Eye Health

Preparation:

• Add 2–3 cloves to daily cooking.
• Crush and let sit 10 min before heating to preserve allicin.

Dosage:

• 2–3 cloves daily

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Add fresh grated ginger to teas, cooking, and smoothies.

Dosage:

• 1–2 tsp fresh daily

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Add to golden milk, soups, and rice dishes with black pepper.

Dosage:

• 1 tsp daily with meals

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Sip 1–2 cups of homemade or quality store-bought broth daily.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups daily

Appalachian Folk Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare and drink 1–2 cups daily, warm or at room temperature.
• Avoid excessive amounts.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups daily

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Soak overnight, then simmer until tender.
• Use in soups, stews, dips, or as a side dish.

Dosage:

• ½ cup cooked daily

African Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

African Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Use as a cooking medium on low heat, or drizzle raw over finished dishes to preserve beneficial fatty acids.

Dosage:

• 1–2 tbsp daily

African Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Bibhitaki in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Lodhra in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Hormone-sensitive conditions (breast/ovarian cancer, endometriosis) — phytoestrogenic activity possible

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Daru Haridra (Indian Barberry) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Active liver disease — monitor liver enzymes with long-term use

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Palash in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Goji Berry (Gou Qi Zi) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) — may overstimulate immune response
• Diabetes medications — may enhance hypoglycaemic effect; monitor blood glucose closely

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Ligustrum (Nu Zhen Zi) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) — may overstimulate immune response

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Decoction: Simmer 1–2 tsp of dried Plantain Seed (Che Qian Zi) in 2 cups of water for 15–20 minutes.
• Strain and drink warm.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Significant kidney impairment — diuretic herbs may worsen renal function

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Prunella (Xia Ku Cao) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pre-surgery — discontinue at least 2 weeks prior (potential antiplatelet effect)
• Thyroid disorders — may interfere with levothyroxine and other thyroid medications

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Amazonian Plant Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Celtic & Norse Herbalism

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Celtic & Norse Herbalism

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Māori Rongoa

Preparation:

• Swallow whole.
• Take with a meal that contains healthy fats to maximise absorption of fat-soluble compounds.

Dosage:

• 1–2 softgels daily with a meal containing healthy fat

Hawaiian & Polynesian Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare as a strong tea or infusion.
• Allow to cool to a comfortable temperature.
• Apply to affected area with a clean cloth, or rinse skin thoroughly.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Rinse or wipe affected area 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Mix the dry powder blend with enough water, oil, or honey to form a paste.
• Apply to skin, leave for 10–15 minutes, then rinse off.
• Use 2–3× weekly.

Dosage:

• Apply as paste 2–3× weekly

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Persian Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare as a strong tea or infusion.
• Allow to cool to a comfortable temperature.
• Apply to affected area with a clean cloth, or rinse skin thoroughly.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Rinse or wipe affected area 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Siddha Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Vietnamese Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Russian & Siberian Folk Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Goji berries + Chrysanthemum flowers + Water + Honey + Lemon.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Dried chrysanthemum flowers + Water + Rock sugar + Wolfberries + Mint.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Wolfberries (goji) + Schisandra berries + Water + Honey + Lemon.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Carrot + Ginger + Turmeric + Lemon + Orange.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Wild blueberries + Water + Lemon + Honey + Mint.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Indigenous Native American

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Dried chrysanthemum + Wolfberries + Water + Honey + Lemon.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Kampo

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Dried chrysanthemum flowers + Water + Honey + Wolfberries + Lemon.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Butterfly pea flowers + Water + Lemon + Honey + Mint.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Thai Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Buriti palm fruit + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Amazonian

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Peach palm (pupunha) fruit + Water + Honey + Lemon + Cinnamon.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Amazonian

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Tucumã palm fruit + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Amazonian

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Buriti palm oil (dilute) + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Brazilian Phytotherapy

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Dried chrysanthemum flowers + Water + Honey + Wolfberries + Lemon.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Vietnamese Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Bilberries (bog) + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Mongolian Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Wild carrot root + Lemon + Honey + Ginger + Water.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Mongolian Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Bilberries + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Celtic Norse

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Wild blueberries + Water + Honey + Lemon + Mint.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Appalachian