Materia Medica
Herbalism for the
Nutrition Professional
Rooted in tradition, guided by science.
A comprehensive, evidence-based herbal reference. Every monograph is sourced from authoritative pharmacopeias, cross-referenced with peer-reviewed research, and reviewed for clinical accuracy.
21 herbal monographs
Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal
Ashwagandha
Premier Ayurvedic adaptogen for resilient stress response, calm vitality, and deep restorative strength
Bacopa monnieri (L.) Wettst.
Bacopa
Ayurveda's premier brain tonic — modern neuroscience validates centuries of traditional use for memory and cognitive enhancement.
Boswellia serrata Roxb. ex Colebr.
Boswellia
The anti-inflammatory resin — ancient sacred incense meets modern 5-LOX inhibition science for joint and gut health.
Sambucus nigra L.
Elder
Well-studied immune-supporting berry and traditional diaphoretic flower for respiratory health
Matricaria chamomilla L.
German chamomile
Gentle, versatile herb for digestive comfort, nervous tension, and skin healing
Zingiber officinale Roscoe
Ginger
Premier warming digestive aid and antiemetic remedy with robust evidence for nausea, vomiting, and inflammatory pain
Crataegus monogyna Jacq.
Hawthorn
The heart's botanical ally — centuries of traditional use validated by modern cardiology research.
Glycyrrhiza glabra L.
Licorice
The great harmonizer -- the most widely used herb in traditional Chinese medicine, with critical drug interactions every practitioner must know.
Silybum marianum (L.) Gaertn.
Milk thistle
Premier hepatoprotective herb for liver health, protection, and regeneration
Passiflora incarnata L.
Passionflower
Gentle anxiolytic and sleep support that calms racing thoughts without morning grogginess
Mentha × piperita L.
Peppermint
Cooling digestive herb renowned for IBS relief, headache support, and respiratory comfort
Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench
Purple coneflower
Widely studied immunomodulating herb for prevention and treatment of upper respiratory infections
Rhodiola rosea L.
Rhodiola
The Arctic adaptogen — validated by Soviet-era research and modern clinical trials for stress resilience and mental performance.
Serenoa repens (W.Bartram) Small
Saw Palmetto
The premier botanical for prostate and urinary health -- from Seminole traditional medicine to modern urology clinics worldwide.
Senna alexandrina Mill.
Senna
The world's most widely used herbal laxative -- an ancient Arabian remedy now standardized in modern pharmacopeias worldwide.
Hypericum perforatum L.
St. John's wort
Evidence-based nervine for mild-moderate depression; critical drug interaction profile
Urtica dioica L.
Stinging Nettle
A mineral-rich nutritive powerhouse with dual applications — leaf for allergies and inflammation, root for prostate health.
Thymus vulgaris L.
Thyme
Nature's premier respiratory antimicrobial — a culinary herb with powerful therapeutic applications validated by European pharmacopeia.
Curcuma longa L.
Turmeric
Potent anti-inflammatory powerhouse and digestive support herb with over 5,000 years of traditional use
Valeriana officinalis L.
Valerian
Time-honored nervine sedative for calming the nervous system and promoting restful, restorative sleep
Vitex agnus-castus L.
Vitex
The premier botanical for female hormonal balance — backed by European pharmacopeia monographs and rigorous clinical trials.