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Glossary — K

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This page lists the 206 publication-gated Hermetica profiles starting with K. Records outside the public gate are omitted. Profile validation, dosage, citations, and verified product-containment links vary by record.

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  • Kaempferia galanga
    Southeast Asian
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kaempferia galanga contains ethyl p-methoxycinnamate (EMC) as its primary bioactive compound. It reduces inflammation by inhibiting cyclooxy…
  • Kaempferia Root
    Root/Rhizome
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kaempferia Root, derived from species like *Kaempferia galanga*, is prized for its therapeutic potential, largely due to key bioactive compo…
  • Kaempferol
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kaempferol is a flavonoid polyphenol that enhances nitric oxide synthase activity to support cardiovascular health and blood flow. This bioa…
  • Kaempferol from Dill
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kaempferol, a potent flavonol found in dill, exerts significant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects by modulating key cellular pathway…
  • Kaffir Fig
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kaffir Fig, botanically identified as Ficus carica L., is rich in prenylated flavonoids and anthocyanins, which confer significant antioxida…
  • Kaffir Lime Kernel Butter
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Specific research on Kaffir Lime Kernel Butter is limited; however, extracts and essential oils from kaffir lime leaves and peels, rich in c…
  • Kaffir Lime Leaf
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kaffir lime leaf contains essential oils including citronellal and limonene that provide antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. These bi…
  • Kaffir Lime Leaves
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kaffir lime leaves contain citronellol and limonene essential oils that provide carminative effects for digestive health. The leaves' polyph…
  • Kaffir Orange
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kaffir Orange (*Citrus hystrix*) contains key bioactive compounds like flavonoids, terpenes, and coumarins, which exert antioxidant, anti-in…
  • Kahikatea Berry
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kahikatea berry, also known as koroī, is valued for its high antioxidant content, which supports immune function, cardiovascular health, and…
  • Kaim Leaf
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kaim Leaf (Mitragyna parvifolia) is rich in alkaloids (including mitragynine at 38.61–39.79 mg/g dry weight), flavonoids, and triterpenoids …
  • Kaishore Guggulu
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kaishore Guggulu is an Ayurvedic herbal formulation containing guggulsterones that reduce inflammation by inhibiting pro-inflammatory cytoki…
  • Kakadu Plum Leaf
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kakadu Plum Leaf (Terminalia ferdinandiana) contains compounds like vitamin C, ellagic acid, and other phenolics, primarily known for their …
  • Kakkonto (Kudzu Decoction)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kakkonto is a traditional Japanese Kampo formula containing kudzu root, ephedra, and other herbs that works primarily through puerarin's vas…
  • Kala Jeera
    Seed
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kala Jeera (Nigella sativa) seeds yield an essential oil containing 30–48% thymoquinone, a bioactive quinone that inhibits NF-κB nuclear tra…
  • Kalahari Melon Seed
    Seed
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kalahari Melon Seed is rich in polyphenols, proteins, saponins, and alkaloids, which are its key bioactive compounds. These compounds exert …
  • Kalahari Truffle
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kalahari Truffles (Kalaharituber pfeilii) contain bioactive compounds like phenolics, polysaccharides, and terpenoids. These compounds exert…
  • Kalari Cheese Fruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kalari Cheese Fruit, derived from Garcinia morella, is rich in bioactive compounds like gallic acid and catechins. These compounds exert ant…
  • Kale
    Seed
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kale seeds contain concentrated glucosinolates (164.6 mg glucoiberin and 130.6 mg glucobrassicin per 100g dry weight) that hydrolyze to isot…
  • Kale Stem Fiber Brassica oleracea
    Fiber
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kale Stem Fiber provides significant dietary fiber, crucial for promoting digestive regularity and gut health by increasing stool bulk and t…
  • Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Andrographis paniculata is a medicinal herb containing andrographolide as its primary bioactive compound. It supports immune function by enh…
  • Kamishoyosan (Augmented Rambling Powder)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kamishoyosan is a traditional Japanese kampo formula containing 11 herbs that modulates GABAergic and serotonergic pathways. Its key compoun…
  • Kampo Ninjin (Panax ginseng)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kampo Ninjin (Panax ginseng) contains ginsenosides that modulate HPA axis function and cellular energy metabolism through adenylyl cyclase a…
  • Kanchanar (Bauhinia variegata)
    Ayurveda
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kanchanar (Bauhinia variegata) contains flavonoids like quercetin and rutin that provide hepatoprotective and antioxidant effects. These com…
  • Kandis Fruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kandis Fruit (Garcinia cowa), also known as asam kandis, is rich in bioactive compounds like flavonoids, vitamin C, hydroxycitric acid (HCA)…
  • Kaneka Ubiquinol (CoQ10)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kaneka Ubiquinol is the active, reduced form of CoQ10 that supports cellular energy production through mitochondrial ATP synthesis. It provi…
  • Kangaroo Apple
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kangaroo Apple contains the steroid alkaloid solasodine, which binds to estrogen receptors and acts as a progesterone precursor, exhibiting …
  • Kangaroo Grass
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kangaroo Grass (Themeda triandra) contains significant protein, including 8 essential amino acids, along with ethyl esters like hexanoic and…
  • Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos)
    Flower
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos) is recognized for its rich profile of bioactive compounds, including chlorogenic acid, rutin, and tryptophan, wh…
  • Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum) is an Ayurvedic respiratory herb containing alkaloids like solanine and carpesterol that provide bronchodil…
  • Kantola
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kantola (Momordica dioica) contains bioactive compounds including flavonoids, phenolic compounds, and high levels of vitamin C that exert an…
  • Kaolin Clay (White Clay)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kaolin clay is a naturally occurring aluminum silicate mineral that gently exfoliates skin through its fine particle structure. It absorbs e…
  • Kapas Fruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kapas Fruit, derived from Telosma procumbens, is recognized for its dietary fiber and phenolic compounds like telosmoside A15. These compone…
  • Kapikachhu (Mucuna pruriens)
    Ayurveda
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kapikachhu (Mucuna pruriens) contains 3-7% L-DOPA by weight, a direct precursor to dopamine that crosses the blood-brain barrier. This legum…
  • Kapok Nut Oil
    Oil
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kapok Nut Oil, extracted from *Ceiba pentandra* seeds, is rich in essential fatty acids like linoleic and oleic acids, alongside significant…
  • Karanda Berry
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Karanda berry contains high levels of vitamin C, anthocyanins, and dietary fiber that support digestive health and provide antioxidant prote…
  • Karisalai (Eclipta prostrata)
    Southeast Asian
    Human-reviewed profile
    Karisalai (Eclipta prostrata) is a traditional Siddha herb containing wedelolactone and eclalbasaponins as primary bioactive compounds. It d…
  • Karuka Nut
    Seed
    Human-reviewed profile
    Karuka nut (Pangium edule), native to Southeast Asian rainforests, contains polyphenols and monounsaturated fats that support liver detoxifi…
  • Kashmir Walnut
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kashmir walnut (Juglans regia) is a nutrient-dense nut rich in bioactive polyphenols—including ellagic acid, gallic acid, quercetin, and jug…
  • Kashmiri Walnut
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kashmiri walnut (Juglans regia) contains high concentrations of polyphenols like ellagic acid and tellimagrandin I/II, along with omega-3 fa…
  • Katemfe
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Katemfe fruit (*Thaumatococcus daniellii*) is renowned for its highly sweet protein, thaumatin, which is approximately 1,600 times sweeter t…
  • Katmon Fruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Katmon fruit, from *Dillenia philippinensis*, is an edible, acidic fruit traditionally used in the Philippines for coughs and fevers. While …
  • Kaunch Beej (Mucuna pruriens)
    Ayurveda
    Human-reviewed profile
    Mucuna pruriens contains 3.5-7% L-DOPA, a direct precursor to dopamine that crosses the blood-brain barrier to enhance neurotransmitter prod…
  • Kava (Piper methysticum)
    Pacific Islands
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kava (Piper methysticum) is a Pacific Island plant containing kavalactones that modulate GABA neurotransmitter activity in the brain. These …
  • Kava Kava (Piper methysticum)
    Pacific Islands
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kava kava contains kavalactones that modulate GABA neurotransmission and inhibit voltage-gated sodium channels, producing anxiolytic and sed…
  • Kava Leaf
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kava leaf contains kavalactones that modulate GABA neurotransmitter activity in the brain, producing anxiolytic and stress-reducing effects.…
  • Kava Root
    Root/Rhizome
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kava root (Piper methysticum) contains six major kavalactones—kavain, dihydrokavain, methysticin, dihydromethysticin, yangonin, and desmetho…
  • Kava Root (Piper Methysticum)
    Root/Rhizome
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kava root contains kavalactones, particularly kavain and methysticin, which enhance GABA neurotransmitter activity to reduce anxiety. Clinic…
  • Kavacham (Mucuna pruriens)
    Southeast Asian
    Human-reviewed profile
    Mucuna pruriens (Kavacham) is a leguminous plant containing 3.1-6.1% L-DOPA in its seeds, primarily studied for neuroprotective effects in P…
  • Kawakawa Leaf
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kawakawa leaf, derived from *Piper excelsum*, is rich in bioactive compounds such as pellitorine, myristicin, and lignans. These compounds c…
  • Kaya Nut
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Considering the research, Kaya Nut is not definitively identified and may refer to the cashew nut, known for compounds like carotenoids and …
  • Kazakh Fermented Mare's Milk
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kazakh Fermented Mare's Milk (Kumis) is rich in beneficial probiotics, bioactive peptides, and sialylated oligosaccharides. These components…
  • Kazakh Fermented Mare’s Milk (Kumis)
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kazakh Fermented Mare's Milk (Kumis) is a probiotic-rich beverage containing native proteins like lysozyme, lactoferrin, and immunoglobulins…
  • Kazakh Wild Apple
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kazakh Wild Apple (*Malus sieversii*) is uniquely rich in polyphenolic antioxidants, including epicatechins and anthocyanins, which effectiv…
  • Kefir
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kefir is a fermented beverage rich in probiotics and bioactive metabolites like exopolysaccharides (kefiran) and peptides. Its health benefi…
  • Kefiran
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kefiran is a water-soluble polysaccharide produced by Lactobacillus kefiranofaciens found in kefir grains that functions as a postbiotic. It…
  • Keishibukuryogan (Cinnamon and Poria)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Keishibukuryogan is a traditional Kampo formula combining cinnamon bark, poria mushroom, and three other herbs that improves blood circulati…
  • Kelp
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kelp powder provides essential iodine for thyroid hormone synthesis and metabolic regulation, while bioactive compounds like fucoidan and fu…
  • Keluak Nut
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Keluak nut (Pangium edule) contains polyphenols and flavonoids that provide antioxidant activity, though specific bioactive compounds remain…
  • Kenaf Blossom Vine Tea
    Tea
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenaf Blossom Vine Tea, derived from Hibiscus cannabinus leaves, is rich in bioactive compounds such as polysaccharides, phenolics, and flav…
  • Kenaf Root Tea (Hibiscus cannabinus)
    Herb
    Human-reviewed profile
    While Kenaf Root Tea lacks specific documentation, Hibiscus cannabinus is known for bioactive compounds like quercetin and phenolic acids, w…
  • Kenyan Arrowroot
    Root/Rhizome
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Arrowroot contains a rich profile of flavonoids and phenolic acids that contribute to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects b…
  • Kenyan Baobab Powder
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Baobab Powder contains phenols, procyanidins, and flavonoids, including epicatechin and epigallocatechin-3-gallate. These bioactive c…
  • Kenyan Chia Seed
    Seed
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Chia Seed is rich in α-linolenic acid (ALA) and polyphenols, contributing to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Its hi…
  • Kenyan Coffee Cherry
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Coffee Cherry is rich in bioactive compounds, notably chlorogenic acids and caffeine, which underpin its diverse health benefits. The…
  • Kenyan Finger Millet (Eleusine coracana)
    Grain
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Finger Millet is a superfood rich in phenolic acids, flavonoids, and dietary fiber. These compounds, particularly phenolic acids, inh…
  • Kenyan Frost Apple
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    "Kenyan Frost Apple" is not a recognized botanical cultivar in any peer-reviewed scientific database (PubMed, ScienceDirect, USDA GRIN) as o…
  • Kenyan Green Tea
    Tea
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Green Tea is rich in catechins like EGCG and flavonols such as quercetin, which collectively exert potent antioxidant and anti-inflam…
  • Kenyan Hibiscus
    Flower
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) is particularly rich in anthocyanins, such as delphinidin-3-sambubioside, which provide potent anti…
  • Kenyan Horned Cucumber
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Horned Cucumber, or Kiwano, contains a rich profile of bioactive compounds including phenolics like catechin and flavonoids such as r…
  • Kenyan Purple Passionfruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Purple Passionfruit is rich in flavonoids, phenolic acids, and carotenoids, particularly in its peel. These compounds primarily exert…
  • Kenyan Purple Tea
    Tea
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Purple Tea, a unique cultivar of Camellia sinensis, is rich in anthocyanins and tea polyphenols. These compounds exert powerful antio…
  • Kenyan Red Pear
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Red Pear contains phenolic compounds including quercetin derivatives and arbutin that inhibit acetylcholinesterase and butyrylcholine…
  • Kenyan Red Sorrel
    Herb
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Red Sorrel, widely recognized as Hibiscus sabdariffa, is rich in anthocyanins and flavonoids which significantly reduce oxidative str…
  • Kenyan Uji Ferment
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Uji Ferment enhances nutrition by increasing beneficial polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids through microbial activity. I…
  • Kenyan White Tea (Camellia sinensis)
    Tea
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan White Tea is rich in polyphenols, particularly catechins, which exert potent antioxidant effects. These compounds contribute to cellu…
  • Kenyan Wild Coffee
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Wild Coffee primarily boosts energy and cognitive function through its caffeine content, which stimulates the central nervous system.…
  • Kenyan Wild Honey (Apis mellifera)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Wild Honey is rich in bioactive compounds such as polyphenols, flavonoids, and carotenoids, which contribute to its notable antioxida…
  • Kenyan Yellow Passionfruit
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kenyan Yellow Passionfruit is rich in potent antioxidants like Vitamin C, flavonoids, and carotenoids, which contribute to its health benefi…
  • Kepel Fruit Seed
    Seed
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kepel fruit seed (Stelechocarpus burahol) contains bioactive flavonoids, particularly kaempferol, and phenolic compounds that function as xa…
  • Kepok Banana
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kepok banana (Musa balbisiana × Musa acuminata) is a starchy Southeast Asian variety containing high levels of resistant starch and bioactiv…
  • Keppel Apple
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Keppel Apple, or Kepel Fruit, is rich in bioactive compounds like flavonoids and phenolic acids. These contribute to its noted antioxidant a…
  • Keppel Fruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Keppel fruit, also known as Kepel, contains bioactive compounds like flavonoids and phenolic acids. These compounds exert their effects by s…
  • Kepundung Fruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kepundung Fruit (*Baccaurea racemosa*) is rich in phenolic compounds, flavonoids, tannins, and terpenoids, contributing to its biological ac…
  • Kerala Nutmeg
    Spice
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kerala Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) contains over 50 bioactive compounds—including myristicin, eugenol, sabinene, licarin A, and novel neolig…
  • Keratin (Cynatine HNS)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Cynatine HNS is a solubilized keratin supplement derived from sheep's wool that enhances hair, nail, and skin health. It works by delivering…
  • Kesar Mango
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kesar Mango is notable for its high antioxidant activity, particularly from phenolic compounds and flavonoids like mangiferin, quercetin, an…
  • Ketembilla
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Ketembilla (Dovyalis hebecarpa) contains high concentrations of anthocyanins and polyphenols that modulate inflammatory pathways and provide…
  • Keule Fruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Keule fruit contains a rich profile of bioactive compounds that support cardiovascular health by reducing oxidative stress and improving cir…
  • Khat Leaf
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Khat leaf (Catha edulis) is a stimulant derived from a shrub native to East Africa, primarily known for its psychoactive compounds cathinone…
  • Khaya Bark
    Bark
    Human-reviewed profile
    Khaya Bark, rich in limonoids and polyphenols, exhibits potent anti-malarial activity by inhibiting *Plasmodium falciparum*. Its diverse phy…
  • Khaya Nut
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Khaya nut, derived from the Khaya genus, contains bioactive compounds such as alkaloids, flavonoids, and tannins that underpin its tradition…
  • Khorasan Wheat (Triticum turgidum ssp. turanicum)
    Ancient Grains
    Human-reviewed profile
    Khorasan wheat (Triticum turgidum ssp. turanicum) is an ancient grain containing higher levels of selenium, magnesium, and antioxidant compo…
  • Kidney Bean Shoots
    Vegetable
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kidney Bean Shoots, derived from Phaseolus vulgaris, are rich in bioactive phenolic compounds like catechol and caffeic acid, alongside flav…
  • Kigelia africana (Sausage Tree)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kigelia africana contains steroidal saponins and flavonoids that stimulate collagen synthesis and exhibit antimicrobial activity. The bark a…
  • Kigelia Fruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kigelia africana fruit contains potent bioactive compounds like verminoside and palmitic acid, which contribute to its therapeutic actions. …
  • Kimchi
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kimchi, a traditional Korean fermented dish, is rich in bioactive compounds like phenolics, glucosinolates, and capsaicin, which exert signi…
  • Kimchi (Lactobacillus kimchii)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kimchi contains Lactobacillus kimchii, a probiotic strain that produces beneficial metabolites including short-chain fatty acids and bacteri…
  • King Coconut Water
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    King Coconut Water contains phenolic compounds including catechin, chlorogenic acid, and proanthocyanidins B1 and B2 that provide antioxidan…
  • King Oyster Mushroom
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    Pleurotus eryngii contains β-glucans with (1→3)-β and (1→6)-β linkages that stimulate immune cell activity, while lovastatin competitively i…
  • King Trumpet (Pleurotus eryngii)
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    King Trumpet mushrooms contain high levels of ergothioneine and beta-glucans that support cardiovascular health by inhibiting HMG-CoA reduct…
  • King Trumpet Mushroom
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    King Trumpet Mushroom is rich in ergothioneine, a potent antioxidant, and β-glucans which enhance immune function. It also contains lovastat…
  • Kingwood Nut
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kingwood Nut is not a recognized botanical term. If it refers to Areca catechu (areca nut), its primary psychoactive compound is arecoline, …
  • Kinkeliba Leaf
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kinkeliba Leaf contains polyphenols like (-)-epicatechin, which exert potent antioxidant effects by scavenging free radicals and reducing re…
  • Kitembilla
    Berry
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kitembilla (Dovyalis hebecarpa) is rich in polyphenols and anthocyanins, which primarily function as powerful antioxidants and anti-inflamma…
  • Kiwano
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kiwano provides high concentrations of vitamin C (up to 44mg per 100g) and beta-carotene, which enhance immune function through increased wh…
  • Kiwano Melon
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kiwano melon is rich in bioactive compounds like phenolic compounds, flavonoids, and pectin polysaccharides. Its pectin polysaccharides are …
  • Kiwicha
    Seed
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kiwicha is rich in high-quality protein and essential minerals like calcium, iron, and zinc, which collectively support muscle growth, bone …
  • Kiwifruit Extract
    Extract
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kiwifruit extract (Actinidia deliciosa) concentrates the cysteine protease actinidin (EC 3.4.22.14), high-dose ascorbic acid, polyphenols, a…
  • Kiwifruit Seed Oil
    Oil
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kiwifruit seed oil contains high concentrations of alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3) and linoleic acid (omega-6) that support skin barrier func…
  • Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum) contains high concentrations of resveratrol and polydatin, which act through antioxidant pathways and enzyme…
  • Knotweed Root
    Root/Rhizome
    Human-reviewed profile
    Knotweed root (Reynoutria japonica) contains potent anthraquinones and stilbenes, particularly resveratrol and emodin, which inhibit inflamm…
  • Kodo Millet
    Grain
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kodo millet (Paspalum scrobiculatum) contains bioactive polyphenols including sinapic acid and syringic acid that inhibit α-glucosidase and …
  • Kohlrabi
    Vegetable
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kohlrabi is a Brassica vegetable rich in glucosinolates, particularly glucoerucin, which are converted by myrosinase enzymes into health-pro…
  • Koji (Aspergillus Oryzae)
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Koji (Aspergillus oryzae) is a fermentation mold that produces powerful digestive enzymes including amylase, protease, and lipase that break…
  • Kokam Fruit Extract
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kokam Fruit Extract, derived from *Garcinia indica*, is rich in anthocyanins, hydroxycitric acid (HCA), and garcinol. These compounds contri…
  • Kokum Butter
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kokum Butter is rich in stearic and oleic acids, providing potent emollient and skin barrier repair benefits. Its vitamin E and garcinol con…
  • Kokum Fruit Kernel
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    While Kokum fruit kernel primarily yields kokum butter, the fruit's rind contains key bioactives like hydroxycitric acid (HCA) known for inh…
  • Kola Nut Leaf
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kola nut leaf contains caffeine and theobromine as primary bioactive compounds that stimulate the central nervous system and enhance cardiov…
  • Kombu (Saccharina japonica)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kombu (Saccharina japonica) is a brown seaweed rich in iodine and fucoidan that supports thyroid function and immune system health. The high…
  • Kombu Seaweed
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kombu seaweed is rich in bioactive compounds such as fucoidan, laminarin, phlorotannins, and iodine, which contribute to its antioxidant, an…
  • Kombucha
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kombucha is a fermented tea beverage rich in bioactive compounds like polyphenols, probiotics, and organic acids, which support gut health a…
  • Kombucha Vinegar Drink
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kombucha Vinegar Drink, resulting from extended fermentation, concentrates beneficial organic acids and polyphenols from tea. Its key mechan…
  • Konjac Glucomannan
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Konjac glucomannan is a water-soluble fiber derived from the konjac root that forms a viscous gel in the digestive tract. This gel formation…
  • Korean Angelica Root
    Root/Rhizome
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Angelica Root (*Angelica gigas*) is rich in bioactive compounds like ferulic acid, Z-ligustilide, and various phthalides. These compo…
  • Korean Bamboo Shoot (Phyllostachys edulis)
    Vegetable
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Bamboo Shoot (Phyllostachys edulis) is rich in phenols, flavonoids, and polysaccharides, which contribute to its health benefits. The…
  • Korean Bellflower Root
    Root/Rhizome
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Bellflower Root's therapeutic actions are primarily attributed to triterpene saponins, particularly platycodins. These compounds exer…
  • Korean Black Ginseng (9x Steamed)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean black ginseng undergoes nine cycles of steaming and drying, concentrating ginsenosides like Rg3 and Rh2 to levels 4-5 times higher th…
  • Korean Doenjang Paste
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Doenjang paste is a traditional fermented soybean product rich in bioactive compounds like isoflavones, soyapaponins, and peptides. I…
  • Korean Fermented Kimchi
    Vegetable
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean fermented kimchi is a rich source of probiotics from lactic acid bacteria and numerous bioactive compounds, including phenolics, gluc…
  • Korean Fermented Radish (Danmuji)
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Fermented Radish (Danmuji) introduces beneficial probiotics for gut microbiome balance and contains bioactive compounds like β-sitost…
  • Korean Fermented Soy Sauce (Ganjang)
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Fermented Soy Sauce (Ganjang) is a traditional condiment rich in phenolic compounds, low-molecular-weight peptides, and beneficial mi…
  • Korean Fermented Soybean Paste (Cheonggukjang)
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Cheonggukjang, a traditional Korean fermented soybean paste, owes its health benefits to bioactive compounds like highly bioavailable isofla…
  • Korean Golden Pear
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Golden Pear (Pyrus pyrifolia) is rich in bioactive compounds like arbutin, particularly in its peel, which contributes to its antioxi…
  • Korean Green Plum
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Green Plum (Prunus mume) is rich in phenolics and flavonoids like rutin, which drive potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects…
  • Korean Kimchi
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Kimchi is a traditional fermented food rich in beneficial lactic acid bacteria, phytochemicals, and glucosinolates. These compounds c…
  • Korean Makgeolli Ferment
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Makgeolli Ferment delivers a rich profile of probiotics, particularly lactic acid bacteria, which modulate gut microbiota to promote …
  • Korean Mountain Ginseng
    Root/Rhizome
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Mountain Ginseng (Panax ginseng) is a wild-grown root uniquely enriched in ginsenosides Rg3, Rg5, and Rk1 that modulate MAPK/NF-κB, P…
  • Korean Mugwort
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Mugwort (Artemisia princeps) contains key bioactive compounds such as polyphenols, flavonoids (eupatilin, jaceosidin), and sesquiterp…
  • Korean Mulberry Leaf
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Mulberry Leaf is rich in bioactive compounds like flavonoids and 1-deoxynojirimycin (DNJ), primarily known for their potent antioxida…
  • Korean Perilla Leaf
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Perilla Leaf is rich in bioactive compounds like rosmarinic acid and perillaldehyde, which exert potent antioxidant effects by activa…
  • Korean Persimmon
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Persimmon is rich in bioactive compounds like phenolics and carotenoids, which provide robust antioxidant protection. These compounds…
  • Korean Red Date
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Red Date (Ziziphus jujuba) is rich in nucleosides, nucleobases, and alkaloids, which exhibit potent antioxidant activity by scavengin…
  • Korean Red Ginseng
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Red Ginseng's distinct bioactivity originates from heat-processed saponin and non-saponin components, primarily ginsenosides, which o…
  • Korean Red Ginseng (6-Year, Steamed)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean red ginseng contains ginsenosides Rg3 and Rh2 produced through steaming, which modulate the HPA axis and enhance cellular energy meta…
  • Korean Red Pepper
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Red Pepper (Capsicum annuum L.) is rich in bioactive compounds like capsaicinoids and carotenoids, which confer significant antioxida…
  • Korean Red Pine Needle Oil (Pinus densiflora)
    Oil
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Red Pine Needle Oil, rich in volatile terpenes like alpha-pinene and fenchone, exerts its effects by disrupting bacterial cell membra…
  • Korean Sea Pine
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean Red Pine (*Pinus densiflora*) inner bark extracts demonstrate antidiabetic potential by enhancing glucose uptake in β-cells. Key comp…
  • Korean Soybean Paste
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean soybean paste (doenjang) contains bioactive isoflavones, peptides, and soyasaponins that regulate gut microbiota by inhibiting harmfu…
  • Korean White Ginseng
    Root/Rhizome
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korean White Ginseng's therapeutic effects are primarily attributed to its diverse ginsenosides and phenolic compounds. These compounds exer…
  • Korlan
    Seed
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korlan (Nephelium lappaceum) seeds contain flavonoids and polyphenolic compounds that modulate immune function through white blood cell acti…
  • Korlan Plum
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Korlan Plum, scientifically identified as Nephelium hypoleucum, exerts its benefits primarily through potent antioxidant compounds like ella…
  • Koroi Fruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Koroi Fruit, identified as *Terminalia catappa*, is rich in polyphenols and flavonoids, contributing to its purported antioxidant and anti-i…
  • Koroi Nut
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Koroi Nut, likely referring to kola nut (*Cola* spp.), contains bioactive compounds like squalene, epicatechin, and yohimbine, which demonst…
  • Koromiko Leaf
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Koromiko Leaf contains tannins, phenolic acids, alkanes, and mannitol, which primarily exert astringent, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant …
  • Koruk (Turkish Grape)
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Koruk, derived from unripe Vitis vinifera L., is rich in phenolic compounds like hydroxycinnamic acid and flavonoids, exerting robust antiox…
  • KPV (Tripeptide)
    Compound
    Human-reviewed profile
    KPV is a tripeptide consisting of lysine-proline-valine that modulates immune responses through melanocortin-1 receptor activation. It demon…
  • Krachai Dam (Kaempferia parviflora / Thai Black Ginger)
    Southeast Asian
    Human-reviewed profile
    Krachai dam (Kaempferia parviflora) is a Thai medicinal plant containing polymethoxyflavones that enhance mitochondrial energy production an…
  • Krestin
    Mushroom/Fungi
    Human-reviewed profile
    Krestin is a polysaccharide-K (PSK) compound extracted from Trametes versicolor mushrooms that modulates immune function through toll-like r…
  • Krill Oil
    Oil
    Human-reviewed profile
    Krill Oil, derived from Euphausia superba, is rich in phospholipid-bound omega-3 fatty acids (EPA, DHA) and the potent antioxidant astaxanth…
  • Krill Oil (Phospholipid-Bound)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Krill oil provides phospholipid-bound omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) with superior bioavailability compared to fish oil. The phospholipid…
  • Krill Oil Phospholipids
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Krill oil phospholipids are bioactive compounds containing EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids bound to phosphatidylcholine, providing superior …
  • Krill Phospholipids (EPA/DHA-bound)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Krill phospholipids deliver EPA and DHA fatty acids bound to phosphatidylcholine, enhancing absorption and bioavailability compared to stand…
  • Krill Protein
    Marine-Derived
    Human-reviewed profile
    Krill protein provides all essential amino acids while delivering omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA in phospholipid form. These compounds supp…
  • KSM-66 (Ashwagandha Root Extract)
    Adaptogen
    Human-reviewed profile
    KSM-66 is a concentrated root extract of Withania somnifera containing high levels of withanolides, the primary bioactive compounds. It work…
  • Ku Shen (Sophora flavescens)
    Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Human-reviewed profile
    Ku Shen (Sophora flavescens) contains alkaloids including matrine and oxymatrine that provide hepatoprotective and anti-inflammatory effects…
  • Kudam Puli
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kudam Puli (Garcinia cambogia) contains 50-60% hydroxycitric acid (HCA) in its fruit rind, which inhibits ATP-citrate lyase to reduce fat sy…
  • Kudzu Root
    Root/Rhizome
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kudzu root contains over 50 isoflavones, with puerarin and daidzin as primary compounds that inhibit ALDH2 enzyme to reduce alcohol metaboli…
  • Kudzu Root (Pueraria Lobata)
    Root/Rhizome
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kudzu root contains isoflavones including puerarin, daidzein, and daidzin that modulate GABA neurotransmitter activity and improve endotheli…
  • Kudzu Root Bark
    Bark
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kudzu root bark (Pueraria lobata) contains high concentrations of isoflavones including puerarin, daidzin, and daidzein that modulate glutam…
  • Kukui Nut
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kukui nut is rich in unsaturated fatty acids like linoleic and linolenic acids, along with vitamins C and E. These compounds contribute to i…
  • Kulfa Leaf
    Leaf/Green
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kulfa leaf (Portulaca oleracea) suppresses the NF-κB inflammatory pathway through bioactive compounds including omega-3 fatty acids, flavono…
  • Kulu Fruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kulu fruit refers to specific nutrient-rich apple varieties, such as Kala Kulu and Maharaji, known for their peels abundant in bioactive com…
  • Kumari (Aloe vera)
    Ayurveda
    Human-reviewed profile
    Aloe vera contains bioactive compounds including anthraquinones and polyphenols that demonstrate antioxidant and antimicrobial properties in…
  • Kumquat
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kumquat provides concentrated vitamin C, flavonoids like hesperidin, and essential oils that support immune function and digestive health. T…
  • Kumquat Kernel Oil
    Oil
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kumquat Kernel Oil, extracted from seeds, is notable for its potential concentration of triterpenoids such as limonin, which are found in hi…
  • Kumquat Leaf Extract (Fortunella japonica)
    Extract
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kumquat Leaf Extract is rich in flavonoids, phenolic compounds, and polymethoxyflavones like Nobiletin, which exert potent antioxidant effec…
  • Kundang
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kundang contains phenolic compounds, flavonoids, and terpenoids, with key bioactives like gallic acid and pentagalloyl glucose. These compou…
  • Kundong
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kundong (Garcinia dulcis) is a Southeast Asian tropical fruit containing bioactive xanthones and hydroxycitric acid that modulate cellular a…
  • Kunyit Asam (Turmeric Tamarind Jamu)
    Southeast Asian
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kunyit Asam is a traditional Indonesian jamu combining turmeric and tamarind that provides digestive and anti-inflammatory benefits. The cur…
  • Kusum
    Berry
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kusum (Schleichera oleosa) seed oil contains bioactive compounds including pyrocatechol, saponins, and flavonoids that promote wound healing…
  • Kutai Nut
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kutai Nut, identified as *Areca catechu*, contains alkaloids like arecoline, which exhibits complex effects including anti-tumor activity by…
  • Kutjera
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kutjera (Solanum centrale) delivers concentrated phenolic compounds that modulate inflammatory pathways and enhance cellular antioxidant def…
  • Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa) is a Himalayan herb containing picrosides that support liver detoxification through enhanced glutathione productio…
  • Kutukutu Berry
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    While specific information on Kutukutu Berry is unavailable, berries commonly contain phenolic compounds, especially flavonoids like anthocy…
  • Kvass (Fermented Beet)
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kvass is a traditional fermented beverage made from beets containing beneficial lactic acid bacteria and betalains. The probiotics support d…
  • Kwai Fah Guo
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Information regarding the specific bioactive compounds and mechanisms of action for 'Kwai Fah Guo' is not readily available in scientific li…
  • Kwai Muk
    Berry
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kwai Muk berries are rich in compounds like skimmiwallin, which exhibit potent antioxidant activity by scavenging reactive oxygen species an…
  • Kweme Fruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    No established fruit named 'Kweme Fruit' is recognized in scientific literature or common botanical references. Therefore, specific bioactiv…
  • Kwemo
    Berry
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kwemo, derived from Irvingia gabonensis, primarily aids metabolic health through its high soluble fiber content, notably mucilage, which mod…
  • Kwemo Nut
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kwemo Nut, understood as areca nut (*Areca catechu*), contains potent alkaloids like arecoline, which exhibits anti-tumor properties. Arecol…
  • Kwini Fruit
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kiwi fruit, likely the intended 'Kwini Fruit', is rich in bioactive compounds such as vitamin C, phenolics, and flavonoids. These powerful c…
  • Kyrgyz Black Currants
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kyrgyz Black Currants are nutrient-dense berries exceptionally rich in polyphenols, particularly anthocyanins, which exert potent antioxidan…
  • Kyrgyz Black Mulberries
    Berry
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kyrgyz Black Mulberries are rich in powerful antioxidants like anthocyanins, flavonoids, and phenolic acids. These compounds primarily funct…
  • Kyrgyz Fermented Wheat Grass
    Fermented/Probiotic
    Human-reviewed profile
    Fermented wheatgrass, rich in chlorophyll, enzymes, and beneficial microbes, supports digestive health by promoting gut motility and nutrien…
  • Kyrgyz Forest Hazelnuts
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kyrgyz Forest Hazelnuts are rich in polyphenols and tocopherols, which activate the Nrf2 pathway to enhance antioxidant defense. This action…
  • Kyrgyz Glacier Berries
    Berry
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kyrgyz Glacier Berries, if referring to *Rubus plicatus*, are rich in immune-supporting vitamin C and anthocyanins. These compounds act as p…
  • Kyrgyz Glacier Blueberries
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kyrgyz Glacier Blueberries, rich in anthocyanins like malvidin and delphinidin, exert powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Th…
  • Kyrgyz Glacier Mint
    Herb
    Human-reviewed profile
    Specific clinical research on 'Kyrgyz Glacier Mint' is limited. However, like other Mentha species, it is likely to contain menthol and flav…
  • Kyrgyz Horse Chestnuts (Aesculus hippocastanum)
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kyrgyz Horse Chestnut extracts are rich in bioactive compounds like β-escin, esculin, and kaempferol glycosides, derived from its seeds, bar…
  • Kyrgyz Mountain Apples
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    While 'Kyrgyz Mountain Apples' are not identified as a distinct variety, apples (*Malus domestica*) are rich in phenolic compounds like flav…
  • Kyrgyz Mountain Pears
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kyrgyz Mountain Pears, like other *Pyrus* species, are rich in dietary fiber and vitamin C, supporting digestive health through bulk formati…
  • Kyrgyz Wild Apricots
    Fruit
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kyrgyz Wild Apricots are rich in bioactive compounds like polyphenols, ascorbic acid, and carotenoids, which collectively provide significan…
  • Kyrgyz Wild Chamomile
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kyrgyz Wild Chamomile contains key volatile compounds like α-bisabolol oxides, β-farnesene, and flavonoids such as apigenin. These compounds…
  • Kyrgyz Wild Rye (Secale cereale)
    Other
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kyrgyz Wild Rye (Secale cereale) is rich in phenolic acids, lignans, and dietary fibers, which act as potent antioxidants and anti-inflammat…
  • Kyrgyzstan Walnut
    Nut
    Human-reviewed profile
    Kyrgyzstan Walnuts, rich in polyphenols like ellagic acid and gallic acid, exert health benefits by inhibiting tumor cell proliferation, imp…