Articles in: Herbs + Supplements

Read well-researched articles describing the health benefits of many herbs, nutrients and natural supplements. Our goal is to take the herbal wisdom of the ancients and prove it with today’s modern science.

Healthy Alternatives to Laxatives

by John Douillard on November 22, 2018 | 28 Comments

A recent review of scientific literature looked at the state of modern digestion and elimination. Researchers found reports of sluggish elimination common, but inconsistent from country to country. Americans, in particular, seem unsure how to classify their bathroom habits, with survey results ranging from 2% all the way up to 27% of the population. (1)

Blast Biofilm this Winter: New Tulsi Holy Basil Benefits

by John Douillard on November 3, 2018 | 6 Comments

In Ayurveda, whenever an herb is given names like the “Queen of Herbs,” “The Incomparable One,” the “Elixir of Life” or the “Mother Medicine of Nature,” you know that the herb is special. The science on tulsi holy basil (Ocimum sanctum) is now revealing why this herb has been revered for so many thousands of

Ashwagandha for Anxiety, Stress, and Sleep

by John Douillard on October 23, 2018 | 5 Comments

According to a report in the Alternative Medicine Review, an estimated 75-90 percent of primary care visits may be related to stress. (1) Stress has been linked to a host of health concerns involving immunity, cardiovascular system, sleep, mood, bone, brain and cognitive function, breathing, muscle tension, circulation, fatigue, metabolic concerns such as blood sugar

Top 5 Herbs to Stabilize Energy and Nourish your Adrenals

by John Douillard on October 18, 2018 | 10 Comments

Fatigue and a feeling of tiredness are extremely common here in the US. Without realizing it, many of us go through our days self-medicating our adrenal exhaustion with caffeine, nicotine from cigarettes or vaping, sugar, energy drinks, or other stimulants. Stimulants like these often overtly attempt to drive the adrenals to make energy that they

How Ayurveda Activates Herbs for Maximum Results

by John Douillard on October 6, 2018 | 4 Comments

According to Ayurveda, herbal formulations can be “activated” in certain ways to boost their bio-availability and effectiveness. Herbal formulas using whole, organically-grown herbs of good quality, combined with other herbs to enhance their intelligence, and taken in-season can provide a combination of nutritional benefit, probiotic support, and a needed therapeutic impact. In this article, I

The Potent Power of Potassium for Heart Health

by John Douillard on September 29, 2018 | 6 Comments

From 1972 to 1992, a landmark study on heart disease was performed in Finland. The study reduced sodium or salt consumption while increasing potassium consumption. The results were literally heard around the world—but then somehow forgotten. During this 20-year study, when heart patients increased their ratio of potassium to sodium, the rate of death from

Shatavari: Ayurveda’s Sacred Reproductive Tonic for Women of All Ages (And Men, Too!)

by John Douillard on September 1, 2018 | 13 Comments

My first real introduction to the female reproductive herb, shatavari, known as the “Women with a Hundred Husbands,” was in the back waters of Kerala—in the south of India—during the late 80s. I was visiting one of the last remaining Nampoothiri tribes still living in their traditional pre-colonial ways. The Ayurvedic clinic in the village

Supercharge and Maximize Absorption of CoQ10 with Shilajit

by John Douillard on August 25, 2018 | 7 Comments

CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) is a naturally-occurring free radical scavenger in the body that supports antioxidant activity in the lymph, blood and cell membranes. CoQ10 has a major role in energy manufacturing. It helps the body convert carbohydrate metabolites from our food into the main source of energy for most of its cellular processes, ATP (adenosine

5 Spices to Rock your Digestive World

by John Douillard on August 23, 2018 | 43 Comments

Many people are embarrassed to discuss digestive symptoms with their doctor, and often, they’ll go untreated for years. The most commonly reported symptoms are gas, bloating, indigestion, and abdominal discomfort. (1) Early detection, and not sweeping such symptoms under the rug, is critical—not only for a complete digestive recovery but for long-term health. If you

Brahmi: Ayurveda’s Secret to Boost Collagen Production

by John Douillard on August 22, 2018 | 20 Comments

Collagen is a protein found in the skin, arteries, muscles, tendons, soft tissue and the skin of the digestive tract and respiratory tract. In fact, collagen is the body’s most abundant protein! As we age, we start producing less collagen. This lack of collagen starts to show up in age-related skin concerns that also affects

Ashwagandha’s Anti-Aging Superpowers Backed by AI (Artificial Intelligence) Study

by John Douillard on July 31, 2018 | 16 Comments

Ashwagandha is Ayurveda’s premier adaptogenic herb for stress and longevity. It has a special classification as a rasayana herb. Rasayana herbs are believed to promote longevity, induce nourishment, and prevent the effects of aging. New studies have found that ashwagandha can mimic the bio-chemical effect of calorie restriction—a dietary regimen at the forefront of emerging

Turmeric: A Heart Healthy Pre-Workout Alternative

by John Douillard on July 24, 2018 | 11 Comments

Turmeric has been shown to deliver outstanding support to the heart. So much so that it inspired researchers to compare it to exercise in regard to cardiovascular support. Specifically, they studied curcumin—the constituent of turmeric that gives it its yellow pigment. In the study, 32 post-menopausal women were assigned to 3 groups. One group took