Power and energy are essential as the fall months begin to creep making the days shorter and the nights longer. We have included such energy-proWheatgrass and Gotu Kola are commonly used as herbal energy sources. Wheatgrass is a great source of flavonoid compounds, vitamins, minerals, vital enzymes, amino acids and dietary fibers. Gotu Kola is a storage of amino acids, phenols, terpenoids and carbohydrates. Korean Red Ginseng has long been used for immune system support. Ginsenosides, polysaccharides and amino acids are among the most valuable compounds. 10 herbs blended with citizens of Chicago in mind. Spinach is a superfood and is rich in nutrients and other beneficial compounds that include carotenoids and phenolic compounds. Spinach is a valuable addition to the Healthy Autumn blend. Goji berries are comprised of a multitude of phenolic acids and flavonoids, vitamins A and C, calcium, iron and sodium. Goji Berries have long been used to promote immunity and are a healthy additive for the windy autumn months.

  During the harsh winters, guarana can provide an energy boost as it is high in caffeine, tannins, catechins and polysaccharides. Licorice is abundant in valuable elements such as alkaloids, glycosides, phenolic compounds, flavonoids, proteins, pectin, saponins, tannins and sterols. It has been used in traditional herbal medicine for thousands of years. 10 herbs blended with citizens of Chicago in mind. Basil and turmeric are blended to deal with Chicago’s tough winters. Turmeric root has been used to relieve inflammation and support weight loss as it is high in curcumin. Well-known as a spice, basil has long been used in Tamil and Ayurvedic medicine as a great source of terpenoids, alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, saponin glycosides and vitamin C. Elder Berry is high in flavonoids, minerals and vitamins A and C and can be used to boost the immune system during chilly winter nights.

  Suma and Pine Pollen are combined for a blossoming blend of energy. Suma is high in valuable triterpenoids and ecdysterone and pine pollen is also rich in triterpenoids as well as phenolic acids and flavonoids. This blend is a strong addition to the Spring blend. Stinging Nettle is commonly used to boost the immune system for the allergy season. Beta-sitosterol, lignans, flavonoids, quercetin, kaempferol, isorhamnetin, coumaric acid, chlorogenic acid, caffeic acid, anthocyanins as well as vitamin C contribute to the herb’s beneficial properties. 10 herbs blended with citizens of Chicago in mind. Spring allergies can be rough on the respiratory system and Lobelia has been added for lung health. The herb is a a great source of pyridine alkaloids such as lobeline, lobelanine and lobelanidine. Orange Peel is essential for immune system health and is high in vitamins A and C, folate, flavonoids and minerals.

  Outdoor activities increase in the warmer months and Spirulina and Yerba Mate are combined to boost energy and strength. Spirulina is rich in protein, C-Phycocyanin, minerals, vitamin B12 and β-carotene. Yerba Mate is also high in phenolic compounds, caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid, caffeine and theobromine, flavonoids, tannins, saponins, minerals P, Fe, and Ca and vitamins C, B1 and B2. Green tea has been enjoyed for centuries as it is rich in catechins, flavonoids, alkaloids, amino acids and minerals. 10 herbs blended with citizens of Chicago in mind. Milk Thistle consists of silymarin, flavonids and vitamin E and commonly used to support liver health support and to promote the immune system. Burdock and Mullein have long been used in traditional herbal for medicine for respiratory and immunity health. These herbs are comprised of several beneficial compounds such as flavonoids, lignans, phenolic compounds, vitamins and minerals in Burdock and iridoid glycosides, flavonoids and saponins in Mullein.