Best Herbs for Immune Support
Herbs that strengthen immune defenses, modulate immune response, and support recovery from illness.
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Maitake Mushroom ็ฐๆ ่ฑ
Known as 'hen of the woods.' Contains D-fraction and MD-fraction beta-glucans with strong immune-modulating effects. Also studied for blood sugar and weight management.
Platycodon (Jie Geng) ๆกๆข
The 'boat herb' that directs other herbs upward to the lungs. Used for cough, sore throat, and lung abscess. Also promotes pus discharge in TCM surgery. Popular in Korean cuisine (doraji).
Turkey Tail Mushroom ไบ่
One of the most researched medicinal mushrooms, particularly for immune support alongside cancer treatment. PSK/PSP compounds are approved as adjunct therapy in Japan.
Cat's Claw ้ฉ่ค
A rainforest vine used for immune modulation and inflammation. The Chinese variety (Gou Teng) is used for hypertension and headaches. Contains oxindole alkaloids.
Cat's Claw (South American) ็ซ็ช่ค
A rainforest vine from Peru used for immune support and inflammation. Contains oxindole alkaloids that stimulate immune cell activity. Different species from Chinese Gou Teng.
Chinese Skullcap Root ้ป่ฉ็
The prepared root slices used in TCM decoctions. Contains baicalin at higher concentrations than leaf preparations. Key herb for clearing damp-heat in upper and middle jiao.
Andrographis Leaf Extract ็ฉฟๅฟ่ฒ็
Standardized extract (Kan Jang, AP-Bio) with strong clinical trial data for reducing cold duration and severity. The most studied form for upper respiratory infections.
Forsythia Fruit (Lian Qiao) ่ฟ็ฟ
A key TCM herb for clearing heat-toxins โ used for sore throat, fever, and skin infections. Partner herb with honeysuckle in the famous Yin Qiao San formula for early-stage colds.
Pau d'Arco ็ดซ่ณ
Inner bark of a Brazilian tree with lapachol and beta-lapachone compounds. Used traditionally for infections, candida, and inflammation. Limited clinical trials but extensive traditional use.
Tremella Mushroom ้ถ่ณ
Known as the 'beauty mushroom' in TCM. Traditionally used by Chinese royalty for skin hydration and youthfulness. Contains polysaccharides that hold 500x their weight in water.