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Glehnia

Derived from the root of the plant, glehnia is used in traditional medicine to treat bronchitis and…

Purported Uses:
  • Bronchitis
  • Chest congestion
Glucosamine

Glucosamine is found in cartilage and in the fluid around the joints. Glucosamine supplements are…

Purported Uses:
  • Inflammation
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Temporomandibular joint disorders
Glutamine

Glutamine is an amino acid that can be absorbed from food sources and synthesized and stored,…

Purported Uses:
  • Cachexia
  • Neuropathy
  • Gastrointestinal toxicity
  • Infections
Glyconutrients
Glyconutrients
Ambrotose AO, Manapol

Glyconutrients refer to specific plant monosaccharides. Proponents suggest that supplemental forms…

Purported Uses:
  • Antitumor properties
  • Health maintenance
  • Immunostimulant
Goldenseal

Derived from the root of the plant, goldenseal is a North American botanical with origins as a…

Purported Uses:
  • Digestive disorders
  • Spasms
  • Infections
Gotu Kola

Gotu kola is an evergreen perennial plant that is prevalent in East Asia and many parts of South…

Purported Uses:
  • Circulation
  • Wounds
  • Memory
Grape Seed

Grape seed extract (GSE) is marketed as a supplement for its antioxidant properties. Active…

Purported Uses:
  • High cholesterol
  • Inflammation
  • Atherosclerosis
Graviola

Fruit from the graviola tree is consumed as food. Its leaves and stems are used to lower…

Purported Uses:
  • Infections
Green Tea

Green tea is a common beverage consumed in Asia. It is used as a dietary supplement to prevent and…

Purported Uses:
  • Cardiovascular support
  • Weight loss
Guarana

Guarana contains caffeine, and therefore has stimulant effects. Long-term effects of using guarana…

Purported Uses:
  • Appetite suppression
  • Fatigue
  • Sexual performance
  • CNS Stimulant