FAQs
What is Botanical Medicine?
Botanical medicine is made of natural herbs and comes from evidence-based research that supports the positive effects of using the Earth's ingredients to treat and heal the body. It is a combination of science and practice that supports the use of plant extracts to improve overall health, support one’s wellness, and aid in treating acute and chronic diseases.
What health conditions can be treated using natural/herbal medicine?
Natural Health Products (NHPs) can be used to support overall health and various acute and chronic health conditions. If you have specific health conditions, we advise that you consult a trained health care practitioner when using natural products.
Where are your products sourced?
Our botanicals are meticulously selected from the most pristine locations globally to ensure the highest quality and potency. Our current focus is the Himalayan Region - these revered plants growing at a high altitude in Himalayan pastures are time-honoured sources of health, spirituality and general wellness.
How are your products sourced?
We conduct extensive research about the benefits of natural ingredients grown in the Himalayas. Our team works directly with farmers to then ethically source from these Himalayan regions.
Are your products natural and authentic?
We pride ourselves on using wildcrafted ingredients. Over the course of a decade, our team has built strong relationships and trust with the indigenous people of the Himalayas, NGOs, and governments to access plants for study in these remote locations. For more information about our fair-trade and wildcrafting responsibilities, please visit this page.
Why is potency important when choosing botanical extracts?
The unique phytochemical properties of Himalayan plants work in synergy to support/promote human health. Each combination of phytochemicals within one plant is ideal for the plants' survival and human health-promoting capacity.
What are levels of research are conducted when sourcing your products?
By connecting with research institutions, scientists, clinicians, completing medical literature reviews, and working with indigenous healers, we have confidently been able to decode the medicinal plants of the Himalayans validated by time, research, and clinical application. To learn more about our research and development, please, visit this page.
How do you test your products?
Each finished product will come with a Certificate of Analysis (COA). The COA will attest to the following test results:
- Identity of ingredients
- The potency of each ingredient
- Free from microbial contamination, heavy metals, pesticides and other impurities
- Dissolution and disintegration of our dosage forms (e.g., tablets and capsules); uniformity of dosage forms
For more information about our process, visit this page.
What is the difference between full spectrum extracts vs. isolates?
Full spectrum extract are extracts from the whole plant, optimally extracted to contain clinically relevant amounts of active plant chemicals. It has been observed and reported that full spectrum extracts versus synthetic isolates lead to more favourable outcomes with better tolerability. The benefit of using the whole plant is to have the entire complex working in synergy to promote health.
Isolates are individual plant compounds that have been removed/separated from the rest of the plant.
Are your products free of pesticides and herbicides?
All of our products are free of pesticides, herbicides, heavy metals, toxic solvents and GMOs.
Are your products vegan?
Yes, our products are vegan.
What is the recommended dosage of these supplements?
All products should be taken according to the instructions on the product label or according to instructions from a qualified health care practitioner
Can I take these natural supplements with prescription medication?
Always see your regulated healthcare practitioner about any health concerns and discuss your interest in taking medicinal herbs.
Herbs can interact with other pharmaceuticals medications and should be taken with care.
Are these products safe for those who are pregnant/breastfeeding?
All products should be taken according to the instructions on the product label or according to instructions from a qualified health care practitioner.
Always consult your health care practitioner prior to use of any health product or medication if pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to conceive
What are the health benefits of your products?
Each product is formulated for different health benefits. Please visit the product-specific page to get more information about each product.
Why is potency important when choosing botanical extracts?
Potency is the measure of our botanical’s activity; the health promoting properties of our botanicals are due to the activity of the phytochemicals in our plant extracts. Our extraction process is aimed at optimizing the potency of our extract to ensure that our consumers get optimal benefits of our products.