A Letter to the Natural Products Industry:
The Earth gives us everything. The least we can do is protect and invest in what makes our work possible—biodiverse […]
A Plant A Day
Asiaticosides-
Important Bioactive From Plants! Asiaticosides are triterpenoid saponins, that feature a dammarane-type triterpene backbone with sugar moieties attached, contributing to
Flower Essences
Post Series: Herbal Preparations In this post series, we explore the diverse ways botanicals can be prepared for culinary, wellness,
Fungi Fact: Can Be Used as Construction Materials!
Mycelium, the root-like structure of fungi, is emerging as a sustainable construction material due to its biodegradability, lightweight nature, and
Ergothioneine-
Important Bioactive From Foods! Ergothioneine is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative characterized by a unique sulfur-containing imidazole ring, which
The Citric Acid Cycle (aka. The Krebs Cycle)-
Post Series: Biochemical Pathways & Bioactives This post series is intended to educate on the importance of bioactives by looking
The Economic Botany Story of Vanilla (Vanilla planifolia) 🌍 🍦
From ancient rituals to one of the most valuable spices in the world, Vanilla’s journey is a story of innovation,
Introducing The Total Tox Burden-
Post Series: Botanicals & Functional Medicine Labs 💡➡️Herbal medicines are being recommended through lab testing! This series will explore the
The Methylation Pathway: Your Body’s Genetic Switchboard 🧬🔄
Post Series: Biochemical Pathways & Bioactives I wanted to do this post series as I think it is very powerful
The Economic Botany Story of Ginger (Zingiber officinale) 🌿 🌍
Post Series: Economic Botany Stories From ancient trade routes to modern superfood status, Ginger has shaped economies, cultures, and cuisines