What Gives Lemon Balm Its Power?

Szerző: | aug 16, 2026

Lemon balm contains two quite different groups of natural compounds, depending on whether we look at an extract or at its essential oil. Alcoholic and hydroalcoholic extracts of Melissa officinalis are particularly rich in polyphenols. The most important is rosmarinic...

What Gives Sage Its Power?

Szerző: | aug 16, 2026

Sage contains several groups of natural compounds, and – just like peppermint – its extracts and essential oil are chemically quite different. Alcoholic and hydroalcoholic extracts of Salvia officinalis are particularly rich in polyphenols. One of the most important...

What Gives Peppermint Its Power?

Szerző: | aug 15, 2026

Peppermint contains many natural compounds, but two very different groups are especially important. Alcoholic and hydroalcoholic extracts of peppermint are rich in polyphenols, particularly rosmarinic acid. They also contain caffeic, ferulic and chlorogenic acids, as...

Chamomile – How to Avoid Look-Alikes

Szerző: | aug 15, 2026

How to Avoid Confusing Medicinal Chamomile with Similar Species Here are some useful tips to correctly identify medicinal chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) and avoid confusing it with similar, non-medicinal species: Check the flower center (receptacle): True chamomile...