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Huang Qi Wu Wu Tang
Huang Qi Wu Wu Tang
Huang Qi Wu Wu Tang is a TCM formula used to treat neuropathy.
Purported Uses:
  • Diabetic neuropathy
  • Chemotherapy‑induced peripheral neuropathy
Irvingia gabonensis
Irvingia gabonensis
Integra-Lean® African Mango Irvingia, truDERMA Mangodrin, Vitacost African Mango Extract IGOB131® Certified, Absonutrix African Mango, NV African Mango, Irvingiappress
African mango is a plant native to Central and West Africa. The fruit is consumed as food while the…
Purported Uses:
  • Weight loss
  • GI problems
  • Pain
  • Blood glucose
  • Lower cholesterol
  • Infections
Ji Chuan Jian
Ji Chuan Jian
Ji Chuan Jian is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) formula used to treat constipation.
Purported Uses:
  • Constipation
Lobelia
Lobelia
Derived from the aerial parts of the plant, patients use lobelia for smoking cessation and to treat…
Purported Uses:
  • Asthma
  • Depression
  • Drug withdrawal symptoms
  • Induce vomiting
  • Inflammation
  • Smoking cessation
Passionflower
Passionflower
Passionflower is a perennial wildflower, whose extracts are used to treat insomnia, anxiety,…
Purported Uses:
  • Benzodiazepine withdrawal
  • Drug withdrawal symptoms
  • Epilepsy
  • Insomnia
  • Neuralgia
  • Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Pelargonium sidoides
Pelargonium sidoides
Umckaloabo®, Umcka® cold care
Pelargonium sidoides is an herb used in traditional medicine to treat infectious respiratory…
Purported Uses:
  • Common cold
  • Bronchitis
  • Dysentery
  • Diarrhea
Red Yeast Rice
Red Yeast Rice
Cholestin3 ™
Red yeast rice is used in TCM and consumed as food. It is also marketed as a dietary supplement to…
Purported Uses:
  • High cholesterol
Taurine
Taurine
Taurine is obtained by eating meat, dairy, and seafood products, and can also be made in the body…
Purported Uses:
  • Athletic performance
  • Diabetes
  • High blood pressure
  • Neuropathy
  • Weight loss
Wen Dan Tang
Wen Dan Tang
Wen Dan Tang is a TCM formula used to treat insomnia, depression, and anxiety
Purported Uses:
  • Insomnia
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
Yohimbe
Yohimbe
Yohimbe, used as an aphrodisiac for several centuries, is marketed for weight loss and to enhance…
Purported Uses:
  • Athletic performance
  • Sexual dysfunction
  • Stimulant
  • Weight loss