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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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Laudanosine (Alcaloïde isoquinoléique · Stimulant du SNC · Référence légale)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A minor opiate alkaloid studied in toxicological research; at high doses associated with CNS excitation. Not used.
Laudanosine (Alcaloïde isoquinoléique · Stimulant du SNC · Référence légale)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A minor opiate alkaloid studied in toxicological research; at high doses associated with CNS excitation. Not used.
Lappaconitine (Alcaloïde diterpénoïde · Analgésique · Antiarythmique · Informatif)
Alkaloid (Diterpene) from Monkshood (Aconitum septentrionale). A sodium channel blocker studied for non-opioid analgesic properties.
Lappaconitine (Alcaloïde diterpénoïde · Analgésique · Antiarythmique · Informatif)
Alkaloid (Diterpene) from Monkshood (Aconitum septentrionale). A sodium channel blocker studied for non-opioid analgesic properties.
Laricitrine (Flavonol · Antioxydant · Neuroprotecteur)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Red Wine Grape (Vitis vinifera). A minor grape skin flavonol studied for antioxidant and vascular health-supporting properties.
Laricitrine (Flavonol · Antioxydant · Neuroprotecteur)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Red Wine Grape (Vitis vinifera). A minor grape skin flavonol studied for antioxidant and vascular health-supporting properties.
Lupéol (triterpène de type lupane · anti-inflammatoire · antiprolifératif · hépatoprotecteur · bouleau)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Mango / Neem (Mangifera indica). Studied for anti-inflammatory, anti-angiogenic, and skin-protective properties.
Lupéol (triterpène de type lupane · anti-inflammatoire · antiprolifératif · hépatoprotecteur · bouleau)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Mango / Neem (Mangifera indica). Studied for anti-inflammatory, anti-angiogenic, and skin-protective properties.
Lycorine (Alcaloïde d'Amaryllidaceae · Antiviral · Antiprolifératif · Émétique de la jonquille)
Alkaloid (Amaryllidaceae) from Spider Lily (Lycoris radiata). Studied for emetic, antiviral, and antiproliferative properties in preclinical models.
Lycorine (Alcaloïde d'Amaryllidaceae · Antiviral · Antiprolifératif · Émétique de la jonquille)
Alkaloid (Amaryllidaceae) from Spider Lily (Lycoris radiata). Studied for emetic, antiviral, and antiproliferative properties in preclinical models.
Lobéline (Alcaloïde pipéridinique · Agoniste partiel nicotinique · Lobélie · Inhibition du 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.
Lobéline (Alcaloïde pipéridinique · Agoniste partiel nicotinique · Lobélie · Inhibition du 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 — Tétraméthylpyrazine (Alcaloïde de pyrazine · Vasodilatateur · Cérébrovasculaire · MTC)
Alkaloid (Pyrazine) from Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong). Studied for vasodilatory and antiplatelet effects that may support cerebral and cardiovascular blood flow.
Ligustrazine — Tétraméthylpyrazine (Alcaloïde de pyrazine · Vasodilatateur · Cérébrovasculaire · MTC)
Alkaloid (Pyrazine) from Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong). Studied for vasodilatory and antiplatelet effects that may support cerebral and cardiovascular blood flow.
Linamarine (Glycoside cyanogène · Sécurité alimentaire du manioc · HCN · Référence informative)
Cyanogenic Glycoside from Cassava (Manihot esculenta). The primary cyanogenic glycoside of cassava; potentially toxic if cassava is insufficiently processed. Traditional and.
Linamarine (Glycoside cyanogène · Sécurité alimentaire du manioc · HCN · Référence informative)
Cyanogenic Glycoside from Cassava (Manihot esculenta). The primary cyanogenic glycoside of cassava; potentially toxic if cassava is insufficiently processed. Traditional and.
Linalol (Monoterpénol · Anxiolytique · Sédatif · Anti-inflammatoire)
Terpenoid (Monoterpene) from Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia). Studied for anxiolytic and sedative-supportive properties via modulation of GABA-A receptors.
Linalol (Monoterpénol · Anxiolytique · Sédatif · Anti-inflammatoire)
Terpenoid (Monoterpene) from Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia). Studied for anxiolytic and sedative-supportive properties via modulation of GABA-A receptors.
Limonène — d-Limonène (Monoterpène · Antifongique · Anxiolytique · Soulage le RGO)
Terpenoid (Monoterpene) from Lemon / Orange (Citrus limon / sinensis). Studied for potential chemopreventive and digestive health-supporting properties.
Limonène — d-Limonène (Monoterpène · Antifongique · Anxiolytique · Soulage le RGO)
Terpenoid (Monoterpene) from Lemon / Orange (Citrus limon / sinensis). Studied for potential chemopreventive and digestive health-supporting properties.
Ligustilide (Terpénoïde phtalide · Vasodilatateur · Relaxant des muscles lisses)
Polyphenol (Phthalide) from Ligusticum (Ligusticum chuanxiong). A phthalide studied for smooth muscle-relaxing, vasodilatory, and neuroprotective properties.
Ligustilide (Terpénoïde phtalide · Vasodilatateur · Relaxant des muscles lisses)
Polyphenol (Phthalide) from Ligusticum (Ligusticum chuanxiong). A phthalide studied for smooth muscle-relaxing, vasodilatory, and neuroprotective properties.
Liquiritine (Flavanone glycosidique · Gastroprotecteur · Effet antidépresseur)
Polyphenol (Flavanone Glycoside) from Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra). Studied for gastroprotective and antidepressant-like properties.
Liquiritine (Flavanone glycosidique · Gastroprotecteur · Effet antidépresseur)
Polyphenol (Flavanone Glycoside) from Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra). Studied for gastroprotective and antidepressant-like properties.
Lutéoline (Flavone · Stabilisateur des mastocytes · Modulateur de la neuroinflammation)
Polyphenol (Flavone) from Celery (Apium graveolens). Studied for anti-inflammatory and potential neuroprotective properties.
Lutéoline (Flavone · Stabilisateur des mastocytes · Modulateur de la neuroinflammation)
Polyphenol (Flavone) from Celery (Apium graveolens). Studied for anti-inflammatory and potential neuroprotective properties.
Acide linoléique (Oméga-6 · AL · Acide gras essentiel · Lipide de la barrière cutanée)
Lipid · Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid · Essential Omega-6 · C18:2 n-6 from Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) — seed (primary, 60–70% LA). Claim strength: High.
Acide linoléique (Oméga-6 · AL · Acide gras essentiel · Lipide de la barrière cutanée)
Lipid · Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid · Essential Omega-6 · C18:2 n-6 from Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) — seed (primary, 60–70% LA). Claim strength: High.
Lutéine (Xanthophylle · Pigment maculaire · Caroténoïde pour la santé oculaire)
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.
Lutéine (Xanthophylle · Pigment maculaire · Caroténoïde pour la santé oculaire)
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.
Lycopène (Caroténoïde de tomate · Carotène acyclique · Antioxydant cardiovasculaire)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Tomato / Watermelon (Solanum lycopersicum). A well-studied antioxidant carotenoid; consistently associated with cardiovascular protection and potential prostate.
Lycopène (Caroténoïde de tomate · Carotène acyclique · Antioxydant cardiovasculaire)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Tomato / Watermelon (Solanum lycopersicum). A well-studied antioxidant carotenoid; consistently associated with cardiovascular protection and potential prostate.
Lentinan (Bêta-glucane de Shiitake · (1→3)-β-D-Glucane · Polysaccharide immunitaire)
Polysaccharide · Fungal Beta-Glucan · (1 3)-β-D-Glucan with (1 6) from Lentinula edodes (Shiitake mushroom). Claim strength: Moderate–High.
Lentinan (Bêta-glucane de Shiitake · (1→3)-β-D-Glucane · Polysaccharide immunitaire)
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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