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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Quercetin (Flavonol · Antioxidant · Mast Cell Stabiliser)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Red Onion (Allium cepa). A widely studied dietary flavonol; may support normal antioxidant defence and healthy inflammatory balance. Some.
Quercetin (Flavonol · Antioxidant · Mast Cell Stabiliser)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Red Onion (Allium cepa). A widely studied dietary flavonol; may support normal antioxidant defence and healthy inflammatory balance. Some.
Shatavarins (Steroidal Saponins · Asparagus racemosus · Female Reproductive Adaptogen)
Saponin · Steroidal Saponin · Spirostane-type Glycoside from Asparagus racemosus (Shatavari / Wild Asparagus). Claim strength: Moderate–High.
Shatavarins (Steroidal Saponins · Asparagus racemosus · Female Reproductive Adaptogen)
Saponin · Steroidal Saponin · Spirostane-type Glycoside from Asparagus racemosus (Shatavari / Wild Asparagus). Claim strength: Moderate–High.
Macamidas (amidas N-benzílicas de ácidos graxos · bioativos da maca · lipídios relacionados ao sistema endocanabinoide)
Fatty Acid Amide · N-Benzyl Alkylamide from Lepidium meyenii (Maca) — hypocotyl. Claim strength: Moderate.
Macamidas (amidas N-benzílicas de ácidos graxos · bioativos da maca · lipídios relacionados ao sistema endocanabinoide)
Fatty Acid Amide · N-Benzyl Alkylamide from Lepidium meyenii (Maca) — hypocotyl. Claim strength: Moderate.
Phosphatidylserine (PS · Soy PS · Cognitive Health Phospholipid)
Lipid · Phospholipid · Glycerophosphoserine from Glycine max (Soybean) — seed. Claim strength: Moderate.
Phosphatidylserine (PS · Soy PS · Cognitive Health Phospholipid)
Lipid · Phospholipid · Glycerophosphoserine from Glycine max (Soybean) — seed. Claim strength: Moderate.
Superoxide Dismutase (SOD · EC 1.15.1.1 · Primary Cellular Antioxidant Enzyme)
Enzyme · Oxidoreductase · Metalloenzyme (Cu/Zn-SOD, Mn-SOD, Fe-SOD) from Triticum aestivum (Wheatgrass). Claim strength: High.
Superoxide Dismutase (SOD · EC 1.15.1.1 · Primary Cellular Antioxidant Enzyme)
Enzyme · Oxidoreductase · Metalloenzyme (Cu/Zn-SOD, Mn-SOD, Fe-SOD) from Triticum aestivum (Wheatgrass). Claim strength: High.
Choline ((2-Hydroxyethyl)trimethylammonium · Essential Nutrient · Brain & Liver Support)
Vitamin-like Factor · Quaternary Ammonium Compound · Essential Nutrient from Triticum aestivum (Wheat germ). Claim strength: High.
Choline ((2-Hydroxyethyl)trimethylammonium · Essential Nutrient · Brain & Liver Support)
Vitamin-like Factor · Quaternary Ammonium Compound · Essential Nutrient from Triticum aestivum (Wheat germ). Claim strength: High.
Erythritol (Meso-erythritol · E968 · Zero-Calorie Dental-Safe Sweetener)
Carbohydrate · Sugar Alcohol · Tetritol · Polyol · E968 from Naturally present in strawberries, grapes. Claim strength: High.
Erythritol (Meso-erythritol · E968 · Zero-Calorie Dental-Safe Sweetener)
Carbohydrate · Sugar Alcohol · Tetritol · Polyol · E968 from Naturally present in strawberries, grapes. Claim strength: High.
Glucosamine (2-Amino-2-deoxy-D-glucose · GlcN · Joint Cartilage Supplement)
Carbohydrate · Amino Sugar · Monosaccharide · Hexosamine from Commercial: hydrolysis of chitin from crustacean shells. Claim strength: High.
Glucosamine (2-Amino-2-deoxy-D-glucose · GlcN · Joint Cartilage Supplement)
Carbohydrate · Amino Sugar · Monosaccharide · Hexosamine from Commercial: hydrolysis of chitin from crustacean shells. Claim strength: High.
D-Glucuronic Acid (GlcA · Detoxification Sugar · Connective Tissue Precursor)
Carbohydrate · Sugar · Uronic Acid · C6 Alduronic Acid from Acacia senegal (Gum Arabic) — sap (commercial source). Claim strength: Moderate.
D-Glucuronic Acid (GlcA · Detoxification Sugar · Connective Tissue Precursor)
Carbohydrate · Sugar · Uronic Acid · C6 Alduronic Acid from Acacia senegal (Gum Arabic) — sap (commercial source). Claim strength: Moderate.
Alginic Acid (Alginate · Marine Polysaccharide · Acid Reflux Barrier Fiber)
Polysaccharide · Anionic Linear Polysaccharide · Uronic Acid Polymer from Macrocystis pyrifera (Giant kelp) — cell wall. Claim strength: Moderate.
Alginic Acid (Alginate · Marine Polysaccharide · Acid Reflux Barrier Fiber)
Polysaccharide · Anionic Linear Polysaccharide · Uronic Acid Polymer from Macrocystis pyrifera (Giant kelp) — cell wall. Claim strength: Moderate.
Ceramide (Sphingolipid · Skin Barrier Lipid · Stratum Corneum Component)
Lipid · Sphingolipid · N-Acylsphingosine (class) from Glycine max (Soybean); Triticum aestivum (Wheat). Claim strength: Moderate.
Ceramide (Sphingolipid · Skin Barrier Lipid · Stratum Corneum Component)
Lipid · Sphingolipid · N-Acylsphingosine (class) from Glycine max (Soybean); Triticum aestivum (Wheat). Claim strength: Moderate.
Squalene (Triterpene Lipid · Olive Oil Emollient · Skin & Immune Modulator)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Olive Oil (Olea europaea). A triterpene hydrocarbon and precursor to all plant sterols and triterpenoids.
Squalene (Triterpene Lipid · Olive Oil Emollient · Skin & Immune Modulator)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Olive Oil (Olea europaea). A triterpene hydrocarbon and precursor to all plant sterols and triterpenoids.
Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA · Omega-3 Plant Fatty Acid · Flaxseed Oil)
Lipid · Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid · Essential Omega-3 · C18:3 n-3 from Linum usitatissimum (Flaxseed) — seed (55–60% ALA). Claim strength: Moderate.
Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA · Omega-3 Plant Fatty Acid · Flaxseed Oil)
Lipid · Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid · Essential Omega-3 · C18:3 n-3 from Linum usitatissimum (Flaxseed) — seed (55–60% ALA). Claim strength: Moderate.
Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 · LA · Essential Fatty Acid · Skin Barrier Lipid)
Lipid · Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid · Essential Omega-6 · C18:2 n-6 from Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) — seed (primary, 60–70% LA). Claim strength: High.
Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 · LA · Essential Fatty Acid · Skin Barrier Lipid)
Lipid · Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid · Essential Omega-6 · C18:2 n-6 from Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) — seed (primary, 60–70% LA). 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.
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.
Beta-Carotene (Provitamin A · Carotenoid Antioxidant · Immune Support)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Carrot / Pumpkin (Daucus carota). A provitamin A carotenoid supporting healthy vision and immune function.
Beta-Carotene (Provitamin A · Carotenoid Antioxidant · Immune Support)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Carrot / Pumpkin (Daucus carota). A provitamin A carotenoid supporting healthy vision and immune function.
Zeaxanthin (Macular Xanthophyll · Retinal Carotenoid · Eye Protection)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Corn / Peppers (Zea mays). A macular carotenoid studied alongside lutein for visual acuity support and photoprotection of the retina.
Zeaxanthin (Macular Xanthophyll · Retinal Carotenoid · Eye Protection)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Corn / Peppers (Zea mays). A macular carotenoid studied alongside lutein for visual acuity support and photoprotection of the retina.
Lutein (Xanthophyll · Macular Pigment · Eye Health Carotenoid)
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.
Lutein (Xanthophyll · Macular Pigment · Eye Health Carotenoid)
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.
Betaine (Trimethylglycine · TMG · Osmolyte & Methyl Donor)
Vitamin-like Factor · Quaternary Ammonium Compound · Osmolyte from Beta vulgaris (Sugar beet) — root molasses. Claim strength: High.
Betaine (Trimethylglycine · TMG · Osmolyte & Methyl Donor)
Vitamin-like Factor · Quaternary Ammonium Compound · Osmolyte from Beta vulgaris (Sugar beet) — root molasses. Claim strength: High.
Ursolic Acid (Pentacyclic Triterpene · Muscle Preservation · Anti-adipogenic · Hepatoprotective)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Apple / Rosemary (Malus domestica). Studied for muscle mass preservation, fat metabolism support, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Ursolic Acid (Pentacyclic Triterpene · Muscle Preservation · Anti-adipogenic · Hepatoprotective)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Apple / Rosemary (Malus domestica). Studied for muscle mass preservation, fat metabolism support, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Soya Isoflavone
Polyphenol · Isoflavone · Genistein, daidzein and glycitein from Glycine max — germ or cotyledon, which differ in ratio. Aglycone and glycoside figures differ by about 1.6×. Claim strength: Emerging.
Soya Isoflavone
Polyphenol · Isoflavone · Genistein, daidzein and glycitein from Glycine max — germ or cotyledon, which differ in ratio. Aglycone and glycoside figures differ by about 1.6×. Claim strength: Emerging.
Papain (Papaya Protease · Cysteine Endopeptidase · Digestive Enzyme)
Enzyme · Cysteine Endopeptidase (EC 3.4.22.2) · Plant Protease from Carica papaya (Papaya) — unripe fruit latex (primary). Claim strength: High.
Papain (Papaya Protease · Cysteine Endopeptidase · Digestive Enzyme)
Enzyme · Cysteine Endopeptidase (EC 3.4.22.2) · Plant Protease from Carica papaya (Papaya) — unripe fruit latex (primary). Claim strength: High.
Bromelain (Pineapple Protease · Cysteine Endopeptidase · Systemic Enzyme)
Enzyme · Cysteine Protease · Endopeptidase from Ananas comosus (Pineapple) — stem. Claim strength: High.
Bromelain (Pineapple Protease · Cysteine Endopeptidase · Systemic Enzyme)
Enzyme · Cysteine Protease · Endopeptidase from Ananas comosus (Pineapple) — stem. Claim strength: High.
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