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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.
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Laudanosina (alcaloide isoquinolínico · estimulante del SNC · referencia forense)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A minor opiate alkaloid studied in toxicological research; at high doses associated with CNS excitation. Not used.
Laudanosina (alcaloide isoquinolínico · estimulante del SNC · referencia forense)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A minor opiate alkaloid studied in toxicological research; at high doses associated with CNS excitation. Not used.
Lappaconitina (Alcaloide diterpénico · Analgésico · Antiarrítmico · Informacional)
Alkaloid (Diterpene) from Monkshood (Aconitum septentrionale). A sodium channel blocker studied for non-opioid analgesic properties.
Lappaconitina (Alcaloide diterpénico · Analgésico · Antiarrítmico · Informacional)
Alkaloid (Diterpene) from Monkshood (Aconitum septentrionale). A sodium channel blocker studied for non-opioid analgesic properties.
Laricitrina (Flavonol · Antioxidante · Neuroprotector)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Red Wine Grape (Vitis vinifera). A minor grape skin flavonol studied for antioxidant and vascular health-supporting properties.
Laricitrina (Flavonol · Antioxidante · Neuroprotector)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Red Wine Grape (Vitis vinifera). A minor grape skin flavonol studied for antioxidant and vascular health-supporting properties.
Lupeol (triterpeno lupano · Antiinflamatorio · Antiproliferativo · Hepatoprotector · Abedul)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Mango / Neem (Mangifera indica). Studied for anti-inflammatory, anti-angiogenic, and skin-protective properties.
Lupeol (triterpeno lupano · Antiinflamatorio · Antiproliferativo · Hepatoprotector · Abedul)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Mango / Neem (Mangifera indica). Studied for anti-inflammatory, anti-angiogenic, and skin-protective properties.
Licorina (Alcaloide de amarilidácea · Antiviral · Antiproliferativo · Emético de narciso)
Alkaloid (Amaryllidaceae) from Spider Lily (Lycoris radiata). Studied for emetic, antiviral, and antiproliferative properties in preclinical models.
Licorina (Alcaloide de amarilidácea · Antiviral · Antiproliferativo · Emético de narciso)
Alkaloid (Amaryllidaceae) from Spider Lily (Lycoris radiata). Studied for emetic, antiviral, and antiproliferative properties in preclinical models.
Lobelina (Alcaloide de piperidina · Agonista parcial nicotínico · Lobelia · Inhibición del DAT)
Alkaloid (Piperidine) from Indian Tobacco (Lobelia inflata). Studied as a nicotinic receptor partial agonist; historically used as a smoking cessation aid and expectorant. Limited.
Lobelina (Alcaloide de piperidina · Agonista parcial nicotínico · Lobelia · Inhibición del DAT)
Alkaloid (Piperidine) from Indian Tobacco (Lobelia inflata). Studied as a nicotinic receptor partial agonist; historically used as a smoking cessation aid and expectorant. Limited.
Ligustrazine — Tetramethylpyrazine (Alcaloide de pirazina · Vasodilatador · Cerebrovascular · MTC)
Alkaloid (Pyrazine) from Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong). Studied for vasodilatory and antiplatelet effects that may support cerebral and cardiovascular blood flow.
Ligustrazine — Tetramethylpyrazine (Alcaloide de pirazina · Vasodilatador · Cerebrovascular · MTC)
Alkaloid (Pyrazine) from Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong). Studied for vasodilatory and antiplatelet effects that may support cerebral and cardiovascular blood flow.
Linamarina (Glucósido cianogénico · Seguridad alimentaria de la yuca · HCN · Referencia informativa)
Cyanogenic Glycoside from Cassava (Manihot esculenta). The primary cyanogenic glycoside of cassava; potentially toxic if cassava is insufficiently processed. Traditional and.
Linamarina (Glucósido cianogénico · Seguridad alimentaria de la yuca · HCN · Referencia informativa)
Cyanogenic Glycoside from Cassava (Manihot esculenta). The primary cyanogenic glycoside of cassava; potentially toxic if cassava is insufficiently processed. Traditional and.
Linalool (Monoterpenol · Ansiolítico · Sedante · Antiinflamatorio)
Terpenoid (Monoterpene) from Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia). Studied for anxiolytic and sedative-supportive properties via modulation of GABA-A receptors.
Linalool (Monoterpenol · Ansiolítico · Sedante · Antiinflamatorio)
Terpenoid (Monoterpene) from Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia). Studied for anxiolytic and sedative-supportive properties via modulation of GABA-A receptors.
Limoneno — d-Limoneno (Monoterpeno · Antifúngico · Ansiolítico · Alivio del RGE)
Terpenoid (Monoterpene) from Lemon / Orange (Citrus limon / sinensis). Studied for potential chemopreventive and digestive health-supporting properties.
Limoneno — d-Limoneno (Monoterpeno · Antifúngico · Ansiolítico · Alivio del RGE)
Terpenoid (Monoterpene) from Lemon / Orange (Citrus limon / sinensis). Studied for potential chemopreventive and digestive health-supporting properties.
Ligustilida (Terpenoide ftálido · Vasodilatador · Relajante muscular liso)
Polyphenol (Phthalide) from Ligusticum (Ligusticum chuanxiong). A phthalide studied for smooth muscle-relaxing, vasodilatory, and neuroprotective properties.
Ligustilida (Terpenoide ftálido · Vasodilatador · Relajante muscular liso)
Polyphenol (Phthalide) from Ligusticum (Ligusticum chuanxiong). A phthalide studied for smooth muscle-relaxing, vasodilatory, and neuroprotective properties.
Liquiritina (Glicósido de flavanona · Gastroprotector · Similar a un antidepresivo)
Polyphenol (Flavanone Glycoside) from Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra). Studied for gastroprotective and antidepressant-like properties.
Liquiritina (Glicósido de flavanona · Gastroprotector · Similar a un antidepresivo)
Polyphenol (Flavanone Glycoside) from Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra). Studied for gastroprotective and antidepressant-like properties.
Luteolina (Flavona · Estabilizador de Mastocitos · Modulador de la Neuroinflamación)
Polyphenol (Flavone) from Celery (Apium graveolens). Studied for anti-inflammatory and potential neuroprotective properties.
Luteolina (Flavona · Estabilizador de Mastocitos · Modulador de la Neuroinflamación)
Polyphenol (Flavone) from Celery (Apium graveolens). Studied for anti-inflammatory and potential neuroprotective properties.
Ácido Linoleico (Omega-6 · LA · Ácido Graso Esencial · Lípido de la Barrera Cutánea)
Lipid · Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid · Essential Omega-6 · C18:2 n-6 from Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) — seed (primary, 60–70% LA). Claim strength: High.
Ácido Linoleico (Omega-6 · LA · Ácido Graso Esencial · Lípido de la Barrera Cutánea)
Lipid · Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid · Essential Omega-6 · C18:2 n-6 from Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) — seed (primary, 60–70% LA). Claim strength: High.
Luteína (Xantofila · Pigmento Macular · Carotenoide para la Salud Ocular)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Kale / Spinach (Brassica oleracea). Accumulates selectively in the macular pigment; well-supported by clinical evidence for reducing risk of age-related.
Luteína (Xantofila · Pigmento Macular · Carotenoide para la Salud Ocular)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Kale / Spinach (Brassica oleracea). Accumulates selectively in the macular pigment; well-supported by clinical evidence for reducing risk of age-related.
Licopeno (Carotenoide del tomate · Caroteno acíclico · Antioxidante cardiovascular)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Tomato / Watermelon (Solanum lycopersicum). A well-studied antioxidant carotenoid; consistently associated with cardiovascular protection and potential prostate.
Licopeno (Carotenoide del tomate · Caroteno acíclico · Antioxidante cardiovascular)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Tomato / Watermelon (Solanum lycopersicum). A well-studied antioxidant carotenoid; consistently associated with cardiovascular protection and potential prostate.
Lentinano (Beta-glucano de Shiitake · (1→3)-β-D-glucano · Polisacárido inmunitario)
Polysaccharide · Fungal Beta-Glucan · (1 3)-β-D-Glucan with (1 6) from Lentinula edodes (Shiitake mushroom). Claim strength: Moderate–High.
Lentinano (Beta-glucano de Shiitake · (1→3)-β-D-glucano · Polisacárido inmunitario)
Polysaccharide · Fungal Beta-Glucan · (1 3)-β-D-Glucan with (1 6) from Lentinula edodes (Shiitake mushroom). Claim strength: Moderate–High.
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