Red yeast rice
Active Ingredient: Lovastatin Monacolin-K Mevinolinic Acid MVA
Specification: 1%
Test Method HPLC
As a substance, red yeast rice extract has a number of heart-healthy benefits: It seems to help reduce total cholesterol levels, lower levels of LDL ("bad") cholesterol, increase levels of HDL ("good") cholesterol, and lower levels of unhealthy fats called triglycerides. It appears to accomplish this by restricting the liver's production of cholesterol. The compound responsible for this effect--mevinolin--is chemically identical to the cholesterol-lowering compound lovastatin, which is sold as the prescription drug Mevacor. Hence the action by the FDA. Mevinolin is also similar to the active ingredients in other cholesterol medications such as Zocor (simvastatin) and Lipitor (atorvastatin). Unsaturated fatty acids in red yeast rice extract are also believed to be beneficial, possibly by lowering triglycerides.
By lowering cholesterol concentrations, red yeast rice extract may help to prevent heart disease and some of its complications. Individuals with moderately elevated cholesterol levels (200 to 239 mg/dL) may benefit from a dietary supplement such as red yeast rice extract. However, those with very high cholesterol levels (240 mg/dL or above) are at considerable risk for heart disease and should stick to prescription drugs with a proven ability to rapidly and effectively reduce cholesterol levels.
The best way to achieve and maintain a healthy cholesterol level is to take heart-healthy substances such as red yeast rice extract as part of an overall regimen that includes exercise and a low-fat diet that is high in soluble fiber. Most studies of the extract that showed a substantial cholesterol-lowering effect (reduction of 25 to 40 points) included such lifestyle measures.
If you choose to incorporate red yeast rice into your cholesterol-lowering program, it is very important to remember that you are taking a substance that acts identically in the body to the prescription statin drugs. This means that red yeast rice can cause the same side effects (mild gastrointestinal upset and possible changes in liver enzymes, or a muscle condition called rhabdomyolysis). Research studies have shown red yeast rice to be remarkably safe, but of course, you should not use it if you are also taking a prescription statin.
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Irvingia gabonensis Seed extract
Researchers in other studies found that the fruit of Irvingia gabonensis could be used to reduce abdominal fat, and stop diarrhoea and ulcer.
Irvingia gabonensis Seed extract
Botanical Name: Irvingia gabonensis
Other Name: African Mango, wild mango
Active Ingredient: 100% Irvingia gabonensis
CAS No.: 192230-28-7
Treatments for diabetes
Appetite suppressant
AMA Irvingia gabonensis seed Extract is naturally extracted using only the finest Irvingia gabonensis seeds.
A new study published in Lipids in Health and Disease suggests that an extract derived from the seed of West African mango may help overweight people shed kilograms, lower their cholesterol and chances of developing degenerative diseases.
Researchers in other studies found that the fruit of Irvingia gabonensis could be used to reduce abdominal fat, and stop diarrhoea and ulcer.
Lab research has shown that extracts from the plant's seed may inhibit body fat production, through effects on certain genes and enzymes that regulate metabolism.
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Chasteberry Extract
Vitex Agnus Castus Extract HPLC
1. vitex agnus castus Extract
Chaste Tree Berry (vitex agnus castus) are the berries of the chaste tree. Chaste Tree Berry has been used since ancient Greek times as a treatment for menstrual problems.
2. Active Ingredients:
It is the fruit (dried ripe berries) that contains a mixture of iridoid glycosides (agnoside and aucubin), fatty oils, and flavonoids. Chaste Tree Berry has medicinally active components that act upon the pituitary gland, specifically on the production of luteinizing hormone to influence progesterone levels during the luteal, or late, phase of the menstrual cycle.
3. Treat for menstrual problems
The Chaste tree berry or extract, also known as Vitex agnus castus, or “Vitex,” is reported to provide a wide array of healing benefits, including, Weed notes, calming hot flashes, reducing and eliminating menstrual cramps, endometriosis, or fibroids
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Chicory Root Extract
Active Ingredient: Inulin
Specification: 95%
Test Method: HPLC
CAS No.: 68650-43-1
Chicory Root Extract Cichorium intybus L Inulin
Chicory Root Extract Cichorium intybus L Inulin
Chicory (Chicorium intybus) is one of the earliest known and most widely used raw materials for the manufacture of coffee substitutes (Pazola 1987). The major component of chicory root is inulin, which is a polymer of fructose with -(2-1) glycosidic linkages. Inulin belongs to the fructan family; naturally occurring fructans are important storage carbohydrates, widely found in various flowering plants. Fructans are present in noticeable amounts in chicory, Jerusalem artichokes (up to 20%), salsify, asparagus and onions (Nilsson et al. 1988, Rumessen et al. 1990). Because inulin is soluble in water and not hydrolyzed by human digestive enzymes, it is expected to behave like a soluble fiber and to have a hypolipidemic effect. Both the fermentability and the bifidogenic effect of chicory fructooligosaccharides have been confirmed in in vivo human studies that were performed by feeding human volunteers a standard diet containing chicory fructooligosaccharides (15 g/d for 15 d). A significant increase in the bifidobacteria population and a profound modification of the composition of the fecal flora were observed (Gibson et al. 1995). In human nutrition, inulin could constitute a promising source of soluble fiber either when present naturally in the food or when added to the diet (Roberfroid 1996). Inulin is easily extracted from plants such as chicory or Jerusalem artichokes.
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Chrysanthemum Extract
Traditional uses:
1. Used for common colds due to pathogenic wind-heat, fever and headache:
Chrysanthemum is so light as to reach the superficies easily, so refreshing as to float up and slightly cold with the ability to clear heat and it is good at dispelling pathogenic wind-heat, so it is often used together with mulberry leaves, weeping forsythia fruit (Fructus Forsythiae), peppermint, balloon flower root (Radix Platycodi), etc., e.g., Sang Ju Yin, for the treatment of such ailments as common colds due to pathogenic wind-heat, initial attacks of febrile diseases, invasion of warm pathogens into the lungs, fever, headache and coughs.
Or, use chrysanthemum and mulberry leaves (dry or fresh) in equal amount, infuse with boiling water and use as tea.
2. Used for conjunctivitis (inflammation of the conjunctiva) with blurring of vision:
Chrysanthemum is good at dispelling wind, clearing heat, purging the liver with pathogenic fire, replenishing yin and improving eyesight, so it can largely be used together with mulberry leaves, sickle senna seed (Semen Cassiae), rough gentian root (Radix Gentainae), etc., for the treatment of conjunctivitis due to pathogenic wind-heat in the liver channel or upward attacks of liver-fire in order to jointly achieve the effects of dispelling wind, removing heat from the liver and improving eyesight; often used in combination with Chinese wolfberries (Fructus Lycii), prepared rehmannia, shelled medicinal cornel fruit (Fructus Corni), etc., e.g., Qiju Dihuang Wan, for the treatment of deficiency of the liver and kidneys and blurring of vision in order to jointly achieve the effects of nourishing the liver and kidneys, replenishing yin and improving eyesight.
3. Used for dizziness and convulsions:
Being cold in nature and entering the liver channel, chrysanthemum can clear heat from and calm the liver, so it can be used together with abalone shell, pearl shell, ox-knee root (Radix Achyranthis bidentatae), etc., for the treatment of headache and dizziness due to hyperactivity of liver-yang; used in combination with antelope horn, hooked uncaria (Ramulus Uncariae cum uncis), herbaceous peony root (Radix Paeoniae Alba), etc., e.g., Lingjiao Gouteng Tang, for the treatment of spasms, convulsions and excess syndromes of the liver. One could also use 10 g dry chrysanthemum flower and immerse in wine. Drink daily as one likes.
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Chicory Root Extract
Active Ingredient: Inulin
Specification: 95%
Test Method: HPLC
CAS No.: 68650-43-1
Chicory Root Extract Cichorium intybus L Inulin
Chicory Root Extract Cichorium intybus L Inulin
Chicory (Chicorium intybus) is one of the earliest known and most widely used raw materials for the manufacture of coffee substitutes (Pazola 1987). The major component of chicory root is inulin, which is a polymer of fructose with -(2-1) glycosidic linkages. Inulin belongs to the fructan family; naturally occurring fructans are important storage carbohydrates, widely found in various flowering plants. Fructans are present in noticeable amounts in chicory, Jerusalem artichokes (up to 20%), salsify, asparagus and onions (Nilsson et al. 1988, Rumessen et al. 1990). Because inulin is soluble in water and not hydrolyzed by human digestive enzymes, it is expected to behave like a soluble fiber and to have a hypolipidemic effect. Both the fermentability and the bifidogenic effect of chicory fructooligosaccharides have been confirmed in in vivo human studies that were performed by feeding human volunteers a standard diet containing chicory fructooligosaccharides (15 g/d for 15 d). A significant increase in the bifidobacteria population and a profound modification of the composition of the fecal flora were observed (Gibson et al. 1995). In human nutrition, inulin could constitute a promising source of soluble fiber either when present naturally in the food or when added to the diet (Roberfroid 1996). Inulin is easily extracted from plants such as chicory or Jerusalem artichokes.
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Elderberry Extract
Active Ingredient: Anthocyanidin
Specification: 20%
Test Method: UV-VIS
The antibiotic, antiviral and antibacterial properties found in Elderberry also work to stimulate the skin, kidneys and lymphatic system
Elderberry Extract Sambucus nigra Anthocyanidins
Elderberry Extract Sambucus nigra Anthocyanidins
The Elder tree berry has been used for centuries as a natural intestinal cleanser. Both the flower and the berry possess powerful antioxidant properties that help protect your health by attacking harmful free radicals that damage cells. Elderberries also nourish the circulatory system. Herbalists praise Elderberry as an invigorating, rejuvenating general tonic.
Elderberry, also known as Black Elder, Boor Tree, Bountry, Elder, Ellanwood, Ellhorn, European Elder, and German Elder, grows in Europe and North America. The name Elder is thought to refer to an old Anglo-Saxon term, "aeld", meaning fire or kindle, as the hollow stems of the Elder were blown on a fire to get it started. Many cultures felt this tree was so special that they refused to burn the wood or use it to make furniture, lest it bring bad luck to the household. It was planted by homes to protect the house from lightning, bring prosperity, happy marriage and healthy children, and protect from evil. Elderberry helps strengthen and maintain the immune & respiratory systems. Elderberry may be taken to help prevent colds and flu. Taken at the first sign of cold or flu, Elderberry will generally reduce the course of the infection down to one or two days. Elderberry focuses on the nutritional needs of the immune system offering the body additional amounts of vitamin C, fruit acids and traces of essential oils and anthocyanci pigments. Elderberry helps eliminate toxic stagnations that are typically the home for infectious bacteria. The antibiotic, antiviral and antibacterial properties found in Elderberry also work to stimulate the skin, kidneys and lymphatic system. The Flavonoids, including Quercetin, are believed to account for the therapeutic effects of the Elderberry flowers and berries. A study in humans determined that an extract of Elderberries is an effective treatment for influenza. Animal studies have shown the flowers to have anti-inflammatory properties. The common name Elder also includes the species Sambucus canadensis, which is used interchangeably with Sambucus nigra
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Echinacea Extract
echinacea extract,
Active Ingredient: polyphenol
Specification: 4%
Test Method: UV-VIS
Echinacea Purpurea Extract
Echinacosides Cichorice acid Polyphenols alkamides
History
Echinacea angustifolia rhizome was used by North American Plains Indians, perhaps more than most other plants, for various herbal remedies. Echinacea was one of the basic antimicrobial herbs of Eclectic medicine in the mid 1800s through the early 1900s and its use was documented for snakebite and anthrax. In the 1930s "Echinacea" became popular in both Europe and America as a herbal medicine.
Active substances
The full spectrum of echinacea's chemical components responsible for its health effects are not well understood. Like most crude drugs from plant or animal origin, the constituent base is complex and some parts may be directly antimicrobial while others work at stimulating or modulating different parts of the immune system.
All species have chemical compounds called phenols, which are common to many other plants. Both the phenol compounds Cichoric and caftaric are present in E. purpurea, other phenols include echinacoside, which is found in greater levels within E. angustifolia and E. pallida roots than in other species. When making herbal remedies, these phenols can serve as markers to evaluate the quantity of echinacea in the product. Other chemical constituents that may be important in echinacea health effects include alkylamides and polysaccharides. Chemical constituents among echinacea species include the lipophilic fractions (e.g., alkamides and polyacetylenes), water-soluble polysaccharides, caffeoyl conjugates (e.g., echinacoside, cichoric acid, and caffeic acid), and flavonoids. The alkamides, polysaccharides, and chicoric acid are most oftenrecognized for their immune-modulating effects. The concentration of these constituents depends on the species, the plant parts used, and the method of extraction.
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Angelica sinensis Extract
Active Ingredient: ferulic acid
Specification: 1%
Test Method: HPLC
Dong Quai Extract
A traditional Chinese herbal Extract for the symptoms of PMS.
In Asia, dong quai's reputation is perhaps second only to ginseng. Predominantly regarded as a 'female' remedy, dong quai has been used in such conditions as painful menstruation, and for menopausal symptoms. Scientific investigation has shown dong quai produces a balancing effect on estrogen activity and a tonic effect on the uterus, normalising uterine contractions.
Dong quai is generally quite safe. However, because it does contain photoreactive substances, overexposure to sunlight should be avoided
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Fenugreek Extract
Active Ingredient: 100% fenugreek Extract
Specification: 100%
Test Method: TLC
Botanical Name: Trigonella foenum-graecum
Plant Family: Leguminosae
Common Names: Bird's Foot, Bockshornklee, Greek Hayseed, Mayti (Indian)
Origin: Indigenous to countries on the eastern shores of the Mediterranean and cultivated in India, Egypt and Morocco in Africa.
History: The name comes from the Greek Trigonella, 'three-angled' (leaves) and Foenum-graecum, 'Greek Hay'.
Fenugreek is one of the oldest medicinal plants, dating back to the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans who used it as a culinary and medicinal herb. It was also used by the famous herbalist, Rev. Kneipp for sore throat.
Tradition: It was thought that if you added a few Fenugreek seeds to the water used to clean your household floors it would bring money into the household
Medicinal Plants Used: Seeds
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Kava Kava Extract
Active Ingredient: kavalactones
Specification: 30%
Test Method: HPLC
A member of the pepper family, kava (or kava-kava) is a natural tranquilizer that soothes jangled nerves and eases anxiety with few of the mind-dulling effects of prescription relaxants. Its Latin name, Piper methysticum, means "intoxicating pepper," and indeed, on the South Pacific islands where it is grown, kava is made into a traditional beverage that is drunk at ceremonies and on social occasions--as alcohol is in other societies--to relax people and induce a sense of well-being.
Doctors in Europe have long prescribed kava as a gentle alternative to prescription tranquilizers. But things are changing quickly. Recent news about kava has not been good. In Europe, approximately 40 reports of liver damage among kava users have surfaced over the past two years. Six of these people required liver transplants, and the three died. This was sufficient evidence for the governments of Germany and Switzerland to call for an immediate ban on kava products; Canada and Great Britain shortly followed suit.
In Europe, herbal therapies are carefully monitored by governmental agencies comparable to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This situation is quite different in the United States. Here, most herbs can be taken without physician supervision, and problems may never get reported at all. Because the FDA classifies kava as a nutritional supplement rather than a drug, the agency can't act on "adverse event" reports from physicians by recalling it. Rather the FDA simply issues a "warning," which it has done in the case of kava.
The lack of medical supervision regarding herbal therapies is currently reflected in the U.S. data on kava, with only a single case reported so far:a woman who developed liver failure while using the herb. Given the widespread use of kava, it is statistically quite likely that more people had or even still have kava-induced liver toxicity but remain unaware of it. When abnormalities in liver function do occur with kava, they usually clear up within weeks of discontinuing the herb.
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Red yeast rice
