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.
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Flavonoides
Flavonoids — C6-C3-C6 polyphenolic backbone class comprising flavonols from Crataegus monogyna (hawthorn), Hippophae rhamnoides. Studied for cardiovascular support (hawthorn), general antioxidant/skin-health.
Flavonoides
Flavonoids — C6-C3-C6 polyphenolic backbone class comprising flavonols from Crataegus monogyna (hawthorn), Hippophae rhamnoides. Studied for cardiovascular support (hawthorn), general antioxidant/skin-health.
Betaglucanos
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.
Betaglucanos
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.
Saponinas
Saponins — amphipathic glycosides with a triterpenoid or steroidal from Asparagus racemosus (shatavari). Studied for female reproductive and lactation support.
Saponinas
Saponins — amphipathic glycosides with a triterpenoid or steroidal from Asparagus racemosus (shatavari). Studied for female reproductive and lactation support.
Polifenoles
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.
Polifenoles
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.
Antocianinas
Anthocyanins — a subclass of flavonoids (glycosylated anthocyanidins) from Ribes nigrum (black currant), Vaccinium myrtillus (bilberry). Studied for cardiometabolic support, vascular/endothelial function, ocular health.
Antocianinas
Anthocyanins — a subclass of flavonoids (glycosylated anthocyanidins) from Ribes nigrum (black currant), Vaccinium myrtillus (bilberry). Studied for cardiometabolic support, vascular/endothelial function, ocular health.
Tetrahidrocurcumina
Reduced diarylheptanoid (hydrogenated curcuminoid metabolite) from Turmeric (Curcuma longa).
Tetrahidrocurcumina
Reduced diarylheptanoid (hydrogenated curcuminoid metabolite) from Turmeric (Curcuma longa).
Alfa-mangostín
Prenylated xanthone from Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana).
Alfa-mangostín
Prenylated xanthone from Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana).
Licocalcona A
Retrochalcone (prenylated chalcone) from Chinese licorice (Glycyrrhiza inflata).
Licocalcona A
Retrochalcone (prenylated chalcone) from Chinese licorice (Glycyrrhiza inflata).
Neohesperidina
Flavanone glycoside from Bitter orange (Citrus aurantium).
Neohesperidina
Flavanone glycoside from Bitter orange (Citrus aurantium).
Euricomanona
Quassinoid diterpenoid from Tongkat Ali / pasak bumi (Eurycoma longifolia).
Euricomanona
Quassinoid diterpenoid from Tongkat Ali / pasak bumi (Eurycoma longifolia).
Hipericina
Naphthodianthrone (photosensitising anthraquinone derivative) from St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum).
Hipericina
Naphthodianthrone (photosensitising anthraquinone derivative) from St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum).
5-Hidroxitriptófano (5-HTP)
Non-proteinogenic amino acid (serotonin precursor) from Griffonia seed (Griffonia simplicifolia).
5-Hidroxitriptófano (5-HTP)
Non-proteinogenic amino acid (serotonin precursor) from Griffonia seed (Griffonia simplicifolia).
Cordicepina
Nucleoside analogue (3’-deoxyadenosine) from Caterpillar fungus / cordyceps.
Cordicepina
Nucleoside analogue (3’-deoxyadenosine) from Caterpillar fungus / cordyceps.
DNJ (1-Desoxinojirimicina)
Polyhydroxylated piperidine alkaloid (iminosugar) from Mulberry leaf (Morus alba and related Morus species).
DNJ (1-Desoxinojirimicina)
Polyhydroxylated piperidine alkaloid (iminosugar) from Mulberry leaf (Morus alba and related Morus species).
Forskolina
Labdane diterpene from Indian coleus / makandi.
Forskolina
Labdane diterpene from Indian coleus / makandi.
Ácido hidroxicítrico (HCA)
Hydroxylated tricarboxylic acid (citric acid derivative) from Garcinia cambogia (Malabar tamarind, kokum).
Ácido hidroxicítrico (HCA)
Hydroxylated tricarboxylic acid (citric acid derivative) from Garcinia cambogia (Malabar tamarind, kokum).
Ácido arjunólico
Pentacyclic triterpenoid saponin (oleanane-type) from Arjuna bark (Terminalia arjuna).
Ácido arjunólico
Pentacyclic triterpenoid saponin (oleanane-type) from Arjuna bark (Terminalia arjuna).
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