Herbal extracts
Herbs can have very different effects. For example, there are herbs that increase your energy as well as herbs that help you relax or increase your interest sex. Herbal extracts are actually the active substances from herbs, which result in an effect that is purer (and often more powerful). As such, herbal extracts essentially do the same things that the herbs themselves do, but they do it more quickly and powerfully. That means that you don’t need as much of them as you would if you were to smoke or chew the leaves.
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Concentrated power from nature
Herb extracts are the concentrated active compounds of herbs. Where you would normally use several grams of dried herb, you need much less of an extract for the same or stronger effect. A 10X extract means ten grams of original material has been reduced to one gram. With a 50X extract, the concentration is even higher. This makes extracts not only more efficient but also more practical to use. Since 2009, we exclusively select extracts from reliable suppliers who have perfected their extraction processes.
Lotus extracts: euphoria and relaxation
Blue Lotus (Nymphaea caerulea) is perhaps the best-known extract in our collection. Ancient Egyptians used this water lily thousands of years ago in spiritual rituals. The plant contains the alkaloids apomorphine and nuciferine, which act on dopamine and serotonin receptors. Users report a mild euphoric, relaxed feeling. Pink Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera), also called Indian lotus, offers similar effects with its own character. White Lotus (Nymphaea alba) completes the trio with a more subtle effect.
Dream herbs: Calea Zacatechichi and Sinicuichi
Calea Zacatechichi, the dream herb of the Mexican Chontal Maya, is known for promoting lucid dreams. Indigenous people have used this herb for centuries to make dreams more vivid and easier to remember. Take the extract before bedtime and keep a dream journal for best results. Sinicuichi (Heimia salicifolia) is another traditional Mexican herb that induces a pleasant, dreamy state. At higher dosages, effects can become more intense.
Relaxation and calm
Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) is traditionally used for restlessness and sleep problems. The extract contains flavonoids with calming effects. Damiana (Turnera diffusa) combines relaxation with a mildly euphoric, aphrodisiac effect. Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca) has traditionally been used for its calming properties.
Special extracts
Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) is the base of absinthe. This extract contains thujone and provides a unique, mildly numbing experience. Syrian Rue (Peganum harmala) contains harmala alkaloids similar to those in ayahuasca. This extract is often combined with other plants. Maca (Lepidium meyenii) from the Peruvian Andes supports energy, endurance and stress resistance.
Use and dosage
Most extracts are powders that you can use for tea. Dissolve the extract in hot water and steep for several minutes. Dosage differs per extract and per person. Always start with a low dose to test your reaction. Read product information carefully, as some extracts are not suitable in combination with certain medications. Blood thinners and insulin, for example, can be affected.
Quality and safety
All our extracts are legal in the Netherlands and come with clear usage instructions. These are not medicines and we make no medical claims. Never combine extracts with alcohol or medication without reading the insert first. Our products are intended for adults only. Do you have questions about a specific extract? Contact our customer support or read more on our blog.
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