Ingredient library
422 nutraceuticals, graded honestly
Every vitamin, mineral, amino acid, herb, polyphenol, probiotic and specialty ingredient Farmicine considers — with its roles, research maturity, forms and cautions. The library is the reference the assistant and the products are built from.
ingredients shown
Vitamins 24
- Vitamin A (Retinol) Vision, immune function, cell differentiation, skin…
- Beta-Carotene Antioxidant; converts to retinol as needed; skin…
- Vitamin D3 Bone mineralization, immune modulation, mood, muscle…
- Vitamin D2 Same as D3 but lower potency for raising 25(OH)D
- Vitamin E (Alpha-tocopherol) Lipid-soluble antioxidant, membrane integrity, skin…
- Tocotrienols Cholesterol reduction, neuroprotection (post-stroke)…
- Vitamin K1 Coagulation cofactor, hepatic clotting factor synthesis
- Vitamin K2 (MK-7) Bone calcium deposition, arterial calcification…
- Vitamin K2 (MK-4) Bone density (esp. Japanese osteoporosis Rx 45 mg), cancer…
- Vitamin C Collagen synthesis, antioxidant, immune support, iron…
- Thiamine (B1) Carbohydrate metabolism, nerve conduction, cardiac function
- Benfotiamine Diabetic neuropathy, retinopathy, AGE inhibition
- Riboflavin (B2) Energy metabolism (FAD/FMN cofactor), redox, migraine…
- Niacin (B3) Cholesterol modulation (raises HDL, lowers LDL/TG), NAD…
- Niacinamide Skin (rosacea/acne), neuroprotection, NAD precursor…
- Pantothenic Acid (B5) CoA synthesis, fatty acid metabolism, skin/hair, wound…
- Pyridoxine (B6) Neurotransmitter synthesis, homocysteine, PMS, nausea
- Biotin (B7) Hair, skin, nails; gluconeogenesis; fatty acid synthesis
- Folate / Folic Acid (B9) DNA synthesis, neural tube formation, methylation…
- Vitamin B12 Hematopoiesis, neurological function, methylation, energy
- Choline Brain (acetylcholine), liver (methylation), membrane…
- Inositol (Vitamin B8) Insulin sensitization, ovulation, anxiety, fertility
- PABA Folate cofactor, sunscreen (historical), Peyronie's…
- Vitamin F See Fatty Acids sheet
Minerals & Elements 33
- Calcium Bone/teeth mineralization, muscle contraction, nerve…
- Magnesium >300 enzyme cofactor, ATP, muscle relaxation, sleep, BP…
- Phosphorus Bone, ATP, DNA, pH buffer
- Potassium BP, fluid balance, cardiac rhythm, stroke prevention
- Sodium Fluid balance, nerve, muscle
- Chloride Stomach acid, pH balance, fluid balance
- Iron Hemoglobin/myoglobin, oxygen transport, energy, cognition
- Zinc Immunity, wound healing, taste/smell, testosterone…
- Copper Iron metabolism, connective tissue (lysyl oxidase)…
- Selenium Thyroid (deiodinase), glutathione peroxidase antioxidant…
- Iodine Thyroid hormone synthesis, brain development, fibrocystic…
- Chromium Insulin sensitization, glucose metabolism, cravings
- Manganese SOD-2 antioxidant, bone, glucose, connective tissue
- Molybdenum Sulfite oxidase, xanthine oxidase, aldehyde detox
- Boron Bone, joint, hormone (testosterone, estrogen, D)…
- Silicon Bone density, collagen synthesis, hair/nail/skin, arterial…
- Vanadium Insulin-mimetic
- Nickel Possibly involved in urease/hydrogenase
- Cobalt Only as B12
- Lithium Mood stabilization, neuroprotection (BDNF), longevity…
- Strontium Bone density
- Germanium Immune (historical claims)
- Fluoride Dental enamel
- Silver Topical antimicrobial
- Gold Anti-inflammatory
- Platinum Chemotherapy
- Sulfur Connective tissue, methylation, glutathione, joint health
- MSM Joint health, allergy, skin, hair, anti-inflammatory
- Hydrogen Selective ROS scavenger, anti-inflammatory
- Bismuth GI protection, H. pylori
- Aluminum No nutritional role
- Rubidium Investigational antidepressant
- Cesium Alkaline cancer therapy (debunked, dangerous)
Amino Acids & Peptides 47
- L-Leucine mTOR activation, muscle protein synthesis
- L-Isoleucine Muscle metabolism, glucose uptake, hemoglobin
- L-Valine Muscle, nitrogen balance
- L-Lysine Collagen, calcium absorption, herpes suppression
- L-Methionine Methylation, glutathione precursor, SAMe precursor
- L-Threonine Mucin, immunity, glycine precursor
- L-Phenylalanine Tyrosine/catecholamine precursor
- L-Tryptophan Serotonin/melatonin precursor
- L-Histidine Histamine, hemoglobin, carnosine precursor
- L-Arginine NO precursor, vasodilation, growth hormone
- L-Citrulline Arginine precursor, NO, ammonia detox
- L-Glutamine Gut epithelium, immunity, glutathione
- L-Glycine Collagen, sleep, calming neurotransmitter, glutathione
- L-Proline Collagen, wound healing
- Hydroxyproline Collagen synthesis
- L-Tyrosine Catecholamine and thyroid hormone precursor
- L-Cysteine / NAC Glutathione precursor, mucolytic, antioxidant
- L-Taurine Cardiac, bile, osmolyte, GABA-like
- L-Serine Phospholipids, neurotransmission
- L-Asparagine Ammonia disposal
- L-Aspartic Acid Krebs cycle
- L-Glutamic Acid Glutamate (CNS), GABA precursor, umami
- L-Alanine Carnosine precursor (beta-form), pH buffer in muscle
- Carnosine Anti-glycation, anti-aging, muscle pH
- L-Carnitine Fatty acid transport, energy, sperm motility, cardiac
- Creatine ATP regeneration, strength, cognition, sarcopenia
- HMB Anti-catabolic, muscle preservation
- GABA Relaxation, sleep, BP
- 5-HTP Serotonin precursor
- L-DOPA Dopamine precursor
- SAMe Methylation, joint, mood, liver
- TMG / Betaine Homocysteine, methylation, exercise
- Collagen Peptides Skin elasticity, joint, hair, nails, bone
- UC-II Oral tolerance immune modulation for joint
- Whey Protein Complete protein, MPS, immunity (Ig)
- Casein Slow-release MPS, overnight anti-catabolic
- Soy Protein Complete plant protein, isoflavone payload, cholesterol
- Pea Protein High BCAA, hypoallergenic plant protein
- Rice Protein Hypoallergenic plant
- Hemp Protein Edestin, GLA, fiber
- Lactoferrin Iron-binding, antimicrobial, antiviral, immune
- Colostrum Immunoglobulins, growth factors, IgG
- BPC-157 Tendon, ligament, gut healing
- Thymosin Beta-4 Wound healing, hair, cardiac repair
- GHK-Cu Skin remodeling, hair, wound
- Glutathione (GSH) Master antioxidant, detox, skin lightening
- Carnosine (food-grade) -
Fatty Acids & Lipids 22
- EPA Anti-inflammatory, cardiovascular, mood
- DHA Neurodevelopment, retinal, cognition
- ALA (Plant Omega-3) Cardiovascular, anti-inflammatory
- Krill Oil Omega-3 + phospholipid form + astaxanthin
- Algal Oil Vegan DHA/EPA
- GLA Anti-inflammatory eicosanoids, skin, hormonal
- CLA Body composition, metabolic
- MCT Oil Ketogenesis, energy, cognition, satiety
- Coconut Oil Antimicrobial, energy
- Olive Oil (EVOO) Cardiovascular, anti-inflammatory (oleocanthal), longevity
- Avocado Oil Cardiovascular, skin, carotenoid absorption
- Phosphatidylcholine Liver, membrane integrity, choline source
- Phosphatidylserine Cognition, cortisol modulation, stress
- Phosphatidylinositol CNS signaling
- Sphingomyelin / Ceramides Skin barrier hydration
- Beta-sitosterol LDL reduction, BPH, immune
- Plant Stanols LDL reduction
- Squalene / Squalane Skin barrier, antioxidant
- Sea Buckthorn Oil Mucous membrane, dry eye, skin, metabolic
- Palmitoleic Acid Metabolic, inflammation, insulin sensitivity
- Black Seed Oil Anti-inflammatory, antihistamine, glycemic
- Pumpkin Seed Oil Urinary, BPH, hair (alopecia)
Herbal - Ayurvedic 46
- Ashwagandha Stress, cortisol, sleep, testosterone, thyroid, strength…
- Bacopa Memory, cognition, anxiety, focus
- Brahmi (Centella) Wound healing, varicose veins, cognition, skin (collagen)
- Shatavari Lactation, female reproductive, immune, GI
- Tulsi (Holy Basil) Stress, glycemic, immune, respiratory, anti-microbial
- Amla (Indian Gooseberry) Antioxidant, cholesterol, hair, glycemic, gastric
- Triphala Gentle laxative, gut, detox, eye
- Haritaki GI, anti-microbial, anti-cancer signaling
- Bibhitaki Respiratory, liver
- Arjuna Cardiac, BP, lipids, angina
- Guggul Lipid, thyroid, anti-inflammatory, weight, acne
- Shilajit Mitochondrial energy, testosterone, iron, fertility
- Boswellia 5-LOX inhibition, joint, IBD, asthma
- Curcumin NF-kB inhibition, joint, mood, gut, anti-cancer signaling
- Tinospora (Guduchi) Immune, glycemic, anti-viral, liver
- Neem Anti-microbial, anti-parasitic, glycemic, skin…
- Gokshura Libido, fertility, urinary, lipid
- Safed Musli Libido, immune, lactation
- Kapikacchu Dopamine, libido, fertility, Parkinson's adjunct
- Vidanga Anti-helminthic, anti-bacterial
- Vasaka Bronchodilator, expectorant
- Pippali Bioavailability enhancer, respiratory, digestion
- Black Pepper / Piperine Curcumin 2000x bioenhancement, thermogenesis
- Long Pepper -
- Coleus forskohlii Weight loss, asthma, IOP, cardiac inotropy
- Gymnema Sugar-blocker (taste), insulin sensitivity, T2DM
- Salacia Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor, T2DM, NAFLD
- Bitter Melon Insulin sensitizer, glycemic
- Fenugreek Glycemic, lactation, testosterone, lipids
- Cinnamon Glycemic, lipid, anti-microbial
- Garlic BP, lipid, anti-microbial, immune
- Ginger Nausea, motion sickness, OA, dysmenorrhea
- Turmeric (whole) See Curcumin
- Punarnava Edema, renal, hepatic
- Kutaja Amoebic dysentery, IBS-D
- Manjistha Skin, acne, lymphatic
- Yashtimadhu (Licorice) Gastric ulcer, cortisol prolong, voice, immune, anti-viral
- Kalmegh URI, immune, hepato
- Bhumi Amla Hepatitis B, gallstones, urolithiasis
- Kutki Hepato, immune-modulator
- Nakeshwari / Nagkesar Hemostatic, dyspepsia, hemorrhoids
- Garcinia HCA appetite, lipogenesis inhibitor
- Saffron Depression, AMD, PMS, ED
- Moringa Glycemic, anti-inflammatory, lactation, micronutrient dense
- Spirulina Protein, antioxidant, allergic rhinitis, NAFLD
- Kapha Pacifying Compounds Combination strategies
Herbal - TCM & East Asian 29
- Panax Ginseng Energy, cognition, ED, glycemic, immune
- American Ginseng Glycemic, immune (URI), cognition
- Reishi Immune, sleep, hepato, anti-cancer adjunct
- Cordyceps Energy, athletic, libido, kidney, respiratory
- Lion's Mane NGF stimulation, cognition, neuropathy, mood
- Chaga Immune, antioxidant, anti-cancer adjunct
- Turkey Tail Immune, gut microbiome, cancer adjunct
- Maitake Immune, glycemic, BP
- Shiitake Immune, lipids
- Astragalus Immune, cardio, telomere (cycloastragenol), kidney
- Schisandra Liver, cognition, endurance
- Rhodiola Stress, fatigue, depression, cognition, athletic
- Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng) Stress, immune, athletic
- Goji Berry Eye, immune, antioxidant, glycemic
- Dong Quai Menstrual, blood tonic
- He Shou Wu Hair greying, longevity claims, kidney
- Bupleurum Liver, hepatitis, fevers
- Salvia miltiorrhiza Cardiovascular, stroke, IHD
- Gynostemma Adaptogenic, lipid, glycemic
- Notoginseng Cardiovascular, hemostasis, microcirculation
- Cinnamon (Cassia) See Ayurvedic
- Star Anise Anti-microbial, digestive (Tamiflu precursor)
- Cordyceps militaris (cultivated) -
- Poria Diuretic, mild sedative, immune
- Codonopsis Mild ginseng substitute
- Licorice (Gan Cao) See Ayurvedic Yashtimadhu
- Bilberry Eye, night vision, microcirculation
- Honeysuckle URI, anti-inflammatory
- Forsythia URI
Herbal - Western & Global 36
- Echinacea Immune, URI duration/severity
- Elderberry Antiviral, URI, influenza duration
- Saw Palmetto BPH, androgenic alopecia (5-AR inhibition)
- Milk Thistle Liver regeneration, NAFLD, hepatitis, Amanita poisoning
- Hawthorn CHF (NYHA I-II), BP, antioxidant
- St John's Wort Mild-moderate depression
- Valerian GABA modulation, sleep, anxiety
- Chamomile Anxiety, sleep, GI
- Lavender Anxiety, sleep
- Lemon Balm Anxiety, sleep, cognition, HSV (topical)
- Passionflower Anxiety, sleep
- Hops Sleep, anxiety, menopause (8-PN)
- Black Cohosh Hot flashes, menopause
- Chasteberry PMS, mastalgia, fertility, dopaminergic
- Red Clover Hot flashes, bone
- Maca Libido, fertility, mood, energy, menopause
- Yohimbe Alpha-2 antagonist, ED, fat loss
- Tongkat Ali Testosterone, stress, libido
- Pine Bark ED, ADHD, joint, skin, asthma, varicose, microcirculation
- Grape Seed CVD, varicose, edema, skin
- Horse Chestnut CVI, varicose, edema
- Butcher's Broom CVI, hemorrhoids
- Ginkgo Biloba Cognition, dementia, tinnitus, peripheral arterial, ED
- Feverfew Migraine prophylaxis
- Butterbur Migraine, allergic rhinitis
- Devil's Claw Joint, lower back pain
- Cat's Claw Immune, RA, anti-inflammatory
- Pau d'Arco Anti-fungal, anti-cancer claims
- Cranberry UTI prevention
- Stinging Nettle BPH (root), allergic rhinitis (leaf)
- Dandelion Diuretic, liver, digestive
- Burdock Skin (acne, eczema), liver, mild prebiotic
- Slippery Elm GERD, IBS, sore throat
- Marshmallow Root GERD, sore throat, cough
- Aloe Vera GI healing, skin, burns
- Yarrow Hemostatic, digestive
Polyphenols & Carotenoids 36
- Quercetin Anti-allergic (mast cell), anti-viral, anti-inflammatory
- Rutin Capillary fragility, venotonic
- Hesperidin Venotonic, microcirculation
- Naringenin Lipid, anti-inflammatory
- EGCG Antioxidant, fat oxidation, anti-cancer signaling…
- Resveratrol Sirtuin activation, CV, glycemic, anti-aging
- Pterostilbene Better bioavailability than resveratrol, lipid, cognition
- Anthocyanins Eye, cardiovascular, cognition
- Procyanidins (OPCs) Vascular, antioxidant, UTI (cranberry)
- Catechins See EGCG
- Theaflavins Lipid, antioxidant
- Apigenin CD38 inhibition (NAD+ preservation), anxiolytic…
- Luteolin Anti-inflammatory, mast cell, neuroprotection
- Fisetin Senolytic, cognitive, longevity
- Genistein Menopause, bone, cancer modulation
- Daidzein / Equol Menopause; equol producers benefit more
- Puerarin CV, alcohol cravings, menopause
- Ellagic Acid Anti-cancer signaling, antioxidant; converts to urolithins
- Urolithin A Mitophagy, muscle, longevity
- Chlorogenic Acid Glycemic, weight, BP
- Ferulic Acid Antioxidant, photoprotection, cognitive (combined with NAC)
- Rosmarinic Acid Anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory
- Olive Polyphenols CV, antioxidant, BP, glycemic
- Oleuropein BP, glycemic, antimicrobial
- Lutein Macular pigment, eye, cognition
- Zeaxanthin Macular pigment central
- Meso-Zeaxanthin Central macular pigment
- Lycopene Prostate, CV, photoprotection
- Astaxanthin Antioxidant (10x beta-carotene), eye, skin, athletic
- Beta-Cryptoxanthin Bone, lung
- Crocin / Crocetin Mood, eye, cognitive
- Fucoxanthin Fat oxidation, glycemic
- Phycocyanin Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immune
- Chlorophyll / Chlorophyllin Detox (binds aflatoxin), deodorant, wound
- Curcuminoids -
- Berberine AMPK activation, glycemic, lipid, antimicrobial, PCOS
Probiotics & Mushrooms 35
- Lactobacillus acidophilus Lactose digestion, vaginal flora, antimicrobial
- Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG Pediatric diarrhea, atopic prevention, antibiotic-associated
- Lactobacillus reuteri Infant colic, oral health, H. pylori, testosterone (in mice)
- Lactobacillus plantarum IBS, gut barrier
- Lactobacillus casei GI, immune
- Lactobacillus crispatus Vaginal health (BV recurrence)
- Bifidobacterium longum GI, immune, mental health (psychobiotic)
- Bifidobacterium infantis IBS-specifically validated
- Bifidobacterium breve NEC, infant, allergy
- Bifidobacterium animalis Constipation, regularity
- Saccharomyces boulardii AAD, C. difficile, traveler's diarrhea
- Bacillus coagulans IBS, immune; spore stable shelf
- Bacillus subtilis GI, immune
- Bacillus clausii Diarrhea (pharma in India - Enterogermina)
- Akkermansia muciniphila Gut barrier, metabolic, GLP-1
- Faecalibacterium prausnitzii Anti-inflammatory, butyrate-producing
- Streptococcus thermophilus Yogurt, lactose digestion
- Inulin Bifidogenic, calcium absorption, satiety
- FOS Bifidogenic
- GOS Bifidogenic, infant
- XOS Bifidogenic at low dose, low FODMAP
- Resistant Starch Butyrate production, glycemic, satiety
- Beta-Glucan Cholesterol (oat), immune (yeast)
- Psyllium Husk Constipation, IBS, cholesterol, glycemic
- Apple Pectin Cholesterol, gut, heavy metal binding
- Modified Citrus Pectin Anti-galectin-3 (cancer adjunct), heavy metal binding
- Acacia Fiber Low-FODMAP prebiotic, IBS-friendly
- Konjac / Glucomannan Satiety, cholesterol, glycemic, constipation
- Butyrate / Sodium Butyrate Colonocyte fuel, gut barrier, anti-inflammatory
- Heat-killed Probiotics Immune, shelf-stable
- Reishi -
- Cordyceps -
- Lion's Mane -
- Tremella Hyaluronic acid-like skin hydration
- Agaricus blazei Immune
Enzymes, Nootropics & Specialty 51
- Amylase Carbohydrate digestion
- Lipase Fat digestion
- Protease Protein digestion
- Bromelain Anti-inflammatory, fibrinolytic, sinusitis, post-surgery
- Papain Anti-inflammatory, digestive
- Serrapeptase Fibrinolytic, anti-inflammatory, mucolytic
- Nattokinase Fibrinolysis, CV, BP, microcirculation
- Lumbrokinase Stronger fibrinolytic than nattokinase
- Lactase Lactose digestion
- Alpha-galactosidase Oligosaccharide (raffinose) digestion
- DPP-IV Gluten and casein partial digestion
- Cellulase Plant fiber digestion
- CoQ10 ATP, antioxidant, CV, statin myalgia
- PQQ Mitochondrial biogenesis, neuroprotection
- NAD+ / NMN / NR NAD+ raising, sirtuins, longevity
- Nicotinamide / Niacinamide -
- Alpha-Lipoic Acid Glycemic, neuropathy, glutathione recycling
- L-Carnitine -
- Creatine -
- DMG Methylation, athletic, immune
- TMG -
- Choline / Alpha-GPC -
- Citicoline Phospholipid synthesis, dopamine, cognition
- Acetyl-L-Carnitine See aminos
- Huperzine A Acetylcholinesterase inhibition, cognition
- Vinpocetine Cerebral blood flow
- Piracetam Cognition, dyslexia
- Aniracetam Cognition, anxiety
- Phenylpiracetam Cognition, stamina (WADA banned)
- Modafinil Wakefulness, focus
- Theanine Alpha brain waves, calming, focus, sleep
- Caffeine Stimulant, performance
- Theobromine Mild stimulant, vasodilator
- Theophylline Bronchodilator
- Yerba Mate Caffeine + chlorogenic acid
- Guarana Sustained caffeine release
- NAC -
- Glutathione -
- Methylene Blue Mitochondrial e-donor, antimalarial, methemoglobinemia
- Quercetin Phytosome Bioavailable quercetin
- Curcumin Phytosome Bioavailable curcumin
- Berberine HCl -
- Dihydroberberine 5x bioavailability vs berberine
- Spermidine Autophagy, longevity
- Hyaluronic Acid (oral) Skin hydration, joint
- MSM -
- DHEA Adrenal hormone precursor
- Pregnenolone All steroid hormone precursor, neurosteroid
- Melatonin Sleep, antioxidant, immune, oncology adjunct
- Boron -
- BCAAs -
Joint, Marine, Hormone & Other 63
- Glucosamine Cartilage, OA
- Chondroitin Cartilage, OA, structural
- Hyaluronic Acid Joint lubrication, skin
- Type II Collagen UC-II -
- Collagen Peptides -
- Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) -
- SAMe -
- Spirulina -
- Chlorella Detox (heavy metals, dioxins), protein
- Sea Moss Mineral profile, iodine, mucilage
- Kelp Iodine source
- Marine Collagen Skin, joint
- Fish Oil -
- Cod Liver Oil Omega-3, vit A, vit D
- Calamari Oil High DHA
- Melatonin -
- DHEA -
- Pregnenolone -
- Progesterone (bioidentical) Female hormone replacement
- Estrogen (bioidentical) HRT
- Testosterone HRT
- Thyroid (desiccated/T3/T4) Hypothyroid
- Diosgenin Industrial steroid precursor; weak progesterone claim
- Royal Jelly 10-HDA, hormone-like effects, fertility, skin
- Propolis Antimicrobial, oral health, wound, immune
- Bee Pollen Nutrient-dense, allergy desensitization (anecdotal)
- Manuka Honey MGO antimicrobial, wound
- Bovine Colostrum -
- Beef Liver Capsules Vit A, B12, iron, retinol, copper
- Organ Meat Complex Concentrated nutrient density
- Deer Antler Velvet IGF-1, growth factors
- Cartilage (shark, bovine) Joint
- D-Mannose UTI E. coli adhesion blocking
- Trehalose Autophagy induction, stability
- Allulose -
- Mannose-rich Aloe Polysaccharide Immune
- Sodium Bicarbonate pH, exercise performance, gout
- Phytic Acid / IP6 Anti-cancer signaling, mineral chelation
- AFA Nutrient dense
- Aloe Polysaccharide -
- Larch Arabinogalactan Immune, prebiotic
- Sulforaphane Nrf2 activation, detox, anti-cancer, autism
- DIM Estrogen metabolism
- I3C Converts to DIM
- Calcium D-Glucarate Beta-glucuronidase inhibition, estrogen detox
- Activated Charcoal Acute poisoning, gas
- Zeolite Heavy metal binding (debated)
- Bentonite Clay Mycotoxin binding, GI
- CBD Anxiety, sleep, seizure (Epidiolex)
- CBG Anti-inflammatory, neuroprotection
- Hemp Seed Oil Omega-3/6 balance
- Kava GABA modulation, anxiety
- Kanna Mood, anxiety
- Magnolia Bark Anxiety, sleep
- Ziziphus Sleep
- Apigenin -
- Theacrine Caffeine-like without tolerance
- Dynamine Fast-acting stimulant
- Beta-Hydroxybutyrate Exogenous ketones, cognition, athletic
- Allulose -
- Erythritol Zero-cal sweetener
- Stevia Zero-cal sweetener
- Monk Fruit Zero-cal sweetener
