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13 herbs
L. acidophilus
Lactobacillus acidophilus, often abbreviated as L. acidophilus, is a type of beneficial bacteria that naturally resides in the human gastrointestinal tract, primarily in the small intestine and colon.…
Lavender
Lavender (Lavandula) is a versatile and fragrant herb. It is a flowering plant belonging to the mint family (Lamiaceae) known for its fragrant flowers, calming aromatic foliage, and…
Lecithin
Lecithin, originally isolated by Theodore Nicolas Gobley from egg yolk, is a term now frequently used to describe any of a number of fatty substances with health benefits that…
Lemon
Lemons (Citrus × limon) are citrus fruits known for their vibrant yellow color, sour taste and aromatic fragrance. Lemons are produced on a small evergreen tree that is…
Lemon Balm/Melissa
Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) is a perennial herb belonging to the Mint family. It is native to Europe, North Africa and West Asia, and now is cultivated worldwide…
Lemon Myrtle
The Lemon Myrtle (Backhousia Citriodora) is a tree that grows naturally in the Australian coastal regions, including Queensland and New South Wales. The tree can reach heights of…
Licorice Root
Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra), also spelled as "liquorice," is a plant native to Southern Europe and parts of Asia, belonging to the Glycyrrhiza genus in the legume family Fabaceae.…
Lime
Limes are small citrus fruits that belong to the Rutaceae family, known for their round or oval shape and bright green color when ripe. They have a sour…
Lion’s Mane Mushroom
Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is a powerful medicinal mushroom known for its unique, shaggy appearance and impressive health benefits. Often called the “smart mushroom” or “nature’s brain food,”…
Liverwort
Liverwort, (Marchantia polymorpha), is a perennial herb that has a long history of medicinal herbal use especially for liver ailments. It is a type of small, non-vascular plant…
Lobelia
Lobelia is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the family Campanulaceae. It includes many species, some of which are known for their medicinal properties. One species, Lobelia…
Loquat
The Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica) is a native of the rainforests of southeastern China, from where it spread to Japan, across Europe, and to the Americas. It's possible to…
Lycopene
Lycopene is a naturally occurring compound found in certain fruits and vegetables, particularly in red-colored varieties such as; tomatoes, watermelon, pink guavas, pink grapefruit and papaya. It belongs…