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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Folato
Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin · Synthetic pteroylmonoglutamate from Chemical synthesis — not a naturally occurring folate. More bioavailable than food folate. Claim strength: High.
Folato
Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin · Synthetic pteroylmonoglutamate from Chemical synthesis — not a naturally occurring folate. More bioavailable than food folate. Claim strength: High.
Fructooligosaccharides (FOS)
Fructooligosaccharides — short-chain fructose polymers with a terminal from Cichorium intybus (chicory) root. Studied for prebiotic formulation; bifidogenic gut-microbiota support.
Fructooligosaccharides (FOS)
Fructooligosaccharides — short-chain fructose polymers with a terminal from Cichorium intybus (chicory) root. Studied for prebiotic formulation; bifidogenic gut-microbiota support.
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.
Fulvic Acid (Humic Substance · Mineral Transport · Adaptogenic)
Humic Substance (Heterogeneous organic acid polymer). Studied for mineral transport / bioavailability enhancement; antioxidant. Claim strength: Moderate.
Fulvic Acid (Humic Substance · Mineral Transport · Adaptogenic)
Humic Substance (Heterogeneous organic acid polymer). Studied for mineral transport / bioavailability enhancement; antioxidant. Claim strength: Moderate.
Friedelin (Triterpene · Anti-inflammatory · Hepatoprotective)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Cork Oak (Quercus suber). A pentacyclic triterpenoid studied for anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and hepatoprotective properties.
Friedelin (Triterpene · Anti-inflammatory · Hepatoprotective)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Cork Oak (Quercus suber). A pentacyclic triterpenoid studied for anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and hepatoprotective properties.
Fucoxanthin (Marine Xanthophyll Carotenoid · WAT Browning · Thermogenic · Wakame)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Brown Seaweed (Undaria pinnatifida). A marine xanthophyll studied for thermogenic fat metabolism-supporting properties.
Fucoxanthin (Marine Xanthophyll Carotenoid · WAT Browning · Thermogenic · Wakame)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Brown Seaweed (Undaria pinnatifida). A marine xanthophyll studied for thermogenic fat metabolism-supporting properties.
Farnesol (Acyclic Sesquiterpene Alcohol · Anti-biofilm · Candida Quorum Sensing · Antimicrobial)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene) from Rose / Citronella (Rosa damascena). Studied for antimicrobial, antifungal, and potential antiproliferative properties.
Farnesol (Acyclic Sesquiterpene Alcohol · Anti-biofilm · Candida Quorum Sensing · Antimicrobial)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene) from Rose / Citronella (Rosa damascena). Studied for antimicrobial, antifungal, and potential antiproliferative properties.
Fangchinoline (Bisbenzylisoquinoline Alkaloid · Antiviral · Anti-fibrotic)
Alkaloid (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) from Stephania (Stephania tetrandra). Studied for anticoagulant and antiviral properties in preclinical models.
Fangchinoline (Bisbenzylisoquinoline Alkaloid · Antiviral · Anti-fibrotic)
Alkaloid (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) from Stephania (Stephania tetrandra). Studied for anticoagulant and antiviral properties in preclinical models.
Ferulic Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Skin Photoprotection · Neuroprotective)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Whole Wheat (Triticum aestivum). Studied for neuroprotective, antioxidant, and skin-photoprotective properties.
Ferulic Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Skin Photoprotection · Neuroprotective)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Whole Wheat (Triticum aestivum). Studied for neuroprotective, antioxidant, and skin-photoprotective properties.
Formononetin (Isoflavone · Phytoestrogenic · Bone Protective · Cardioprotective)
Polyphenol (Isoflavone) from Red Clover (Trifolium pratense). A phytoestrogenic isoflavone studied for bone density support and female hormonal health.
Formononetin (Isoflavone · Phytoestrogenic · Bone Protective · Cardioprotective)
Polyphenol (Isoflavone) from Red Clover (Trifolium pratense). A phytoestrogenic isoflavone studied for bone density support and female hormonal health.
Fisetin (Flavonol · Senolytic · Neuroprotective Antioxidant)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa). Studied for senolytic properties and potential to support healthy aging by reducing accumulation of senescent cells.
Fisetin (Flavonol · Senolytic · Neuroprotective Antioxidant)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa). Studied for senolytic properties and potential to support healthy aging by reducing accumulation of senescent cells.
Fucoidana (polissacarídeo sulfatado de algas pardas · fibra marinha)
Polysaccharide · Sulfated marine fiber from Laminaria japonica (Kombu) — whole thallus. Claim strength: Moderate.
Fucoidana (polissacarídeo sulfatado de algas pardas · fibra marinha)
Polysaccharide · Sulfated marine fiber from Laminaria japonica (Kombu) — whole thallus. Claim strength: Moderate.
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