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Guarana
Guarana
The botanical origin of Paullinia cupana Guarana, scientifically known as Paullinia cupana , originates from the heart of the Brazilian Amazon. The plant produces clusters of fruits that, when ripe,... Read more...
Groene thee
Green tea
The biology of the tea leaf: Camellia sinensis All tea comes from the same plant, but the difference between green and black tea lies entirely in the processing. Immediately after... Read more...
Ginseng
Ginseng
What is Ginseng? Ginseng is the collective name for the roots of plants in the Panax genus. The name Panax is derived from the Greek word for "all-healing," which reflects... Read more...
Ginkgo Biloba
Ginkgo Biloba
The Biological Power of Flavonoids and Terpene Lactones The effectiveness of Ginkgo biloba is directly attributable to the unique chemical composition of its leaves. The extract contains two main categories... Read more...
Mucuna Pruriens (Fluweelboon)
Mucuna Pruriens (Velvet Bean)
What is Mucuna Pruriens? Mucuna pruriens is a tropical legume native to Africa and tropical Asia. The plant is notable for the velvety hairs on its pods, which give it... Read more...
Bromelaïne
Bromelain
What is bromelain? Bromelain isn't a single enzyme, but a complex mixture of proteolytic (protein-splitting) enzymes. Although it's found throughout the pineapple plant, the highest concentrations are typically found in... Read more...
Duivelsklauw (Harpagophytum)
Devil's Claw (Harpagophytum)
What is Devil's Claw? Devil's claw is a perennial plant native to the semi-arid savannas of the Kalahari, spread across Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa. The plant owes its distinctive... Read more...
Kurkuma
Turmeric
The Biology of Turmeric: From Rhizome to Curcuminoids Turmeric belongs to the ginger family ( Zingiberaceae ) and originates from the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. Although the root contains... Read more...
Cranberry
Cranberry
Biological Context and Origin Cranberries grow on creeping, evergreen shrubs that thrive in a specific environment of acidic soil and watery areas, often called bogs or peat bogs. The plant... Read more...
Flavonoïden
Flavonoids
What are flavonoids? Flavonoids are a large family of polyphenolic compounds produced by plants as secondary metabolites. Chemically, they are characterized by a specific basic structure: the C6-C3-C6 structure, consisting... Read more...
Brandnetel
Nettle
The Biology of Urtica dioica The common nettle is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the nettle family ( Urticaceae ). It is characterized by its heart-shaped, serrated leaves and... Read more...
Bosbes Extract
Blueberry Extract
What is Bilberry Extract (Vaccinium myrtillus)? Bilberry extract is extracted from the fruits of Vaccinium myrtillus , a shrub that grows primarily in the mountainous and wooded regions of Northern... Read more...