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Glossary — H

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  • Hackberry Leaf Oil
    Oil
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hackberry leaf extracts, from which 'Hackberry Leaf Oil' is theorized, contain potent phenolic compounds like epicatechin and gallic acid, a…
  • Hadjod (Cissus quadrangularis)
    Ayurveda
    Human-reviewed profile
    Cissus quadrangularis is an Ayurvedic herb containing ketosteroids and triterpenes that inhibits RANKL-induced osteoclastogenesis to support…
  • Haematococcus Pluvialis (Astaxanthin Source)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Haematococcus pluvialis is a microalgae that produces astaxanthin, a powerful carotenoid antioxidant with protective effects against oxidati…
  • Haitian Calabash Fruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Haitian Calabash Fruit (*Crescentia cujete*) is rich in bioactive compounds such as alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, and phenols. These comp…
  • Haitian Coconut Flour
    Grain
    Human-reviewed profile
    Haitian Coconut Flour is rich in phenolic compounds like chlorogenic acid and casuarine 6-α-d-glucoside, primarily bound to its dietary fibe…
  • Haitian Forest Lime
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Haitian Forest Lime, likely a variety of Citrus aurantiifolia, primarily offers health benefits through its high Vitamin C content, supporti…
  • Haitian Golden Passionfruit
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Haitian Golden Passionfruit, a variety of *Passiflora edulis*, offers immune support through its high Vitamin C content and combats oxidativ…
  • Haitian Lime Juice
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Haitian lime juice contains high concentrations of vitamin C, citric acid, and limonene from limes grown in Haiti's nutrient-rich volcanic s…
  • Haitian Mango
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Haitian Mango, referring to *Mangifera indica* cultivated in Haiti, provides robust antioxidant protection primarily through its high conten…
  • Haitian Orange Blossom
    Flower
    Human-reviewed profile
    Haitian Orange Blossom, primarily identified as the flower of *Citrus aurantium*, offers significant anxiolytic properties through monoterpe…
  • Haitian Sunflower Seeds
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Haitian Sunflower Seeds, like other varieties of Helianthus annuus, are rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, particularly linoleic acid, whi…
  • Haitian Taro Root
    Root/Rhizome
    Human-reviewed profile
    Haitian Taro Root (Colocasia esculenta) is rich in phenolic compounds and flavonoids, which exert significant antioxidant effects through DP…
  • Hala Fruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hala fruit (Pandanus tectorius) contains polyphenolic compounds including gallic acid and protocatechuic acid that neutralize free radicals …
  • Halela (Terminalia chebula)
    Middle Eastern
    Human-reviewed profile
    Terminalia chebula contains tannins, particularly chebulic acid, which provide potent antioxidant effects through free radical scavenging me…
  • Hangeshashinto (Pinellia Heart-Draining)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hangeshashinto is a traditional Japanese Kampo formula containing Pinellia ternata that reduces gastrointestinal inflammation through inhibi…
  • Hardy Orange
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hardy Orange fruit contains key flavonoids like naringin and hesperidin, which exhibit antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and gastroprotective …
  • Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
    Ayurveda
    Human-reviewed profile
    Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) is an Ayurvedic herb containing high concentrations of tannins and gallic acid that supports digestive health …
  • Harmaline
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Harmaline is a beta-carboline alkaloid that acts as a potent MAO-A inhibitor with an IC50 of 3-5 nM, potentially supporting mood regulation …
  • Harmine (Beta-carboline Alkaloid)
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Harmine is a beta-carboline alkaloid that inhibits DYRK1A enzyme activity, promoting pancreatic beta-cell proliferation and regeneration. Th…
  • Harpagide (Iridoid Glycoside)
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Harpagide is an iridoid glycoside found primarily in Devil's Claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) that demonstrates anti-inflammatory properties.…
  • Harpagophytum procumbens
    African
    Human-reviewed profile
    Harpagophytum procumbens contains iridoid glycosides, particularly harpagoside, that inhibit inflammatory enzymes like COX-2 and 5-lipoxygen…
  • Harpagophytum procumbens (Devil's Claw)
    African
    Human-reviewed profile
    Devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is a Southern African plant containing harpagoside, an iridoid glycoside that reduces inflammation a…
  • Hawaiian Breadfruit Leaf Infusion
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hawaiian Breadfruit Leaf Infusion is rich in bioactive compounds like flavonoids and saponins, which confer antioxidant and anti-inflammator…
  • Hawaiian Kukui Nuts
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hawaiian Kukui Nuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin E, and essential minerals, which primarily support skin and hair health through…
  • Hawaiian Palm Blossom Vinegar
    Flower
    Human-reviewed profile
    Nipa Palm Vinegar, the closest identified equivalent to "Hawaiian Palm Blossom Vinegar" in research, contains potent phenolic compounds like…
  • Hawaiian Polypodium (Polypodium decumanum)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Polypodium decumanum contains polyunsaturated fatty acids, including linoleic, linolenic, and arachidonic acids. These compounds exert anti-…
  • Hawaiian Red Alaea Salt
    Mineral
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hawaiian Red Alaea Salt is an unrefined sea salt from Hawaiian waters, enriched with up to 80 trace minerals, notably iron oxide from volcan…
  • Hawthorn 2% Flavonoids
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hawthorn extract standardized to 2% flavonoids contains oligomeric procyanidins and vitexin that enhance cardiac contractility and vasodilat…
  • Hawthorn Acid (Phenolic Acid)
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hawthorn acid is a phenolic compound found in hawthorn (Crataegus species) that demonstrates significant antioxidant activity through free r…
  • Hawthorn Leaf
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hawthorn leaf contains bioactive flavonoids—quercetin, kaempferol, isorhamnetin, and oligomeric proanthocyanidins—that provide cardiovascula…
  • Hazelnut Blossom Vinegar
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Specific scientific research on Hazelnut Blossom Vinegar is currently absent, precluding identification of its key compounds or mechanisms. …
  • Hazelnut Leaf Infusion
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hazelnut leaf infusion is rich in polyphenols, including flavan-3-ols, which exert potent antioxidant effects by neutralizing free radicals …
  • Hazelnut Shell Fiber
    Fiber
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hazelnut Shell Fiber is a rich source of bioactive phenolic compounds, particularly gallic acid, contributing to its diverse health benefits…
  • Hazelnut Shell Flour
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hazelnut shell flour is a lignocellulosic by-product rich in phenolic compounds, particularly gallic acid. These compounds exert potent anti…
  • He Shou Wu (Fo-Ti / Polygonum Multiflorum)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum) is a traditional Chinese herb containing stilbene glycosides that support hair health and longevity. Its …
  • He Shou Wu (Hair / Anti-Graying)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    He shou wu (Polygonum multiflorum) contains 2,3,5,4'-tetrahydroxystilbene-2-O-β-D-glucoside (TSG) as its primary bioactive compound. TSG sti…
  • He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum) contains stilbene glycosides that enhance blood circulation and liver antioxidant activity. The compound …
  • Heartnut
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Heartnut (Juglans ailantifolia var. cordiformis) is a heart-shaped walnut relative exceptionally rich in α-linolenic acid (ALA), γ-tocophero…
  • Heat-Killed Lactobacillus (Paraprobiotic)
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Heat-killed Lactobacillus (paraprobiotic) contains inactive bacterial cells and cell wall components like peptidoglycan and lipoteichoic aci…
  • Helichrysum Oil (Helichrysum italicum)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Helichrysum oil contains italidiones and curcumenes that accelerate wound healing by stimulating cellular regeneration and reducing inflamma…
  • Heme Iron Polypeptide (HIP)
    Mineral
    Human-reviewed profile
    Heme iron polypeptide is an organic iron supplement containing iron bound to amino acids, derived from hemoglobin sources. It bypasses the t…
  • Hemicellulase
    Enzyme
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hemicellulase is a digestive enzyme that specifically breaks down hemicellulose, a complex carbohydrate found in plant cell walls. It enhanc…
  • Hemicellulase Enzyme
    Enzyme
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hemicellulase is an enzyme that specifically hydrolyzes hemicellulose, a complex plant cell wall polysaccharide, by breaking its β-1,4-glyco…
  • Hemicellulose Fiber
    Fiber
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hemicellulose fiber refers to a diverse group of plant-based heteropolysaccharides, primarily composed of sugars like xylose and arabinose, …
  • Hemp Bread
    Ancient Grains
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hemp bread is a nutrient-dense ancient grain product containing hemp seeds rich in complete proteins, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, and g…
  • Hemp Chips
    Ancient Grains
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hemp chips are nutrient-dense snacks made from hemp seeds that provide complete protein containing all nine essential amino acids and optima…
  • Hemp Crackers
    Ancient Grains
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hemp crackers are grain-based snacks fortified with hemp seeds that provide omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in an optimal 3:1 ratio. The pri…
  • Hemp Milk Elixir
    Mineral
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hemp Milk Elixir, potentially enriched with GABA through fermentation, delivers essential omega fatty acids that support cardiovascular heal…
  • Hemp Seed Fiber
    Fiber
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hemp seed fiber is rich in bioactive compounds, primarily hydroxycinnamic acid amides, including n-trans-caffeoyltyramine and n-trans-ferulo…
  • Hemp Seed Milk
    Seed
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hemp seed milk derives its bioactivity primarily from cannabinoids like CBD, bioactive peptides, and a balanced profile of omega-3 and omega…
  • Hemp Seed Protein Concentrate
    Protein
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hemp Seed Protein Concentrate is a nutrient-dense plant protein primarily composed of edestin and albumin, along with bioactive peptides and…
  • Hemp Seeds (Cannabis sativa)
    Seed
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hemp seeds are highly nutritious, providing a rich source of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, along with diverse phytochemicals including hy…
  • Hen of the Woods
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hen of the woods (Grifola frondosa) contains beta-1,3/1,6-glucan polysaccharides—specifically D-fraction and MD-fraction—that bind complemen…
  • Herbal Ashwagandha Latte
    Spice
    Human-reviewed profile
    Herbal Ashwagandha Latte is a functional beverage containing Withania somnifera root extract, delivering withanolides that modulate cortisol…
  • Herbal Energy Shots
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Herbal Energy Shots deliver sustained energy and enhanced focus primarily through compounds like caffeine and ginsenosides. Caffeine acts as…
  • Herbal Infused Water
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Herbal infused water effectively extracts natural oils, vitamins (such as Vitamin C), and various antioxidants from fresh botanicals and fru…
  • Herbal Water
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Herbal water is an aqueous product from steam or hydrodistillation, containing diluted essential oils (0.02-0.05%) and water-soluble plant c…
  • Hericenone B (Lion's Mane)
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hericenone B is a bioactive compound found in Lion's Mane mushrooms that stimulates nerve growth factor (NGF) synthesis in the brain. This m…
  • Hericenone C
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hericenone C is a benzaldehyde derivative extracted from Lion's Mane mushroom that stimulates nerve growth factor (NGF) synthesis. This bioa…
  • Hericenones
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hericenones are bioactive compounds found in Lion's Mane mushroom that stimulate nerve growth factor (NGF) production. These compounds cross…
  • Hericium Americanum
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hericium americanum, known as Bear's Head Tooth, is recognized for its potential to stimulate Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) production, a mechan…
  • Hericium erinaceus
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hericium erinaceus contains hericenones and erinacines that stimulate nerve growth factor (NGF) synthesis, supporting neuronal health and co…
  • Hericium Erinaceus Extract
    Extract
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hericium Erinaceus Extract, rich in hericenones and erinacines, primarily functions by stimulating nerve growth factor (NGF) synthesis. This…
  • Hericium Erinaceus Mycelium-on-Grain
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hericium Erinaceus mycelium-on-grain contains hericenones and erinacines, bioactive compounds that stimulate nerve growth factor (NGF) synth…
  • Hericium erinaceus spore oil
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hericium erinaceus spore oil is a concentrated extract from lion's mane mushroom spores containing high levels of hericenones and erinacines…
  • Hesperetin
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hesperetin is a citrus flavonoid that acts as the bioactive aglycone form of hesperidin, demonstrating enhanced cellular absorption. This co…
  • Hesperidin
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hesperidin is a citrus flavonoid glycoside that supports cardiovascular health by enhancing nitric oxide production and improving endothelia…
  • Hesperidin from Oranges
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hesperidin, a flavonoid glycoside from citrus peels, provides potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. It acts by directly scavengi…
  • Hexokinase
    Enzyme
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hexokinase catalyzes the irreversible phosphorylation of glucose to glucose-6-phosphate using ATP, marking the first committed step in glyco…
  • Hibiscus Flower Syrup
    Syrup
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hibiscus flower syrup contains high concentrations of anthocyanins and flavonoids that demonstrate antihypertensive properties through ACE i…
  • Hibiscus Flower Tea
    Syrup
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hibiscus flower tea is rich in anthocyanins and other flavonoids, which are primarily responsible for its potent antioxidant and anti-inflam…
  • Hibiscus Kernel Oil
    Oil
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hibiscus Kernel Oil is rich in bioactive compounds like phytosterols, tocopherols, and anthocyanins, alongside essential fatty acids. These …
  • Hibiscus Root Vine Syrup
    Syrup
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hibiscus extracts, rich in anthocyanins and other flavonoids, exert powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects by scavenging free ra…
  • Hibiscus sabdariffa (Roselle)
    African
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hibiscus sabdariffa contains anthocyanins including delphinidin-3-sambubioside (2701 ppm) and cyanidin-3-sambubioside (1939 ppm) that provid…
  • Hibiscus Seed
    Fiber
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hibiscus seed fiber, derived primarily from Hibiscus cannabinus (kenaf) and Hibiscus sabdariffa, is rich in kaempferol, phenolic compounds, …
  • Higenamine
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Higenamine is a benzylisoquinoline alkaloid derived from plants such as Aconitum japonicum and Nandina domestica that acts primarily as a be…
  • Hijiki (Sargassum fusiforme)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hijiki (Sargassum fusiforme) is a brown seaweed containing fucoxanthin, a carotenoid that enhances fat oxidation through uncoupling protein-…
  • Himalayan Apricot (Prunus armeniaca)
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan apricot (Prunus armeniaca) contains high concentrations of beta-carotene, vitamin C, and potassium that support cardiovascular hea…
  • Himalayan Ashwagandha
    Root/Rhizome
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Ashwagandha's adaptogenic effects are primarily attributed to its withanolides, which modulate stress pathways and support physiol…
  • Himalayan Black Raspberry
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Black Raspberry (Rubus ellipticus) is a wild Himalayan fruit dense in anthocyanins—primarily cyanidin-3-O-glucoside and cyanidin-3…
  • Himalayan Black Salt
    Mineral
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Black Salt, or Kala Namak, is primarily composed of sodium chloride enriched with sulfur-containing compounds like hydrogen sulfid…
  • Himalayan Chhurpi Cheese
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Chhurpi cheese derives its primary benefits from bioactive peptides, formed during controlled fermentation and subsequent gastroin…
  • Himalayan Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis)
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis) contains polysaccharides, cordycepin, and adenosine that modulate immune cytokines and enhance cell…
  • Himalayan Gooseberry
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Gooseberry (Phyllanthus emblica) contains exceptional concentrations of vitamin C and bioactive compounds including ellagic acid, …
  • Himalayan Nettle Leaf
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Nettle Leaf (*Girardinia diversifolia*) is recognized for its unique bioactive compounds, including phytosterols like β-sitosterol…
  • Himalayan Pink Salt
    Mineral
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Pink Salt is primarily composed of 97-98% sodium chloride, with trace minerals like iron oxide contributing to its pink color. Its…
  • Himalayan Raspberry
    Berry
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Raspberry (Rubus ellipticus) is abundant in polyphenols, including flavonoids, anthocyanins, and triterpenoids, which primarily ex…
  • Himalayan Rhododendron
    Flower
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Rhododendron, particularly its flowers, contains bioactive compounds like myricetin and quinic acid, which contribute to its anti-…
  • Himalayan Sea Buckthorn
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Sea Buckthorn is rich in flavonoids, carotenoids, and phytosterols, which contribute to its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammato…
  • Himalayan Snow Lotus
    Flower
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Snow Lotus, primarily Saussurea involucrata, is valued for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and adaptogenic properties, largely…
  • Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat
    Grain
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat contains exceptionally high levels of rutin, quercetin, and D-chiro-inositol that activate AMPK pathways and sca…
  • Himalayan Truffle
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Truffle, primarily *Tuber sinense*, is rich in bioactive compounds like ergothioneine, phenolic compounds, and β-glucans. These co…
  • Himalayan Walnut (Juglans regia)
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Walnut (Juglans regia) is notably rich in polyphenols, phenolic acids like ferulic and syringic acid, and juglone, which collectiv…
  • Himalayan White Mulberry
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan White Mulberry fruit is rich in 1-deoxynojirimycin (DNJ), which helps stabilize blood sugar by inhibiting α-glucosidase enzymes. I…
  • Himalayan Wild Garlic
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Wild Garlic (Allium wallichii) delivers concentrated organosulfur compounds including allicin, S-allyl cysteine, and diallyl disul…
  • Himalayan Yew Berry
    Berry
    Human-reviewed profile
    Himalayan Yew Berry from Taxus wallichiana contains taxoids including taxol, which stabilizes microtubules and blocks their depolymerization…
  • Hing / Asafoetida (Ferula assa-foetida)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Asafoetida (Ferula assa-foetida) contains sulfur compounds like ferulic acid and umbelliprenin that stimulate digestive enzyme secretion and…
  • Hippophae rhamnoides
    European
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hippophae rhamnoides (sea buckthorn) contains high concentrations of omega-7 fatty acids, particularly palmitoleic acid, which reduces cardi…
  • Hispolon (Phellinus)
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hispolon is a phenolic compound derived from Phellinus species mushrooms that demonstrates potent anti-cancer activity through apoptosis ind…
  • Histamine N-Methyltransferase (HNMT)
    Enzyme
    Human-reviewed profile
    Histamine N-methyltransferase (HNMT) is a key enzyme that breaks down histamine by adding methyl groups, using S-adenosyl methionine as a co…
  • Histidine
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Histidine is an essential amino acid vital for protein synthesis and enzyme catalysis, serving as a critical precursor for bioactive compoun…
  • HMB (Beta-Hydroxy Beta-Methylbutyrate)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    HMB (Beta-Hydroxy Beta-Methylbutyrate) is a leucine metabolite that reduces muscle protein breakdown through inhibition of the ubiquitin-pro…
  • Hochuekkito (Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hochuekkito (Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang) is a traditional Kampo formula that enhances energy by increasing mitochondrial ATP production and strengt…
  • Hogweed Root
    Root/Rhizome
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hogweed root contains bioactive compounds including furanocoumarins and essential oils that demonstrate potent diuretic and anti-inflammator…
  • Holy Basil (Tulsi) (Ocimum sanctum)
    Herb
    Human-reviewed profile
    Holy Basil (Tulsi) primarily exerts its adaptogenic and immunomodulatory effects through key compounds like eugenol and rosmarinic acid. The…
  • Holy Basil Kernel Extract
    Extract
    Human-reviewed profile
    Holy Basil Kernel Extract is rich in adaptogenic compounds like rosmarinic acid and ursolic acid, which primarily modulate stress pathways a…
  • Holy Basil Leaf Vinegar
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Holy Basil Leaf Vinegar concentrates key compounds like eugenol, rosmarinic acid, and ursolic acid from Ocimum sanctum. These bioactives pri…
  • Holy Fig Flower Vine Sap
    Flower
    Human-reviewed profile
    Holy Fig Flower Vine Sap, derived from Ficus religiosa, is rich in bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, tannins, and terpenoids. These co…
  • Honduran Sapote
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Honduran Sapote (Pouteria sapota) is rich in polyphenolic compounds, flavonoids, and anthocyanins. These bioactive compounds contribute to i…
  • Honey Locust Pods (Gleditsia triacanthos)
    Legume
    Human-reviewed profile
    Honey Locust Pods (Gleditsia triacanthos) are recognized for their rich polysaccharide and phenolic content, offering prebiotic and antioxid…
  • Honeycrisp Apple
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Honeycrisp apples are a cultivar rich in pectin fiber and quercetin, supporting digestive health through prebiotic effects and cardiovascula…
  • Honeysuckle Berry (Lonicera spp.)
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Honeysuckle berry (Lonicera spp.), particularly L. caerulea, is rich in phenolic compounds, including anthocyanins and phenolic acids, along…
  • Honeysuckle Berry Vine Syrup
    Syrup
    Human-reviewed profile
    Honeysuckle Berry Vine Syrup, likely derived from *Lonicera caerulea* L. (haskap) berries, is rich in phenolic compounds like chlorogenic ac…
  • Honeysuckle Blossom Syrup
    Syrup
    Human-reviewed profile
    Honeysuckle Blossom Syrup contains active compounds like flavonoids and phenolic acids, notably chlorogenic acid. These compounds primarily …
  • Honeysuckle Vine Tea
    Tea
    Human-reviewed profile
    Honeysuckle Vine Tea, derived from Lonicera japonica, contains key bioactive compounds like flavonoids and phenolic acids. These compounds c…
  • Hong Hua (Carthamus tinctorius)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hong Hua (Carthamus tinctorius) contains carthamin and safflor yellow A as primary bioactive compounds that promote blood circulation by inh…
  • Honokiol
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Honokiol is a bioactive lignan compound extracted from magnolia bark that exhibits potent anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects. It …
  • Hoodia (Hoodia gordonii)
    African
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hoodia gordonii is a succulent plant from the Kalahari Desert containing the bioactive compound P57 (oxypregnane steroidal glycoside). P57 w…
  • Hoodia gordonii (Bushman's Hat)
    African
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hoodia gordonii is a South African succulent containing the steroid glycoside P57, which suppresses appetite by mimicking glucose effects on…
  • Hop Strobile (Humulus lupulus)
    European
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hop strobile contains xanthohumol, which converts to 8-prenylnaringenin, a potent phytoestrogen with strong estrogen receptor binding affini…
  • Hops
    Herb
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hops (Humulus lupulus) contain bioactive prenylflavonoids—including xanthohumol, 8-prenylnaringenin (the most potent known phytoestrogen), a…
  • Hops Blossom Vinegar
    Flower
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hops Blossom Vinegar may contain bioactive compounds like 8-prenylnaringenin (8-PN) and xanthohumol, which contribute to its traditional cal…
  • Hops Flower Vine Syrup
    Syrup
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hops Flower Vine Syrup leverages bioactive compounds like 8-prenylnaringenin (8-PN) to act as a potent phytoestrogen and modulate neurotrans…
  • Hops Kernel Vinegar
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hops Kernel Vinegar combines *Humulus lupulus* prenylated flavonoids, such as 8-prenylnaringenin (8-PN) and xanthohumol (XH), with vinegar's…
  • Horehound (Marrubium vulgare)
    European
    Human-reviewed profile
    Horehound contains marrubiin, a diterpenoid, along with phenolic compounds and flavonoids. It primarily acts as an expectorant by stimulatin…
  • Horned Melon
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Horned melon (Cucumis metuliferus) provides hydration support through its 80% water content and digestive benefits via dietary fiber. The fr…
  • Horned Plum
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Horned Plum (Carissa spinarum) is a wild edible fruit containing anthocyanins, hydrolyzable tannins, and flavonoids that exhibit documented …
  • Horned Watermelon
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Horned Watermelon is rich in bioactive compounds such as polyphenols, carotenoids, and flavonoids. These compounds primarily exert their eff…
  • Horny Goat Weed (Epimedium sagittatum)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Horny goat weed (Epimedium sagittatum) contains icariin, a flavonoid compound that acts as a phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitor, similar to presc…
  • Horse Chestnut (Aescin)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Horse chestnut extract containing aescin strengthens venous walls by reducing capillary permeability and improving blood vessel tone. This m…
  • Horsetail (Equisetum arvense)
    European
    Human-reviewed profile
    Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) contains high concentrations of silicic acid and phenolic compounds that support connective tissue mineralizat…
  • Hou Po (Magnolia officinalis bark)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hou Po (Magnolia officinalis bark) contains magnolol and honokiol as primary bioactive compounds that regulate qi and support respiratory fu…
  • Houttuynia cordata (Dokudami)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Houttuynia cordata is a Japanese herb containing quercetin and other flavonoids that modulate immune function and reduce inflammation. It wo…
  • Hovenia Dulcis
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hovenia dulcis, also known as the Japanese Raisin Tree, contains potent bioactives like ampelopsin (dihydromyricetin) in its fruits and pedu…
  • Huang Bai (Phellodendron amurense)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Huang Bai (Phellodendron amurense) contains berberine as its primary bioactive alkaloid, which inhibits inflammatory pathways and bacterial …
  • Huang Lian (Coptis chinensis)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Coptis chinensis contains berberine as its primary bioactive alkaloid, which demonstrates potent antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects…
  • Huang Lian Jie Du Tang (Coptis Decoction to Relieve Toxicity)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Huang Lian Jie Du Tang is a traditional Chinese herbal formula containing coptis, scute, phellodendron, and gardenia that supports liver det…
  • Huang Qi (Astragalus membranaceus)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Astragalus membranaceus contains bioactive polysaccharides and astragalosides that enhance immune function through T-cell activation and cyt…
  • Huang Qi (Astragalus propinquus)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Astragalus propinquus contains immunomodulating polysaccharides and astragaloside IV that may enhance immune cell activity and provide antio…
  • Huang Qin (Scutellaria baicalensis)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Scutellaria baicalensis contains baicalin and baicalein, flavonoids that inhibit NF-κB inflammatory pathways and support liver detoxificatio…
  • Huckleberry
    Berry
    Human-reviewed profile
    Huckleberries contain high concentrations of anthocyanins and proanthocyanidins that provide potent antioxidant activity. These compounds ne…
  • Huito
    Bark
    Human-reviewed profile
    Huito bark contains genipin-glycine as its primary bioactive compound, which supports hepatic detoxification through enhanced bile secretion…
  • Human Milk Oligosaccharides (2'-FL HMO)
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    2'-Fucosyllactose (2'-FL) Human Milk Oligosaccharide is a prebiotic compound that selectively feeds beneficial gut bacteria, particularly Bi…
  • Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs)
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are complex carbohydrates naturally found in breast milk that serve as prebiotics. They selectively promo…
  • Humic acid
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Humic acid contains fulvic and humic compounds that enhance mineral absorption and cellular transport. It works by chelating nutrients and t…
  • Humulus lupulus (Hops)
    Herb
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hops (Humulus lupulus) contains 8-prenylnaringenin, a potent phytoestrogen that binds to estrogen receptors to alleviate menopausal symptoms…
  • Huperzine A
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Huperzine A is an alkaloid extract from Huperzia serrata moss that reversibly inhibits acetylcholinesterase enzyme. This mechanism increases…
  • Hyaluronic Acid
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hyaluronic Acid (HA) is a naturally occurring polysaccharide composed of repeating disaccharides of glucuronic acid and N-acetylglucosamine,…
  • Hyaluronic Acid (Oral)
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hyaluronic acid is a glycosaminoglycan that binds up to 1,000 times its weight in water, maintaining tissue hydration and joint lubrication.…
  • Hyaluronidase
    Enzyme
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hyaluronidase is a systemic enzyme that breaks down hyaluronic acid in tissues to enhance cellular permeability and fluid movement. This enz…
  • Hydrogen Water
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hydrogen Water is water infused with molecular hydrogen (H₂), the primary bioactive compound, known for its ability to rapidly diffuse into …
  • Hydrolase Enzyme
    Enzyme
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hydrolases are a crucial class of enzymes (EC 3) that catalyze the hydrolysis of chemical bonds in biomolecules, breaking them into simpler …
  • Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hydrolyzed collagen peptides are highly bioavailable short chains of amino acids, particularly rich in glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline.…
  • Hydroxocobalamin
    Vitamin
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hydroxocobalamin is the natural, injectable form of vitamin B12 that serves as a direct precursor to the active coenzymes methylcobalamin an…
  • Hydroxocobalamin (B12)
    Vitamin
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hydroxocobalamin is a vitamin B12 form that serves as a precursor to methylcobalamin and adenosylcobalamin, the active coenzymes. It functio…
  • Hydroxycinnamic Acid from Coffee Coffea arabica
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hydroxycinnamic acids from Coffea arabica, primarily chlorogenic and caffeic acids, act as potent antioxidants and modulate mitochondrial fu…
  • Hydroxyproline
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hydroxyproline is a modified amino acid that serves as a crucial building block for collagen, comprising approximately 10% of collagen's ami…
  • Hydroxytyrosol
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hydroxytyrosol is a phenolic compound extracted from olive oil with the highest antioxidant activity among natural compounds. It protects ce…
  • Hydroxytyrosol from Olives
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hydroxytyrosol is a potent phenolic antioxidant compound naturally produced in olives, formed during the hydrolysis of oleuropein. It exerts…
  • Hyperforin (Phloroglucinol)
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hyperforin is a phloroglucinol derivative found in St. John's wort that acts as a broad-spectrum neurotransmitter reuptake inhibitor. It mod…
  • Hypericum perforatum
    European
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hypericum perforatum (St. John's wort) contains hypericin and hyperforin as key bioactive compounds that inhibit neurotransmitter reuptake. …
  • Hypoxis hemerocallidea
    African
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hypoxis hemerocallidea is an African medicinal plant containing hypoxoside and rooperol as primary bioactive compounds. These compounds demo…
  • Hypoxis hemerocallidea (African Potato)
    African
    Human-reviewed profile
    African potato (Hypoxis hemerocallidea) contains beta-sitosterol and hypoxoside as primary bioactive compounds that modulate immune function…
  • Hypsizygus tessellatus (Beech Mushroom / Shimeji)
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hypsizygus tessellatus contains beta-glucans that modulate immune function through toll-like receptor activation and enhance gut microbiota …
  • Hypsizygus Ulmarius
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    Hypsizygus ulmarius is recognized for its immune-modulating, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. While its health benefits are su…