Turkey tail has been used for thousands of years by the Chinese as well as by Native Americans. The herb's name in Japanese translates as “Cloud Mushroom,” a reference to the mushroom's appearance and ability to promote health, longevity, and enlightenment. It is an...

Coptis is well known in Oriental medicine for its ability to treat Damp Heat, a condition that can impedes digestive function and is also associated with bladder infections, joint pain, arthritis, diarrhea, and bowel irregularity. Coptis contains the powerful chemical...

Notopterygium is an herb with a long history in Oriental medicine. It is often included in patent blends for treating joint pain and rheumatoid arthritis. It is especially effective for treating upper body joint and muscle pain. It is also popularly used to treat the...

Horehound is in the mint family of plants and looks a lot like mint, but it isn’t mint. Horehound (aka Marrubium) has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for a wide range of respiratory conditions. It is a popular ingredient in commercial cough syrups and...

Rhodiola has often been used in Tibet to help treat altitude sickness. It helps improve digestion, build stamina, and improve recovery from fatigue. Now known as a powerful adaptogen, rhodiola has been used by the Chinese for centuries, the ancient Greeks, and the...

Used for many hundreds of years, ledebouriella is a prized herb in Oriental medicine, to help heal painful diarrhea, sore throats, headaches, chills and fevers all associated with colds. It is also used for treating tremors and painful swollen joints and arthritis....