Category: HERBS AND EXTRACTS

This herb has been considered the fountain of youth for a very long time, but it is also scientifically proven to be an adaptogen. Many of its popular properties prove that it is the most potent and effective ayurvedan herb. What do we know about Ashwagandha? This herb, referred to as Ashwagandha, is originally named…

For most people, especially those who enjoy cooking, ginger is just an herb. If you are among those people, then it would be good to know that the chemicals that ginger contains, make it the number one anti-oxidant in the world of herbs. What is ginger? Ginger is the popular name of the perennial plant …

In the world of sports, yohimbine is said to be a powerful formula for energy and fat burning. Outside of the sport, it is mentioned above all as an aphrodisiac. The word used here is not accidentally selected, but it suggests the African origin of the rare alkaloid. What is yohimbine? Yohimbe is one of…

This plant is known for its rejuvenating properties, which is why it finds application in the cosmetic industry and is commonly used for moisturizing creams. Aloe Vera extract is also found in sunburn creams and balsams, as well as products that slow aging. What is Aloe Vera? Aloe (Asphodelaceae) is a tropical plant, naturally found…

If you happen to be someone with a busy lifestyle, and your work requires you to digest a big volume of information, then those intense workout sessions at the gym may even make things worse at times. Probably may lead to a brain burnout! Ginkgo biloba may be the cure for that, as its active …

The history of Guarana use is lost back in time, dating to its use in Amazonian tribes’ medicine. The extract from Guarana has been found more than half a century ago and has gained popularity on the market, as it is a big part of many different energy drinks and supplements. What is guarana? Paullinia

This tree is famous for its energizing properties, which, of course, are a result of its caffeine content. The interesting thing however, is that the effect is not the same as with green, black tea and coffee. What is yerba mate? Scientifically referred to as Ilex paraguariensis, yerba mate is an evergreen tree, which grows…

Linden tea is without a doubt one of the most aromatic drinks and, as an herb, it is especially rich in medicinal substances. This is why it is used widely in medicine as well as cosmetics. The Linden is a high up to 25-30 meters long tree, strongly branched and with a dense crown. The …