HerbIQ Reference Library / Compound Monographs
Active Compound Monographs
Dedicated technical dossiers detailing the molecular profile and evidence weight of individual plant bioactives
Where the Active Compound Index provides a high-level master matrix of the plant kingdom, these Compound Monographs serve as our definitive, independent deep dives. Each entry functions as a standalone scientific reference record—drilling past the surface to map out exact chemical identities, verified CAS numbers, and botanical source biologies with strict clinical objectivity.
Built specifically for product formulators, R&D teams, and researchers, this compendium translates raw plant chemistry into actionable data. Explore the individual monographs below to examine the detailed molecular structures and honest empirical data powering high-performance botanical nutrition.
HerbIQ - Compounds
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Flavonoids
Flavonoids — C6-C3-C6 polyphenolic backbone class comprising flavonols from Crataegus monogyna (hawthorn), Hippophae rhamnoides. Studied for cardiovascular support (hawthorn), general antioxidant/skin-health.
Flavonoids
Flavonoids — C6-C3-C6 polyphenolic backbone class comprising flavonols from Crataegus monogyna (hawthorn), Hippophae rhamnoides. Studied for cardiovascular support (hawthorn), general antioxidant/skin-health.
Beta-Glucan
Polysaccharide · Beta-glucan · Two distinct linkage classes from Avena sativa grain, and mushroom or yeast cell wall. Cereal (1→3),(1→4) and fungal (1→3),(1→6) are not substitutes. Claim strength: High.
Beta-Glucan
Polysaccharide · Beta-glucan · Two distinct linkage classes from Avena sativa grain, and mushroom or yeast cell wall. Cereal (1→3),(1→4) and fungal (1→3),(1→6) are not substitutes. Claim strength: High.
Saponins
Saponins — amphipathic glycosides with a triterpenoid or steroidal from Asparagus racemosus (shatavari). Studied for female reproductive and lactation support.
Saponins
Saponins — amphipathic glycosides with a triterpenoid or steroidal from Asparagus racemosus (shatavari). Studied for female reproductive and lactation support.
Polyphenols
Polyphenols — a broad structural class unified by multiple phenolic from Camellia sinensis (green tea), Vitis vinifera (grape seed). Studied for general antioxidant support, cardiometabolic risk-factor modulation.
Polyphenols
Polyphenols — a broad structural class unified by multiple phenolic from Camellia sinensis (green tea), Vitis vinifera (grape seed). Studied for general antioxidant support, cardiometabolic risk-factor modulation.
Anthocyanins
Anthocyanins — a subclass of flavonoids (glycosylated anthocyanidins) from Ribes nigrum (black currant), Vaccinium myrtillus (bilberry). Studied for cardiometabolic support, vascular/endothelial function, ocular health.
Anthocyanins
Anthocyanins — a subclass of flavonoids (glycosylated anthocyanidins) from Ribes nigrum (black currant), Vaccinium myrtillus (bilberry). Studied for cardiometabolic support, vascular/endothelial function, ocular health.
L-Theanine
Non-proteinogenic amino acid (glutamate analogue) from Green tea (Camellia sinensis).
L-Theanine
Non-proteinogenic amino acid (glutamate analogue) from Green tea (Camellia sinensis).
Tetrahydrocurcumin
Reduced diarylheptanoid (hydrogenated curcuminoid metabolite) from Turmeric (Curcuma longa).
Tetrahydrocurcumin
Reduced diarylheptanoid (hydrogenated curcuminoid metabolite) from Turmeric (Curcuma longa).
Alpha-Mangostin
Prenylated xanthone from Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana).
Alpha-Mangostin
Prenylated xanthone from Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana).
Licochalcone A
Retrochalcone (prenylated chalcone) from Chinese licorice (Glycyrrhiza inflata).
Licochalcone A
Retrochalcone (prenylated chalcone) from Chinese licorice (Glycyrrhiza inflata).
Neohesperidin
Flavanone glycoside from Bitter orange (Citrus aurantium).
Neohesperidin
Flavanone glycoside from Bitter orange (Citrus aurantium).
Eurycomanone
Quassinoid diterpenoid from Tongkat Ali / pasak bumi (Eurycoma longifolia).
Eurycomanone
Quassinoid diterpenoid from Tongkat Ali / pasak bumi (Eurycoma longifolia).
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP)
Non-proteinogenic amino acid (serotonin precursor) from Griffonia seed (Griffonia simplicifolia).
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP)
Non-proteinogenic amino acid (serotonin precursor) from Griffonia seed (Griffonia simplicifolia).
Cordycepin
Nucleoside analogue (3’-deoxyadenosine) from Caterpillar fungus / cordyceps.
Cordycepin
Nucleoside analogue (3’-deoxyadenosine) from Caterpillar fungus / cordyceps.
DNJ (1-Deoxynojirimycin)
Polyhydroxylated piperidine alkaloid (iminosugar) from Mulberry leaf (Morus alba and related Morus species).
DNJ (1-Deoxynojirimycin)
Polyhydroxylated piperidine alkaloid (iminosugar) from Mulberry leaf (Morus alba and related Morus species).
Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA)
Hydroxylated tricarboxylic acid (citric acid derivative) from Garcinia cambogia (Malabar tamarind, kokum).
Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA)
Hydroxylated tricarboxylic acid (citric acid derivative) from Garcinia cambogia (Malabar tamarind, kokum).
Arjunolic Acid
Pentacyclic triterpenoid saponin (oleanane-type) from Arjuna bark (Terminalia arjuna).
Arjunolic Acid
Pentacyclic triterpenoid saponin (oleanane-type) from Arjuna bark (Terminalia arjuna).
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