Ashwagandha (KSM-66) Strong Adaptogens Cortisol reduction, HPA axis regulation, anxiety
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Rhodiola Rosea Strong Adaptogens Stress resilience, burnout recovery, fatigue
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Holy Basil (Tulsi) Moderate Adaptogens Adaptogenic stress support, anxiety, blood sugar
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Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng) Moderate Adaptogens Stamina, stress adaptation, immune support
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Schisandra Berry Moderate Adaptogens Liver support, stress resilience, mental clarity
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American Ginseng Moderate Adaptogens Cognitive function, energy, immune support
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Maca Root Moderate Adaptogens Energy, libido, hormonal balance
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Astragalus Moderate Adaptogens Immune modulation, longevity, stress adaptation
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St. John's Wort Strong Mood Support Mild-moderate depression, seasonal affective disorder
Interacts with many medications — check with your doctor
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SAMe (S-Adenosyl Methionine) Strong Mood Support Depression, joint pain, liver health
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Saffron Extract Strong Mood Support Depression, anxiety, PMS
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5-HTP Moderate Mood Support Serotonin precursor, mood, sleep, appetite
Do not combine with SSRIs without medical supervision
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L-Tryptophan Moderate Mood Support Serotonin precursor, mood, sleep
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Lemon Balm Moderate Mood Support Anxiety, stress, sleep, mood
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Passionflower Moderate Mood Support Anxiety, insomnia, nervous tension
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Lavender (Silexan) Strong Mood Support Generalized anxiety disorder, sleep
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Magnesium Glycinate Strong Sleep Sleep quality, muscle relaxation, anxiety
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Valerian Root Moderate Sleep Sleep onset, sleep quality, anxiety
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Hops Extract Moderate Sleep Sleep onset, anxiety, often combined with valerian
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Chamomile Extract Moderate Sleep Sleep, anxiety, digestive calm
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Phosphatidylserine Moderate Sleep Cortisol reduction, cognitive function, sleep
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GABA Emerging Nervous System Inhibitory neurotransmitter support, anxiety, stress
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Magnesium L-Threonate Moderate Nervous System Brain magnesium, cognitive function, anxiety
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Lion's Mane Mushroom Moderate Nervous System Nerve growth factor, cognitive function, mood
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Reishi Mushroom Moderate Nervous System Immune modulation, stress, sleep, anxiety
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Chaga Mushroom Emerging Nervous System Antioxidant, immune support, inflammation
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Cordyceps Moderate Nervous System Energy, athletic performance, immune support
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Turkey Tail Mushroom Moderate Nervous System Immune modulation, gut microbiome, antioxidant
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Turmeric / Curcumin (with BioPerine) Strong Anti-Inflammatory Inflammation, joint pain, mood, brain health
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Boswellia Serrata Strong Anti-Inflammatory Joint inflammation, pain, gut inflammation
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Omega-3 (EPA/DHA) Strong Anti-Inflammatory Depression, inflammation, brain health, heart health
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Quercetin Moderate Anti-Inflammatory Inflammation, allergies, antioxidant, immune support
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Resveratrol Moderate Anti-Inflammatory Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, longevity
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Berberine Strong Anti-Inflammatory Blood sugar, gut health, inflammation, cholesterol
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Alpha Lipoic Acid Moderate Anti-Inflammatory Antioxidant, nerve health, blood sugar, inflammation
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N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) Strong Anti-Inflammatory Glutathione precursor, OCD, addiction, liver health
Particularly relevant for OCD/scrupulosity
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Bacopa Monnieri Strong Cognitive Memory, learning, anxiety, stress adaptation
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Ginkgo Biloba Moderate Cognitive Circulation, memory, cognitive function
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Phosphatidylcholine Moderate Cognitive Choline source, memory, liver health
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Alpha-GPC Moderate Cognitive Acetylcholine precursor, memory, focus
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Huperzine A Moderate Cognitive Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor, memory, focus
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Vinpocetine Moderate Cognitive Cerebral blood flow, memory, neuroprotection
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Acetyl-L-Carnitine Moderate Cognitive Energy metabolism, cognitive function, mood
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PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone) Emerging Cognitive Mitochondrial biogenesis, neuroprotection, energy
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Lactobacillus rhamnosus Moderate Gut-Brain Anxiety reduction, gut health, GABA modulation
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Bifidobacterium longum Moderate Gut-Brain Stress response, gut health, mood
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Saccharomyces boulardii Strong Gut-Brain Gut health, diarrhea, microbiome restoration
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Psyllium Husk Strong Gut-Brain Gut motility, cholesterol, blood sugar
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Slippery Elm Moderate Gut-Brain Gut lining support, IBS, reflux
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Marshmallow Root Moderate Gut-Brain Gut lining, respiratory, urinary tract
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Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL) Moderate Gut-Brain Gut lining, reflux, ulcers
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Aloe Vera (inner leaf) Moderate Gut-Brain Gut inflammation, IBS, reflux
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Vitex (Chaste Tree Berry) Strong Hormonal PMS, PMDD, hormonal balance, prolactin regulation
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Dong Quai Moderate Hormonal Menstrual regulation, menopausal symptoms, blood building
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Black Cohosh Moderate Hormonal Menopausal symptoms, hot flashes, mood
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Maca (for hormonal balance) Moderate Hormonal Hormonal balance, libido, energy, menopausal symptoms
View on AmazonAdrenal support, hormonal precursor, energy
Consult a doctor before use
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Pregnenolone Emerging Hormonal Hormonal precursor, memory, mood, stress
Consult a doctor before use
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Saw Palmetto Moderate Hormonal DHT inhibition, prostate health, hair loss
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Red Clover Isoflavones Moderate Hormonal Menopausal symptoms, bone health, cardiovascular
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Huang Qi (Astragalus) Moderate TCM Wei Qi (defensive energy), immune support, longevity
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Ren Shen (Panax Ginseng) Strong TCM Qi tonification, cognitive function, adaptogen
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Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis) Moderate TCM Blood building, menstrual regulation, circulation
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Bai Shao (White Peony) Moderate TCM Liver Yin nourishment, pain, muscle spasm, mood
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Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia) Moderate TCM Kidney Yin tonification, blood building, hormonal
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He Shou Wu (Fo-Ti) Emerging TCM Kidney Jing, hair health, longevity, blood building
Liver toxicity risk — use with caution and medical supervision
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Wu Wei Zi (Schisandra) Moderate TCM Five-flavor berry, adaptogen, liver, cognitive
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Bai Zhu (White Atractylodes) Moderate TCM Spleen Qi tonification, digestion, energy, dampness
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Fu Ling (Poria) Moderate TCM Calm Shen (spirit), digestion, sleep, anxiety
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Ziziphus (Suan Zao Ren) Moderate TCM Heart Blood nourishment, insomnia, anxiety, palpitations
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Long Yan Rou (Longan) Emerging TCM Heart and Spleen Blood tonification, anxiety, insomnia
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Yuan Zhi (Polygala) Moderate TCM Calm Shen, cognitive function, phlegm misting the heart
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Bai He (Lily Bulb) Emerging TCM Lung Yin nourishment, grief, anxiety, dry cough
Particularly relevant for grief and loss
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Mu Li (Oyster Shell) Emerging TCM Anchor Yang, calm Shen, anxiety, palpitations
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Ci Shi (Magnetite) Emerging TCM Anchor Yang, calm Shen, tinnitus, insomnia
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Huang Lian (Coptis) Moderate TCM Clear Heart Fire, anxiety, irritability, insomnia
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Zhi Mu (Anemarrhena) Emerging TCM Clear Heat, nourish Yin, anxiety with heat signs
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Sheng Di Huang (Raw Rehmannia) Moderate TCM Cool Blood, nourish Yin, anxiety with heat
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Brahmi (Bacopa Monnieri) Strong Ayurvedic Medhya rasayana, memory, anxiety, stress
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Shankhpushpi Moderate Ayurvedic Medhya rasayana, memory, anxiety, sleep
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Jatamansi (Spikenard) Moderate Ayurvedic Calm Vata, anxiety, insomnia, nervous system
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Guduchi (Tinospora) Moderate Ayurvedic Rasayana, immune modulation, anti-inflammatory
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Shatavari Moderate Ayurvedic Female reproductive tonic, hormonal balance, stress
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Triphala Moderate Ayurvedic Digestive tonic, antioxidant, gentle detox
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Amalaki (Amla) Moderate Ayurvedic Vitamin C, antioxidant, Pitta cooling, rejuvenation
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Bibhitaki Moderate Ayurvedic Kapha reducing, respiratory, digestive
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Haritaki Moderate Ayurvedic Vata balancing, digestive, cognitive, longevity
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Gotu Kola (Centella Asiatica) Moderate Ayurvedic Cognitive function, anxiety, wound healing, circulation
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Vitamin D3 + K2 Strong Vitamins & Minerals Mood, immune function, bone health, depression
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Magnesium Malate Moderate Vitamins & Minerals Energy, fibromyalgia, muscle pain
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Zinc Bisglycinate Strong Vitamins & Minerals Immune function, mood, testosterone, wound healing
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B-Complex (Methylated) Strong Vitamins & Minerals Methylation, energy, mood, nerve function
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Folate (Methylfolate) Strong Vitamins & Minerals Methylation, depression, MTHFR support
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Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) Strong Vitamins & Minerals Nerve function, energy, mood, methylation
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Iron (Bisglycinate) Strong Vitamins & Minerals Anemia, fatigue, cognitive function
Test before supplementing
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Iodine (Lugol's or Kelp) Moderate Vitamins & Minerals Thyroid function, cognitive function, energy
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Selenium Moderate Vitamins & Minerals Thyroid function, antioxidant, immune support
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Copper Bisglycinate Moderate Vitamins & Minerals Connective tissue, neurotransmitter synthesis, iron metabolism
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Manganese Moderate Vitamins & Minerals Bone health, antioxidant, blood sugar regulation
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Chromium Picolinate Moderate Vitamins & Minerals Blood sugar regulation, carbohydrate metabolism
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Molybdenum Emerging Vitamins & Minerals Sulfite metabolism, detoxification, enzyme cofactor
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Boron Moderate Vitamins & Minerals Bone health, testosterone, cognitive function
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Lithium Orotate Emerging Vitamins & Minerals Mood stabilization, neuroprotection (low dose)
Not the same as prescription lithium
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L-Tyrosine Moderate Amino Acids Dopamine precursor, focus, stress, thyroid
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L-Phenylalanine Moderate Amino Acids Dopamine/norepinephrine precursor, mood, pain
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L-Glutamine Moderate Amino Acids Gut lining, immune function, muscle recovery
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L-Arginine Moderate Amino Acids Nitric oxide production, circulation, cardiovascular
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L-Citrulline Moderate Amino Acids Nitric oxide, athletic performance, cardiovascular
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Taurine Moderate Amino Acids GABA modulation, cardiovascular, antioxidant, bile
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L-Lysine Moderate Amino Acids Collagen synthesis, calcium absorption, cold sores
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L-Proline Moderate Amino Acids Collagen synthesis, wound healing, joint health
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Glycine Moderate Amino Acids Collagen, sleep, gut health, detoxification
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L-Carnosine Moderate Amino Acids Anti-glycation, neuroprotection, antioxidant
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Inositol (Myo-Inositol) Strong Trauma Recovery OCD, anxiety, panic disorder, PCOS, insulin sensitivity
Particularly relevant for OCD/scrupulosity
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NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) Strong Trauma Recovery OCD, addiction, anxiety, glutathione, liver
Strong evidence for OCD symptom reduction
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Lithium Orotate (low dose) Emerging Trauma Recovery Mood stabilization, neuroprotection, PTSD
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Kava Kava Strong Trauma Recovery Anxiety, social anxiety, PTSD, sleep
Avoid with alcohol and liver conditions
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Skullcap (Scutellaria) Moderate Trauma Recovery Anxiety, nervous tension, insomnia, GABA modulation
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California Poppy Moderate Trauma Recovery Anxiety, insomnia, pain, nervous tension
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Motherwort Moderate Trauma Recovery Anxiety, palpitations, nervous tension, uterine tonic
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Wood Betony Emerging Trauma Recovery Nervous system grounding, headache, anxiety
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Mimosa (Albizia) Moderate Trauma Recovery Grief, depression, anxiety, emotional pain (TCM: He Huan Pi)
Traditional use for grief and broken heart
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Rose (Rosa centifolia) Emerging Trauma Recovery Heart Qi stagnation, grief, anxiety, emotional pain
Traditional use for grief and emotional pain
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Evening Primrose Oil Moderate Essential Fatty Acids GLA source, PMS, hormonal balance, skin
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Borage Oil Moderate Essential Fatty Acids GLA source, inflammation, skin, adrenal support
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Black Currant Seed Oil Moderate Essential Fatty Acids GLA and ALA, immune modulation, inflammation
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Flaxseed Oil Moderate Essential Fatty Acids ALA omega-3, hormonal balance, cardiovascular
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Hemp Seed Oil Moderate Essential Fatty Acids Balanced omega-3/6, skin, inflammation
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Milk Thistle (Silymarin) Strong Detox & Liver Liver protection, detoxification, antioxidant
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Dandelion Root Moderate Detox & Liver Liver support, bile production, digestive bitter
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Artichoke Leaf Extract Moderate Detox & Liver Liver support, bile production, cholesterol
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Burdock Root Moderate Detox & Liver Blood purification, liver, skin, lymphatic
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Yellow Dock Moderate Detox & Liver Liver, iron absorption, digestive bitter, skin
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Chlorella Moderate Detox & Liver Heavy metal chelation, detox, nutritional density
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Spirulina Moderate Detox & Liver Nutritional density, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory
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Andrographis Moderate Immune Antiviral, anti-inflammatory, immune support
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Cat's Claw (Una de Gato) Moderate Immune Immune modulation, anti-inflammatory, antiviral
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Olive Leaf Extract Moderate Immune Antiviral, antimicrobial, cardiovascular, antioxidant
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Oregano Oil Moderate Immune Antimicrobial, antifungal, gut health
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Garlic (Allicin) Strong Immune Antimicrobial, cardiovascular, immune support
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