HY-C By Nature's Sunshine Overview & Drug Interactions

Supplement: HY-C by Nature's Sunshine

This product contains

• concentrated extract of Eucommia

  Ingredient Group	Eucommia ulmoides
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Glehnia

  Ingredient Group	Glehnia littoralis
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Rehmannia

  Ingredient Group	Rehmannia
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Ophiopogon

  Ingredient Group	Dwarf lilyturf
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Pueraria

  Description:

  Kudzu (Pueraria lobata) is a climbing vine native to Southeast Asia. It is known for its ability to grow rapidly and is considered an invasive species in some areas because it can overtake and smother native vegetation. Kudzu has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine, where it is known as "ge gen." It is believed to have a number of medicinal properties, such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and cholesterol-lowering effects. Some studies have suggested that it may be helpful in reducing blood pressure and improving blood flow to the brain. Additionally, as a dietary supplement, it is often marketed for liver health and there is some evidence to suggest that kudzu may have potential benefits for people with alcoholism by helping to reduce alcohol cravings.

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  Ingredient Group	Kudzu
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Trichosanthes

  Description:

  Chinese cucumber, also known as "Chinese long cucumber" or "snake cucumber," is a type of cucumber cultivar popular in Asian cuisine. It is characterized by its elongated and slender shape, often reaching lengths of over a foot. With a mild and refreshing flavor, Chinese cucumbers are commonly used in salads, stir-fries, pickles, and cold dishes in various Asian culinary traditions.

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  Ingredient Group	Chinese Cucumber
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Achyranthes

  Ingredient Group	Achyranthes bidentata
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Alisma

  Ingredient Group	Water Plantain
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Anemarrhena

  Ingredient Group	Anemarrhena
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Asparagus

  Description:

  Asparagus officinalis, commonly known as asparagus, is a perennial plant native to central and southern Europe, the Middle East, western Siberia, and northern Africa. It grows to heights of 30-150 cm and is widely cultivated as a vegetable. Asparagus has been part of the human diet for over 2000 years and possibly much longer. Its shoots or "spears," rhizome, root, and juice are used for food and medicine. Asparagus is a good source of fiber, folic acid, vitamin C, vitamin E, and vitamin B6, as well as minerals like copper, iron, zinc, manganese, calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, and phosphorous. It contains flavonoids, hydroxycinnamic acids, oligosaccharides, amino acids, carotenoids, sulfur compounds, steroidal saponins, sterols, and fructans. After ingestion, asparagus produces a distinctive odor in urine due to volatile organic components like asparagusic acid. Asparagus extracts have shown various effects in studies, including anti-allergy, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiviral, antioxidant, cholesterol-lowering, diuretic, hepatic, hypotensive, immunostimulatory, and weight-modifying effects. However, some of its constituents, particularly saponins, can irritate mucous membranes and be cytotoxic.

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  Ingredient Group	Asparagus
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Hoelen Sclerotium

  Ingredient Group	Poria mushroom
  Category	other

  
  

  Moutan

  Description:

  Peonies are flowering plants that belong to the genus Paeonia, which is part of the family Paeoniaceae. They are native to Asia, Europe, and western North America. Peonies are known for their large flowers, which come in a range of colors including white, pink, red, and yellow. Peonies, specifically the roots of the plant, have been historically used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for a variety of purposes, including as an antipyretic and an anti-inflammatory agent. It has also been used as a natural remedy for anxiety and stress. The flower and seeds of the plant have also been used medicinally.

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  Ingredient Group	Peony
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Cornus

  Description:

  Cornus florida, or flowering dogwood, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America, known for its showy white or pink spring flowers. Its bark is rarely used in medicine. The tree grows 15-30 feet tall with a spreading crown and red berries in late summer, attracting birds. Its oval leaves turn vibrant red in autumn. Popular in landscaping for its beauty and adaptability, Cornus florida's bark may have antiparasitic effects, including antimalarial properties comparable to quinine and sulfadiazine. It also destroys snails carrying the tropical parasite Schistosoma. A methanol extract of its bark can inhibit heart activity, even stopping the heartbeat at high doses. The use of American dogwood in dietary supplements is uncommon.

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  Ingredient Group	American Dogwood
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Licorice

  Description:

  Licorice, also known as glycyrrhiza, is a plant native to parts of Europe, Asia, and the Mediterranean region. The root of the plant has been used for centuries in traditional medicine and is often consumed in the form of candy, tea, and supplements. Licorice has a number of purported health benefits, including the ability to soothe sore throats, reduce inflammation, and improve digestive problems. It may also have antiviral and antibacterial properties. Licorice naturally contains glycyrrhizin, or glycyrrhizic acid, which can have toxic effects if consumed in large amounts. However, licorice can be processed to remove glycyrrhizin, resulting in DGL (deglycyrrhizinated licorice). Many dietary supplements that contain deglycyrrhizinated licorice are often simply named 'DGL'.

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  Ingredient Group	Chinese Licorice
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Phellodendron

  Ingredient Group	Phellodenfron
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Schizandra

  Description:

  Schisandra is a plant that is native to parts of Asia, and is known for its small, red berries. These berries are often dried and sold as a dietary supplement to be used as a natural remedy for a wide range of health conditions, including fatigue, anxiety, and respiratory problems. Some people also use schisandra to improve sleep quality and reduce the symptoms of menopause. It is considered an 'adaptogen', which is believed to help the body adapt to stress.

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  Ingredient Group	Schisandra
  Category	botanical

  
  

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