used in teas, tinctures, or capsules.

  • Compounds: Hypericin, hyperforin, flavonoids9.

T

• Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)

  • Medicinal Use: Antimicrobial, supports respiratory health, aids digestion.

  • Preparation: Leaves used in teas, essential oils, or as a spice.

  • Compounds: Thymol, carvacrol, flavonoids10.

• Turmeric (Curcuma longa)

  • Medicinal Use: Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, supports joint health.

  • Preparation: Rhizome used in teas, powders, or capsules.

  • Compounds: Curcumin, demethoxycurcumin, bisdemethoxycurcumin11.

V

• Valerian (Valeriana officinalis)

  • Medicinal Use: Improves sleep, reduces anxiety, relaxes muscles.

  • Preparation: Root used in teas, tinctures, or capsules.

  • Compounds: Valerenic acid, valepotriates, flavonoids12.

Y

• Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)

  • Medicinal Use: Anti-inflammatory, supports wound healing, aids digestion.

  • Preparation: Leaves and flowers used in teas, tinctures, or topical applications.

  • Compounds: Flavonoids, sesquiterpene lactones, tannins13.