#Traditional World Medicine Systems
Explore evidence-informed monographs, pharmacological mechanisms, traditional ethnobotany, and therapeutic protocols categorized under #Traditional World Medicine Systems.
Kanna / Sceletium Tortuosum: Mesembrine Alkaloids, PDE4 Inhibition, Serotonin Reuptake & Restorative Stress Adaptogens
A deep dive into South African Sceletium tortuosum (Kanna), exploring mesembrine alkaloids, dual phosphodiesterase-4 (PDE4) inhibition and serotonin reuptake blockade, and acute cognitive anxiolysis.
Griffonia Simplicifolia: 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), Direct Serotonin Decarboxylation & Satiety Signaling
An evidence-based study on West African Griffonia simplicifolia seeds, detailing natural 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), direct crossing of the blood-brain barrier, central serotonin biosynthesis, and carbohydrate satiety control.
Rooibos (Aspalathus linearis): Aspalathin C-Glucosyl Dihydrochalcone, Superoxide Dismutase Mimetic & Cardiovascular ACE Inhibition
A scientific monograph on South African Aspalathus linearis (Rooibos), analyzing the rare C-glucosyl dihydrochalcone aspalathin, angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibition, and caffeine-free endothelial protection.
African Pygeum (Prunus africana): Phytosterols (Beta-Sitosterol), Ferulic Acid Esters & Prostatic Stromal Hyperplasia
An evidence-based monograph on Prunus africana bark extract, detailing phytosterols, ferulic acid fatty esters, basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) downregulation, and BPH urinary flow optimization.
Devil's Claw (Harpagophytum procumbens): Harpagoside Iridoid Glycoside, COX-2/iNOS Inhibition & Osteoarthritis Cartilage Protection
A comprehensive review of Kalahari Harpagophytum procumbens secondary storage tubers, analyzing harpagoside iridoid glycosides, suppression of COX-2 and iNOS, and non-ulcerogenic joint pain relief.
Andean Pink Pepper Tree (Schinus molle): Alpha-Phellandrene, Pinene, Traditional Incan Chicha Preservation & Anti-Inflammatory Balsams
An ethnobotanical and chemical review of Peruvian Schinus molle berries and resin, detailing alpha-phellandrene, bicyclogermacrene, historical Incan royal fermented chicha preservation, and respiratory antiseptic inhalations.
Canchalagua (Schkuhria pinnata): Sesquiterpene Lactones, Andean Malaria Lore, Blood Cleansing Alterative & Hepatorenal Support
A pharmacognostic evaluation of Andean Schkuhria pinnata, examining sesquiterpene lactones (schkuhriolides), traditional febrifuge malaria lore, alterative blood cleansing, and hepatobiliary bile stimulation.
Yacón Tuber & Syrup (Smallanthus sonchifolius): Fructooligosaccharides (FOS Prebiotics), Bifidogenic SCFA Production & Glycemic Control
An evidence-based monograph on Andean Smallanthus sonchifolius roots, investigating high-titer fructooligosaccharides (FOS), selective Bifidobacterium proliferation, short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) synthesis, and glycemic regulation.
Passionflower Amazonian Relatives (Passiflora edulis / Maracujá): Passiflorine, Edulans, Sedative Aromatics & Autonomic Calming
A study of Amazonian Passion Fruit leaves and juice (Passiflora edulis), analyzing passiflorine alkaloids, C-glycosyl flavonoids (vitexin, isovitexin), volatile edulans, and autonomic parasympathetic tone.
Ayahuasca Vine Pharmacognosy (Banisteriopsis caapi): Harmala Alkaloids (Harmine, Harmaline), Reversible MAO-A Inhibition & Neuroplasticity
A scientific monograph on the Banisteriopsis caapi liana, detailing beta-carboline alkaloids (harmine, harmaline, tetrahydroharmine), reversible MAO-A enzyme inhibition, and adult neurogenesis (hippocampal neuroplasticity).
Cacao / Theobroma Cacao (Criollo & Forastero): Theobromine, Flavan-3-ols (Epicatechin), Coronary Vasodilation & Endothelial Flow-Mediated Dilation
A comprehensive review of raw and minimally processed Theobroma cacao, examining (-)-epicatechin, theobromine, endothelial nitric oxide synthase upregulation, and clinical improvements in flow-mediated dilation (FMD).