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❦ Tool 03 · Herb index
The herb index.
Dose, timing, what it's for, what it's not. Cross-referenced with PubMed. Reviewed by a naturopath.
12 of 12 herbs
A
Ashwagandha
Withania somnifera
Calming adaptogen. Reduces cortisol, supports sleep and stress resilience. 300–600mg/day, with food.
R
Rhodiola
Rhodiola rosea
Stimulating adaptogen. Fatigue, focus, mild depression. 200–400mg, morning only.
T
Tulsi
Ocimum sanctum
Holy basil. Daily tonic, anti-inflammatory, stress-modulating. Tea or capsule.
R
Reishi
Ganoderma lucidum
Immune-modulating, sleep-supporting. Slow-acting — 6+ weeks. Evening dose.
L
Lion's Mane
Hericium erinaceus
Nootropic mushroom. Nerve growth factor, cognitive support. 500–1000mg/day.
S
Schisandra
Schisandra chinensis
Five-flavor berry. Liver support, adaptogen, bright energy. 500mg before 2pm.
H
Holy Milk Thistle
Silybum marianum
Liver repair, detoxification support. Silymarin 140mg 2–3x/day.
C
Chamomile
Matricaria chamomilla
Digestive, calming, bedtime ritual. Loose-leaf over bag. Avoid if ragweed-allergic.
N
Nettle
Urtica dioica
Mineral-dense spring tonic. Iron, calcium, silica. Freeze-dried for allergies.
D
Dandelion
Taraxacum officinale
Liver and digestive tonic. Roast-root coffee or tincture. Bitter, spring-suited.
G
Ginger
Zingiber officinale
Warming digestive, anti-nausea, circulation. Fresh preferred. 1–2 g/day.
C
Cordyceps
Cordyceps sinensis
Energy, VO₂ max, winter vitality. Dual-extracted for bioavailability.