With 11 major support systems to maintain and nearly 100 trillion cells, your body works hard to fight off infection, eliminate toxins and mobilize fatty acids for the many processes it performs each day. Stress on the body can deplete it of its ability to function properly however. Herbs and extracts can support the body’s natural working systems and help with a host of health concerns including inflammation, anxiety and stress, mild to moderate depression, memory improvement, colds and respiratory infection, prostate health, fatigue and weakness, menopause and high cholesterol.

In fact, according to the National Institute of Health’s most recent survey, 1 in 5 adults use some form of herbal dietary supplement in this country every day. Herbal supplements are made from plant-based material such as, flowers, seeds, and roots, and the organic chemicals derived from them, while herbal extract refers to the oils that remain when the solid matter of the plant is removed. Historically, mankind used plants and herbs for medical purposes and to heal the body of a number of medical maladies. Today, according to the World Health Organization, 80% of some African and Asian countries use herbs as some form of primary healthcare for patients.

Finding the right herb supplements and herbal extracts to support your whole body is important for overall health and well-being.