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The meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria) is a perennial plant belonging to the rose family (Rosaceae). It is an erect plant that can reach a height of 0.6 to 2 meters. The flowers of the meadowsweet are numerous and cream-colored, with a width of 0.4 to 1 cm and each consisting of five petals, which have a strong almond scent. The leaves are pinnately compound, with a large top leaflet that is palmately split.

Single herbal tincture made with dried herb of Filipendulae ulmaria (Meadsweet).
The meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria) is a perennial plant belonging to the rose family (Rosaceae). It is an erect plant that can reach a height of 0.6 to 2 meters. The flowers of the meadowsweet are numerous and cream-colored, with a width of 0.4 to 1 cm and each consisting of five petals, which have a strong almond scent. The leaves are pinnately compound, with a large top leaflet that is palmately split.

MSM, short for methylsulfonylmethane, is an organic sulfur compound that occurs naturally in small amounts in the human body and in various foods. It is an odorless, white, crystalline powder that is highly soluble in water. MSM is used in dietary supplements as a source of sulfur, an element that is a structural component of various bodily substances.
Sulfur is present in amino acids, enzymes, and other compounds involved in various biochemical processes. MSM is often described as a highly absorbable form of sulfur and is therefore used in supplements aimed at supplementing the daily dietary intake of this element.

Nettle (Urtica dioica) is a herbaceous plant found in many places and known for its stinging hairs when touched. Despite this characteristic, the plant has long been valued and used in various cultures. Nettle is used in culinary preparations such as soup and herbal tea.
The plant is native to large parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa. The Latin name Urtica dioica refers to the plant's stinging properties. Historical and botanical sources describe both the leaves and the roots as being traditionally collected and processed.
Both nettle leaf and root hold a firm place in herbal tradition. Due to their natural composition and long history, these parts of the plant have been mentioned for centuries in ethnobotanical and historical accounts.

Nettle is a versatile plant that has been used for centuries in European herbal traditions. Both the leaves and the roots are used in herbal preparations. Nettle is valued for its wide range of uses and natural composition, making it a suitable addition to a varied and balanced diet. The plant is also widely used in teas and culinary applications, such as soups.

Nettle (Urtica dioica) is a herbaceous plant found in many places and known for its stinging hairs when touched. Despite this characteristic, the plant has long been valued and used in various cultures. Nettle is used in culinary preparations such as soup and herbal tea.
The plant is native to large parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa. The Latin name Urtica dioica refers to the plant's stinging properties. Historical and botanical sources describe both the leaves and the roots as being traditionally collected and processed.
Both nettle leaf and root hold a firm place in herbal tradition. Due to their natural composition and long history, these parts of the plant have been mentioned for centuries in ethnobotanical and historical accounts.

Single herbal tincture made with dried herb of Urticae dioica (Nettle).
The stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is a herbaceous plant found in many places and known for its stinging hairs, which cause a tingling sensation when touched. Despite this characteristic, the plant has been valued and used in various cultures for centuries. It is used in culinary preparations such as soup and herbal tea.
The plant is native to large parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa. The Latin name Urtica dioica refers to the plant's pungent nature. Historical and botanical sources describe both the leaves and roots as being traditionally collected and processed.

Iceland moss (Cetraria islandica), also known by the basic name Lichen islandicus, is a shrubby lichen belonging to the Parmeliaceae family (shell mosses). The species is native to cold and mountainous regions and is extremely rare in the Netherlands. For this reason, Iceland moss is listed on the Dutch Red List as critically endangered.
Iceland moss has a long cultural and historical background. Botanical and historical sources from the 17th century describe the lichen as part of the botanical knowledge of the time. During that period, the lichen was collected whole and used in traditional practices. These uses are part of historical and folklore.

The pansy (Viola tricolor), also known as the wild violet, is an ornamental plant that has been part of European botanical knowledge for centuries. The tricolor violet belongs to the pansy family (Violaceae) and is native to Europe, from Lapland to the Mediterranean, and even to Siberia.
This plant, which is annual but can sometimes be perennial, grows to a height of 30 cm and has roots that can reach depths of up to 45 cm. Its flowering period extends from May to October. The flowers are at least 1 cm wide, but usually larger, with an average diameter of 1.5 cm. The plant was first described by the renowned botanist Rembert Dodoens in 1554.

The pansy (Viola tricolor), also known as the wild violet, is an ornamental plant that has been part of European botanical knowledge for centuries. The tricolor violet belongs to the pansy family (Violaceae) and is native to Europe, from Lapland to the Mediterranean, and even to Siberia.
This plant, which is annual but can sometimes be perennial, grows to a height of 30 cm and has roots that can reach depths of up to 45 cm. Its flowering period extends from May to October. The flowers are at least 1 cm wide, but usually larger, with an average diameter of 1.5 cm. The plant was first described by the renowned botanist Rembert Dodoens in 1554.

The Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) belongs to the pine family (Pinaceae) and can reach an age of 200 to 300 years. This tree is known for its rich resin content and characteristic pine scent.
The needles and buds of the Scots pine contain natural compounds such as tannins, flavonoids, and vitamins. The tree's resin contains turpentine and a large number of monoterpenes, including α-pinene, β-pinene, and limonene, which are components of the tree's essential oil.
Scots pine is traditionally used in various applications, such as in aromatic products and in the production of pine oil. Both needles and buds are used in some traditional preparations for their fragrance and flavor.

The Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) belongs to the pine family (Pinaceae) and can reach an age of 200 to 300 years. This tree is known for its rich resin content and characteristic pine scent.
The needles and buds of the Scots pine contain natural compounds such as tannins, flavonoids, and vitamins. The tree's resin contains turpentine and a large number of monoterpenes, including α-pinene, β-pinene, and limonene, which are components of the tree's essential oil.
Scots pine is traditionally used in various applications, such as in aromatic products and in the production of pine oil. Both needles and buds are used in some traditional preparations for their fragrance and flavor.

Single herbal tincture made with dried needle of Pinus silvestris (Pine).
The Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) belongs to the pine family (Pinaceae) and can reach an age of 200 to 300 years. This tree is known for its rich resin content and characteristic pine scent.
The needles and buds of the Scots pine contain natural compounds such as tannins, flavonoids, and vitamins. The tree's resin contains turpentine and a large number of monoterpenes, including α-pinene, β-pinene, and limonene, which are components of the tree's essential oil.
Scots pine is traditionally used in various applications, such as in aromatic products and in the production of pine oil. 

Propolis is a natural, reddish-brown substance produced by honeybees. Within the hive, bees use propolis as a building and sealing material, among other things, to close openings and strengthen the hive's structure.
Honeybees collect propolis starting in the summer on warm days by gathering resins from the buds and leaves of trees and other plants. These resins are mixed with beeswax and processed with saliva and the bees' legs, creating propolis.
Propolis consists of a combination of plant resins, beeswax, essential oils, and pollen, along with small amounts of vitamins and minerals. The composition can vary depending on the plants in the hive's environment.

Quercetin is a flavonoid (also called a bioflavonoid) that occurs naturally in various plants, fruits, and vegetables. Flavonoids are responsible for the vibrant colors in plants and contribute to various biochemical processes, such as regulating growth and protecting against UV light, oxidation, and heat.
Rutin is also a flavonoid found in citrus fruits, grapes, apple and pear peels, apricots, raspberries, onions, asparagus, tea, rhubarb, blueberries, and elderberries. Like other flavonoids, rutin contributes to the color and pigmentation of plants and plays a role in their metabolism and protection from environmental influences.
Quercetin and rutin are often studied together because of their presence in many fruits and vegetables and their role as natural plant compounds.

Quercetin is a flavonoid (also called a bioflavonoid) that occurs naturally in various plants, fruits, and vegetables. Flavonoids are responsible for the vibrant colors in plants and contribute to various biochemical processes, such as regulating growth and protecting against UV light, oxidation, and heat.
Zinc is available in different forms. Zinc bisglycinate has a very good bioavailability. It is a chelated form of zinc bound to two (bis) molecules of the amino acid glycine which has more benefits for the body. Zinc has a very wide range of action and is involved in many body processes. Zinc is essential for the activity of more than 300 enzymes that have the zinc ion as a cofactor.

Quercetin is a flavonoid (also called a bioflavonoid) that occurs naturally in various plants, fruits, and vegetables. Flavonoids are responsible for the vibrant colors in plants and contribute to various biochemical processes, such as regulating growth and protecting against UV light, oxidation, and heat.

The dog rose (Rosa canina) is a native rose species in the Benelux, found in Europe, Northwest Africa and West Asia. This species has been introduced into North America.
After flowering, a rose hip develops, a fleshy flower base with nutty fruits inside. The rose hip is oval or ovoid, red-orange in color, and measures 1-2.5 cm long and 1-1.8 cm wide.
Rose hips are often used for making jam because of their high vitamin C content. They also contain carotene, vitamin B1 and vitamin B2.

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) is a fragrant, compact shrub from the Lamiaceae family. This versatile herb has been used for centuries in cooking and for various purposes. Native to Mediterranean regions, rosemary blooms in spring with small, lavender-blue flowers.
The name "rosemary" comes from the Latin ros ("dew") and marinus ("sea"), which together mean "dew of the sea." Rosemary contains various natural plant compounds and aromas that contribute to its characteristic scent and flavor. It is used in herb blends, teas, and food products.

Goat willow extract (Salix alba L.) is extracted from the bark of the white willow tree. The bark naturally contains salicin, a glycoside found only in plants. Salicin was first studied in 1828 by the German pharmacist Johann Andreas Buchner. Goat willow extract is used in nutritional products and supplements and is known for its presence. The white willow is a common tree species in the Netherlands.

Single herbal tincture made with dried root of Eleutherococcus senticosus (Siberian ginseng).
Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) is a shrubby plant native to parts of Russia, China, Korea, and Japan. The plant belongs to the Araliaceae family and is botanically related to, but distinct from, the better-known Panax species such as Korean ginseng (Panax ginseng) and American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius).
The roots of Siberian ginseng have long been mentioned in East Asian and Russian botanical literature. These historical and cultural sources describe the plant as part of traditional practices. This long history of use has also led to Siberian ginseng becoming known beyond its native range.

Solidago virgaurea, also known as Goldenrod, is a native plant traditionally found in Europe and Asia. It produces golden-yellow flowers and was traditionally cultivated in herb gardens. Historically, the flowers were dried and ground for various uses, including natural dyes. Solidago extracts are used in food products and supplements due to their presence of specific plant compounds, such as flavonoids and saponins.

Spirulina is a blue-green, single-celled algae that grows in warm, freshwater. This microscopic algae has spiral-shaped strands and contains natural pigments such as chlorophyll (green) and phycocyanin (blue).
Spirulina naturally contains a broad spectrum of nutrients, including protein, B-complex vitamins, vitamin E, carotenoids, iron, manganese, zinc, and essential fatty acids such as gamma-linolenic acid. It is known as a rich source of beta-carotene and other carotenoids. Spirulina is often included in nutritional supplements and can be included as part of a varied and balanced diet.

St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) has had a positive reputation in European herbal medicine for centuries. It can be used to support both moments of depression and cheerfulness, and it promotes a good night's sleep. In addition, St. John's wort is beneficial for bile function and contributes to healthy digestion, thanks to the presence of bioflavonoids, tannins and essential oils.
The use of St. John's wort dates back to the times of the Ancient Greeks and is traditionally harvested between June 21 and 24, on the occasion of the Feast of St. John, in both pagan and Christian traditions.