Best Herbs for Digestion & Gut Health
Herbs that soothe the digestive tract, support healthy gut flora, and ease common GI complaints.
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Sea Buckthorn ζ²ζ£
A super-berry with 190+ bioactive compounds β rare plant source of omega-7. Used in Chinese and Tibetan medicine for stomach ulcers, skin healing, and cardiovascular protection.
Artichoke Leaf Extract ζι²θ
Not just a vegetable β the leaf extract has strong evidence for cholesterol reduction, liver protection, and IBS symptom relief. Contains cynarin and chlorogenic acid.
Cang Zhu (Atractylodes Rhizome) θζ―
Different from Bai Zhu β this one dries dampness more strongly. Used for bloating, diarrhea, joint pain in damp weather, and night blindness. Key herb for dampness patterns in TCM.
Chamomile ζ΄ηθ
One of the world's most consumed herbal teas. Mild sedative and anti-anxiety effects from apigenin binding to GABA receptors. Also anti-inflammatory and digestive-soothing.
Fennel Seed ε°θ΄ι¦
Used worldwide for digestive complaints β colic in infants, bloating, and IBS. In TCM warms the kidneys and disperses cold. Contains anethole with estrogenic and anti-spasmodic properties.
White Mulberry Leaf ζ‘εΆ
Used in TCM for wind-heat colds and eye problems. Modern research focuses on blood sugar regulation β contains DNJ which inhibits sugar absorption. Popular diabetic herb.
Coptis (Huang Lian) ι»θΏ
The primary natural source of berberine in TCM. Used for thousands of years to 'clear heat and dry dampness' β treating infections, digestive issues, and inflammation.
Dandelion θ²ε ¬θ±
A common weed with therapeutic value. Root supports liver and digestion, leaf is a natural diuretic. Used in both TCM and Western herbalism for detoxification.
Hemp Seed (Huo Ma Ren) η«ιΊ»δ»
A TCM herb for constipation in the elderly β lubricates the intestines. Non-psychoactive (no THC). Rich in omega-3, GLA, and complete protein. Also used for blood deficiency patterns.
Holy Basil (Tulsi) ε£η½ε
Revered in Ayurveda as 'The Incomparable One.' An adaptogen with growing evidence for stress relief, blood sugar regulation, and anti-inflammatory effects.