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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Folate
Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin · Synthetic pteroylmonoglutamate from Chemical synthesis — not a naturally occurring folate. More bioavailable than food folate. Claim strength: High.
Folate
Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin · Synthetic pteroylmonoglutamate from Chemical synthesis — not a naturally occurring folate. More bioavailable than food folate. Claim strength: High.
Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS)
Fructooligosaccharides — short-chain fructose polymers with a terminal from Cichorium intybus (chicory) root. Studied for prebiotic formulation; bifidogenic gut-microbiota support.
Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS)
Fructooligosaccharides — short-chain fructose polymers with a terminal from Cichorium intybus (chicory) root. Studied for prebiotic formulation; bifidogenic gut-microbiota support.
Flavonoïdes
Flavonoids — C6-C3-C6 polyphenolic backbone class comprising flavonols from Crataegus monogyna (hawthorn), Hippophae rhamnoides. Studied for cardiovascular support (hawthorn), general antioxidant/skin-health.
Flavonoïdes
Flavonoids — C6-C3-C6 polyphenolic backbone class comprising flavonols from Crataegus monogyna (hawthorn), Hippophae rhamnoides. Studied for cardiovascular support (hawthorn), general antioxidant/skin-health.
Forskoline
Labdane diterpene from Indian coleus / makandi.
Forskoline
Labdane diterpene from Indian coleus / makandi.
Acide fulvique (Substance humique · Transport des minéraux · Adaptogène)
Humic Substance (Heterogeneous organic acid polymer). Studied for mineral transport / bioavailability enhancement; antioxidant. Claim strength: Moderate.
Acide fulvique (Substance humique · Transport des minéraux · Adaptogène)
Humic Substance (Heterogeneous organic acid polymer). Studied for mineral transport / bioavailability enhancement; antioxidant. Claim strength: Moderate.
Friedeline (Triterpène · Anti-inflammatoire · Hépatoprotecteur)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Cork Oak (Quercus suber). A pentacyclic triterpenoid studied for anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and hepatoprotective properties.
Friedeline (Triterpène · Anti-inflammatoire · Hépatoprotecteur)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Cork Oak (Quercus suber). A pentacyclic triterpenoid studied for anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and hepatoprotective properties.
Fucoxanthine (caroténoïde xanthophylle marin · brunissement du TA · thermogénique · wakame)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Brown Seaweed (Undaria pinnatifida). A marine xanthophyll studied for thermogenic fat metabolism-supporting properties.
Fucoxanthine (caroténoïde xanthophylle marin · brunissement du TA · thermogénique · wakame)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Brown Seaweed (Undaria pinnatifida). A marine xanthophyll studied for thermogenic fat metabolism-supporting properties.
Farnésol (Alcool sesquiterpénique acyclique · Anti-biofilm · Quorum sensing de Candida · Antimicrobien)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene) from Rose / Citronella (Rosa damascena). Studied for antimicrobial, antifungal, and potential antiproliferative properties.
Farnésol (Alcool sesquiterpénique acyclique · Anti-biofilm · Quorum sensing de Candida · Antimicrobien)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene) from Rose / Citronella (Rosa damascena). Studied for antimicrobial, antifungal, and potential antiproliferative properties.
Fangchinoline (Alcaloïde bisbenzylisoquinoléique · Antiviral · Anti-fibrotique)
Alkaloid (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) from Stephania (Stephania tetrandra). Studied for anticoagulant and antiviral properties in preclinical models.
Fangchinoline (Alcaloïde bisbenzylisoquinoléique · Antiviral · Anti-fibrotique)
Alkaloid (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) from Stephania (Stephania tetrandra). Studied for anticoagulant and antiviral properties in preclinical models.
Acide férulique (Acide hydroxycinnamique · Photoprotection cutanée · Neuroprotecteur)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Whole Wheat (Triticum aestivum). Studied for neuroprotective, antioxidant, and skin-photoprotective properties.
Acide férulique (Acide hydroxycinnamique · Photoprotection cutanée · Neuroprotecteur)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Whole Wheat (Triticum aestivum). Studied for neuroprotective, antioxidant, and skin-photoprotective properties.
Formononétine (Isoflavone · Phytoestrogénique · Protecteur des os · Cardioprotecteur)
Polyphenol (Isoflavone) from Red Clover (Trifolium pratense). A phytoestrogenic isoflavone studied for bone density support and female hormonal health.
Formononétine (Isoflavone · Phytoestrogénique · Protecteur des os · Cardioprotecteur)
Polyphenol (Isoflavone) from Red Clover (Trifolium pratense). A phytoestrogenic isoflavone studied for bone density support and female hormonal health.
Fisétine (Flavonol · Sénolytique · Antioxydant Neuroprotecteur)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa). Studied for senolytic properties and potential to support healthy aging by reducing accumulation of senescent cells.
Fisétine (Flavonol · Sénolytique · Antioxydant Neuroprotecteur)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa). Studied for senolytic properties and potential to support healthy aging by reducing accumulation of senescent cells.
Fucoïdane (polysaccharide sulfaté d'algues brunes · fibre marine)
Polysaccharide · Sulfated marine fiber from Laminaria japonica (Kombu) — whole thallus. Claim strength: Moderate.
Fucoïdane (polysaccharide sulfaté d'algues brunes · fibre marine)
Polysaccharide · Sulfated marine fiber from Laminaria japonica (Kombu) — whole thallus. Claim strength: Moderate.
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