Valeriana officinalis, also known as Valerian, is a flowering plant native to Europe and Asia. The roots are the reservoirs of active compounds like Valerenic acid, Isovaleric acid, and numerous other antioxidants. These chemical compounds affect gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) receptors in the brain, thus inducing sleep and reducing anxiety.
White Kidney Bean or Phaseolus vulgaris is a rich dietary fiber source and an excellent plant-based protein source. White Kidney Beans contain many bioactive substances such as Isoflavones, Anthocyanins, responsible for various health attributes. It possesses alpha-amylase inhibitors working as a carbohydrate blocker resulting in lesser starch absorption in the intestine.
White Willow Extract is obtained from the barks of the Willow tree, scientifically known as Salix alba that belongs to the family Salicaceae. The bark contains an active component called salicin, which converts to salicylic acid, a precursor of aspirin. The bark has antipyretic and analgesic properties, thus used in the traditional system of medicine to relieve pain and fever.
Wild Yam is a vine, also known as Colic Root, used in traditional medicine. The bulb and root of this plant contain Diosgenin. Diosgenin is a plant steroid that can be engineered for the production of steroids such as progesterone, estrogen, and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). Wild yam may affect the hormone level and may provide medicinal benefits.
Yerba Mate is an herbal tea produced from the leaves of the Ilex paraguariensis plant. Having Bitter in taste, yerba mate is full of beneficial compounds. Yerba Mate contains nutrients like vitamin C and calcium, amino acids. It is rich in polyphenols having antioxidant properties. Yerba Mate has caffeine, which can affect signaling molecules and increase energy level, and boosts mental f
