Syndromes: AMA (toxins) accumulation

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  • Boerhaavia diffusa

    Botanical Overview Boerhaavia diffusa (family Nyctaginaceae) is a widespread perennial herb known commonly as Red Spiderling, Punarnava, and Hogweed. It is native to Asia, Africa, and Australia. The root, leaves, and whole plant are traditionally used for their medicinal properties. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and moistening in nature, with bitter, astringent, and sweet…


  • Punica granatum (pericarp)

    Botanical Overview Punica granatum (pericarp) belongs to the family Lythraceae. The pericarp, or peel, of the pomegranate fruit is the part used medicinally. Commonly known as pomegranate peel or rind, this part of the plant is traditionally harvested from the cultivated Punica granatum tree native to Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and South Asian regions. Energetics The…


  • Phyllanthus emblica

    Botanical Overview Phyllanthus emblica, commonly known as Indian gooseberry, Amla, or Amalaki, belongs to the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to the Indian subcontinent, South Asia, and parts of Southeast Asia. The primary parts used medicinally include the fruit, leaf, root, and bark. Energetics This plant has a cooling temperature and moistening quality with prominent…


  • Cinnamomum tamala

    Botanical Overview Cinnamomum tamala, commonly known as Indian bay leaf, tejpatta, or Malabar leaf, belongs to the Lauraceae family. The primary medicinal part used is the leaf. It is native to the South Asian region, particularly the Indian subcontinent, where it is valued for both culinary and medicinal use. Energetics This herb is considered warming…


  • Capsicum annuum (fructus)

    Botanical Overview Capsicum annuum (fructus) belongs to the Solanaceae family and includes widely cultivated types such as bell peppers, chili peppers, and paprika. The medicinally used part is the fruit, which varies from sweet to pungent varieties. It is native to Central and South America but is now grown worldwide for culinary and medicinal purposes.…