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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Omega-6 Fatty Acids
Omega-6 (n-6) polyunsaturated fatty acids from Oenothera biennis (evening primrose), borage. Studied for essential fatty acid nutrition; skin-barrier and inflammatory-pathway.
Omega-6 Fatty Acids
Omega-6 (n-6) polyunsaturated fatty acids from Oenothera biennis (evening primrose), borage. Studied for essential fatty acid nutrition; skin-barrier and inflammatory-pathway.
Oleuropein Aglycone
Secoiridoid (deglycosylated oleuropein derivative) from Olea europaea (olive) — formed from oleuropein in ripening.
Oleuropein Aglycone
Secoiridoid (deglycosylated oleuropein derivative) from Olea europaea (olive) — formed from oleuropein in ripening.
Oleocanthal
Secoiridoid-derived phenolic aldehyde (tyrosol ester) from Fresh extra-virgin olive oil (Olea europaea).
Oleocanthal
Secoiridoid-derived phenolic aldehyde (tyrosol ester) from Fresh extra-virgin olive oil (Olea europaea).
Orientin (Luteolin-8-C-Glucoside · Flavone C-glycoside · Anxiolytic · Cardioprotective)
Polyphenol (Flavone C-Glycoside) from Rooibos (Aspalathus linearis). Studied for antioxidant, cardioprotective, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Orientin (Luteolin-8-C-Glucoside · Flavone C-glycoside · Anxiolytic · Cardioprotective)
Polyphenol (Flavone C-Glycoside) from Rooibos (Aspalathus linearis). Studied for antioxidant, cardioprotective, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Oripavine (Morphinan Alkaloid · Buprenorphine Precursor · Etorphine Chemistry · Informational)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A highly potent opiate alkaloid used as a pharmaceutical precursor to produce buprenorphine and other advanced opioid.
Oripavine (Morphinan Alkaloid · Buprenorphine Precursor · Etorphine Chemistry · Informational)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A highly potent opiate alkaloid used as a pharmaceutical precursor to produce buprenorphine and other advanced opioid.
Oleanolic Acid (Pentacyclic Triterpene · Hepatoprotective · Anti-diabetic · Nrf2)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Olive Tree (Olea europaea). Studied for hepatoprotective and antimicrobial properties; contributes to the liver-protective activity of olive leaf.
Oleanolic Acid (Pentacyclic Triterpene · Hepatoprotective · Anti-diabetic · Nrf2)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Olive Tree (Olea europaea). Studied for hepatoprotective and antimicrobial properties; contributes to the liver-protective activity of olive leaf.
Oxymatrine (Quinolizidine N-Oxide · Hepatoprotective · Anti-fibrotic)
Alkaloid (Quinolizidine) from Sophora Root (Sophora flavescens). Studied for antiviral and hepatoprotective properties; multiple Chinese clinical trials available though study quality.
Oxymatrine (Quinolizidine N-Oxide · Hepatoprotective · Anti-fibrotic)
Alkaloid (Quinolizidine) from Sophora Root (Sophora flavescens). Studied for antiviral and hepatoprotective properties; multiple Chinese clinical trials available though study quality.
Oleuropein (Secoiridoid Glycoside · Blood Pressure · Antimicrobial)
Polyphenol (Secoiridoid) from Olive Leaf (Olea europaea). The dominant phenolic of olive leaf; studied for antihypertensive, antioxidant.
Oleuropein (Secoiridoid Glycoside · Blood Pressure · Antimicrobial)
Polyphenol (Secoiridoid) from Olive Leaf (Olea europaea). The dominant phenolic of olive leaf; studied for antihypertensive, antioxidant.
Oleic Acid (Omega-9 · C18:1 · Mediterranean Monounsaturated Fatty Acid)
Lipid · Monounsaturated Fatty Acid · Omega-9 · C18:1 n-9 from Olea europaea (Olive) — fruit. Claim strength: High.
Oleic Acid (Omega-9 · C18:1 · Mediterranean Monounsaturated Fatty Acid)
Lipid · Monounsaturated Fatty Acid · Omega-9 · C18:1 n-9 from Olea europaea (Olive) — fruit. Claim strength: High.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Fatty acid class · Omega-3 polyunsaturates · ALA, EPA and DHA from Seed oils, marine fish oil and algal fermentation. ALA converts to DHA at under 0.5%. Claim strength: High.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Fatty acid class · Omega-3 polyunsaturates · ALA, EPA and DHA from Seed oils, marine fish oil and algal fermentation. ALA converts to DHA at under 0.5%. Claim strength: High.
Oat Beta-Glucan (Cereal β-Glucan · Mixed-Linkage Beta-Glucan)
Polysaccharide · Soluble dietary fiber · Mixed-linkage β-glucan from Avena sativa (Oats) — grain endosperm and bran. Claim strength: High.
Oat Beta-Glucan (Cereal β-Glucan · Mixed-Linkage Beta-Glucan)
Polysaccharide · Soluble dietary fiber · Mixed-linkage β-glucan from Avena sativa (Oats) — grain endosperm and bran. Claim strength: High.
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