Bioactive herbal extracts

Both brands use gentle extraction methods. Let's read about them...

Oils from wild oregano, sage, cumin and other herbs were commonly used in folk medicine to promote respiratory health, for colds or to maintain healthy skin.

These extracts also contain terpenes and flavonoids, which contribute to their characteristic properties and wide range of uses in traditional herbal health care.

North American Herb & Spice uses two main extraction methods in the production of its products: steam distillation and supercritical CO₂ extraction.

• Steam distillation: this traditional method is used to extract essential oils from wild herbs such as oregano and others. The process uses steam to gently release the bioactive substances without the use of chemicals or solvents. This preserves the high quality and natural composition of the oils, which retain their therapeutic properties.

• Supercritical CO₂ extraction: this advanced technology uses compressed carbon dioxide at low temperatures, allowing the gentle extraction of all bioactive components from plants without damaging them. The result is a pure, concentrated extract that is free of any residual solvents. This method is ideal for sensitive compounds such as terpenes and cannabinoids that can be degraded by other methods.

Through these methods, North American Herb & Spice can guarantee that their products are pure, effective and retain the full spectrum of beneficial ingredients from natural sources.

Botanicals for Life focuses on producing high quality herbal extracts that are derived from organically grown or wildcrafted plants.

Botanicals for Life uses a unique triple extraction method that ensures maximum preservation of key nutrients from plants.

• This process begins with alcohol extraction, which allows for the efficient extraction of bioactive substances such as flavonoids and some antioxidants that dissolve well in alcohol.
• This is followed by extraction using cold water, which ensures the gentle extraction of thermolabile components such as enzymes and some vitamins that could be degraded at higher temperatures.
• In the third stage, the alcohol is removed by evaporation and replaced by glycerin, which acts as a natural preservative with a low glycemic index.

Thanks to this method, the extracts are stable, alcohol-free and full of bioactive substances, which guarantees the high quality and effectiveness of the final product.

The main herbs they use include echinacea, elderberry, olive leaves and acerola. Traditionally, these plants have been used to support the immune system, protect cells from oxidative stress, and promote the overall vitality of the body.