Vitamin C: Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble nutrient found in some foods. In the body, it acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect cells from the damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are compounds formed when our bodies convert the food we eat into energy. People are also exposed to free radicals in the environment from cigarette smoke, air pollution, and ultraviolet light from the sun. (Office of Dietary Supplements, NIH)
Vitamin E: The body also needs vitamin E to boost its immune system so that it can fight off invading bacteria and viruses. It helps to widen blood vessels and keep blood from clotting within them. In addition, cells use vitamin E to interact with each other and to carry out many important functions. (Office of Dietary Supplements, NIH)
Selenium: Selenium is a nutrient that the body needs to stay healthy. Selenium is important for reproduction, thyroid gland function, DNA production, and protecting the body from damage caused by free radicals and from infection. (Office of Dietary Supplements, NIH)
Graviola: Graviola contains many chemicals that may be active against cancer, as well as disease-causing agents such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites. (WebMD)
Red Raspberry: Some people take red raspberry leaf by mouth for easing labor and delivery, for gastrointestinal (GI) disorders including diarrhea; for infection of the airways including flu, and for heart problems. (WebMD)
Green Tea: Green tea has been shown to improve blood flow and lower cholesterol. A 2013 review of many studies found green tea helped prevent a range of heart-related issues, from high blood pressure to congestive heart failure. (WebMD)
Beta-Glucan: Supplement makers sometimes claim that the fiber in beta-glucans supplements can help you feel fuller. This might help you eat less, which could make you lose weight. (WebMD)
Turmeric: Turmeric is promoted as a dietary supplement for a variety of conditions, including arthritis, digestive disorders, respiratory infections, allergies, liver disease, depression, and many others. (National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, NIH)
Pine Bark: Pine bark is a good source of vitamin C (the cure for scurvy) as well as numerous phytochemicals, natural plant compounds that support better health. Some of its health benefits include boosts of antioxidant status, improve erectile dysfunction, balance blood sugars, fight off common colds, boosts brain function, protects the skin from sun damage, and reduce inflammation. (Nature’s Fare Markets)
Essiac Tea Complex: Essiac tea is also believed to enhance detoxification, boost immune function, and reduce inflammation. (Healthline)
Grape Seed: There is evidence that grape seed extract is beneficial for a number of cardiovascular conditions. Grape seed extract may help with a type of poor circulation (chronic venous insufficiency) and high cholesterol. Grape seed extract also reduces swelling caused by injury and helps with eye disease related to diabetes. (WebMD)
Mushroom Complex: The medicinal health benefits of using mushrooms include lowering cholesterol, heart health, blood pressure, and circulation, sleep, anxiety, depression, focus. (Healthline)
Quercetin Dihydrate: Quercetin is most commonly taken by mouth to treat conditions of the heart and blood vessels and prevent cancer. It is also used for arthritis, bladder infections, and diabetes. (WebMD)
Pomegranate: They have wide-ranging benefits and may help reduce your risk of various serious illnesses, including heart disease, cancer, arthritis, and other inflammatory conditions. What’s more, they may boost your memory and exercise performance. (Healthline)
Olive Leaf: Olive leaf extract may help with weight loss, heart health, and herpes breakouts. (Healthline)
Arabinogalactan: Larch arabinogalactan is a safe and effective immune-stimulating phytochemicals. It is used as a dietary fiber and in food applications. (Science Direct)
Cat’s Claw: Cat’s claw is most commonly used for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It is also used for cancer, viral infections, and other conditions. (WebMD)
Garlic: Garlic is most commonly used for conditions related to the heart and blood system. These conditions include high blood pressure, high levels of cholesterol or other fats (lipids) in the blood (hyperlipidemia), and hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis). (WebMD)
Panax Ginseng: Panax ginseng is taken by mouth to improve memory and thinking skills, Alzheimer’s disease, and many other conditions. (WebMD)
Lycopene: Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant that may help protect cells from damage. This is why there is a lot of research interest in lycopene’s role, if any, in preventing cancer. (WebMD)
