Q: What Vitamins & Minerals Are In Common Herbs?

A: Here is an idea of the vitamins & minerals in many common herbs. We use many of these herbs in our herbal multivitamin and mineral formulas. Original Herbal Minerals is our herbal prenatal vitamin, Blue Green Minerals is our best-selling herbal multivitamin with blue-green algae, calcium, and magnesium, and Tri-Iron is our plant-based iron supplement. All three taste delicious and are easy to dose. 
Top Nutrient-Rich Herbs and Their Vitamins & Minerals

V = Vitamin   M = Mineral

* This table is for informational and educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Herbs High in Vitamin A

Important in bone and teeth formation. Supports skin health, vision, and immune function.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, borage leaves, burdock root, cayenne, chickweed, eyebright, fennel seed, hops, horsetail, kelp, lemongrass, mullein, nettle, oat straw, paprika, parsley, peppermint, plantain, raspberry leaves, red clover, rose hips, sage, uva ursi, violet leaves, watercress, yellow dock.

Herbs with Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)

Promotes growth, improves mental attitude, aids digestion, helps strengthen the nervous system, and manage stress.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, bladder wrack, burdock root, catnip, cayenne, chamomile, chickweed, eyebright, fennel seed, fenugreek, hops, nettle, oat straw, parsley, peppermint, raspberry leaves, red clover, rose hips, sage, yarrow, and yellow dock.

Herbs containing B2 (Riboflavin)

Needed for red blood cell formation, aids growth and reproduction, promotes hair, skin, and nail growth. Important in eye health.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, bladder wrack, burdock root, catnip, cayenne, chamomile, chickweed, eyebright, fennel seed, fenugreek, ginseng, hops, horsetail, mullein, nettle, oat straw, parsley, peppermint, raspberry leaves, red clover, rose hips, sage, yellow dock.

Herbal sources of B3(Niacin)

Essential for proper circulation and healthy skin. Increases energy, aids digestion, and helps support migraines.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, burdock root, catnip, cayenne, chamomile, chickweed, eyebright, fennel seed, hops, licorice, mullein, nettle, oat straw, parsley, peppermint, raspberry leaf, red clover, rose hips, slippery elm, yellow dock.

Herbs with B5 (Panothenic Acid)

Enhances stamina, supports anemia, helps wounds heal, fights infection, and strengthens the immune system.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, burdock root, nettle, yellow dock.

Herbal sources of Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

Needed to produce hydrochloric acid. Aids in the absorption of fats and protein. Mildly diuretic, helps support kidney health. Helpful in treating allergies, arthritis, and asthma.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, catnip, oat straw.

Herbs high in B12 (cyanocobalamin)

Helps support against anemia. Protects the nervous system, improves concentration, aids digestion.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, bladder wrack, hops.

Herbs with Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)

Helps calcium and iron formation.Supports cell health and immunity. Aids in the production of anti-stress hormones—antioxidant required for proper tissue growth and repair, and adrenal gland function.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, burdock root, cayenne, chickweed, eyebright, fennel seed, fenugreek, hops, horsetail, kelp, peppermint, mullein, nettle, oat straw, paprika, parsley, pine needle, plantain, raspberry leaf, red clover, rose hips, skullcap, violet leaves, yarrow, yellow dock.

Plant-based sources of Vitamin D

Essential for calcium and phosphorus utilization. Prevents rickets. Needed for the normal growth of bones and teeth. Helps regulate the heartbeat. Supports immunity. Aids thyroid function and blood clotting.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, horsetail, nettle, parsley.

Herbs containing Vitamin E

Antioxidant which helps support the immune system, cell health, and heart. Supports cell health. Reduces blood pressure and promotes healthy skin and hair.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, bladder wrack, dandelion, dong quai, flaxseed, nettle, oat straw, raspberry leaf, rose hips.

Herbs with Vitamin K

Promotes healthy liver function. Helps bone formation and repair. Increases longevity.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, green tea, kelp, nettle, oat straw, shepherd's purse.

MINERALS:
Plant-based sources of Calcium

Builds and protects bones and teeth. Helps maintain a regular heartbeat. Helps with muscle cramping.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, burdock root, cayenne, chamomile, chickweed, chicory, dandelion, eyebright, fennel seed, fenugreek, flaxseed, hops, horsetail, kelp, lemongrass, mullein, nettle, oat straw, paprika, parsley, peppermint, plantain, raspberry leaf, red clover, rose hips, shepherd's purse, violet leaves, yarrow, yellow dock.

Herbs rich in Chromium

Vital in the synthesis of glucose and the metabolism of cholesterol, fats, and proteins. Maintains blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
HERBAL SOURCES: Catnip, horsetail, licorice, nettle, oat straw, red clover, sarsaparilla, wild yam, yarrow.

Herbs with Copper

Converts iron to hemoglobin. Protects against anemia. Needed for healthy bones and joints.
HERBAL SOURCES: Sheep sorrel.

Herbs containing Geranium

Helps fight pain, detoxify the body, and keep the immune system functioning properly.
HERBAL SOURCES: Aloe vera, comfrey, ginseng, suma.

Herbal sources of Iodine

Needed in trace amounts for a healthy thyroid gland, and to help metabolize excess fat.
HERBAL SOURCES: Calendula, tarragon leaves, turkey rhubarb.

Plane-based Iron Sources

Essential for metabolism and the production of hemoglobin.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, burdock root, catnip, cayenne, chamomile, chickweed, chicory, dandelion, dong quai, eyebright, fennel seed, fenugreek, horsetail, kelp, lemongrass, licorice, milk thistle seed, mullein, nettle, oatstraw, paprika, parsley, peppermint, plantain, raspberry leaf, rose hips, sarsaparilla, shepherd's purse, uva ursi, yellow dock.

Herbs with Magnesium

Supports healthy soft tissue. Helps reduce and dissolve calcium phosphate kidney stones. Helps support prenatal development. Improves the cardiovascular system.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, bladder wrack, catnip, cayenne, chamomile, chickweed, dandelion, eyebright, fennel, fenugreek, hops, horsetail, lemongrass, licorice, mullein, nettle, oat straw, paprika, parsley, peppermint, raspberry leaf, red clover, sage, shepherd's purse, yarrow, yellow dock.

Herbs containing Maganese

Minute quantities of this mineral are needed for healthy nerves, blood sugar regulation, normal bone growth, and thyroid hormone production.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, burdock root, catnip, chamomile, chickweed, dandelion, eyebright, fennel seed, fenugreek, ginseng, hops, horsetail, lemongrass, mullein, parsley, peppermint, raspberry leaf, red clover, rose hip, wild yam, yarrow, yellow dock.

Herbs high in Molybdenum

Small amounts of this mineral are required for nitrogen metabolism. Supports bone growth and strengthens teeth.
HERBAL SOURCES: Red clover blossoms.

Herbs containing Phosphorus

Needed for teeth and bone formation, nerve impulse transfer, normal heart rhythm, and kidney function.
HERBAL SOURCES: Burdock root, turkey rhubarb, slippery elm bark.

Herbal sources of Potassium

Regulates water balance and muscle function. Important for the health of the nervous system and a regular heart rhythm.
HERBAL SOURCES: Catnip, hops, horsetail, nettle, plantain, red clover, sage, skullcap.

Plant-based sources of Selenium

Provides an important trace element for the prostate gland in males. Supports the immune system and thyroid.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, burdock root, catnip, cayenne, chamomile, chickweed, fennel seed, ginseng, garlic, hawthorn berry, hops, horsetail, lemongrass, milk thistle, nettle, oat straw, parsley, peppermint, raspberry leaf, rose hips, sarsaparilla, uva ursi, yarrow, yellow dock.

Herbs containing Sulfer

This mineral helps skin and hair. Fights bacterial infection. Aids liver function. Disinfects blood. Protects against toxic substances.
HERBAL SOURCES: Horsetail.

Herbs with Vanadium

Needed for cellular metabolism and the formation of bones and teeth. Improves insulin utilization.
HERBAL SOURCES: Dill.

Plant-based sources of Zinc

Promotes growth and mental alertness. Accelerates healing. Regulates oil glands. Promotes a healthy immune system and wound healing.
HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, burdock root, cayenne, chamomile, chickweed, dandelion, eyebright, fennel seed, hops, milk thistle, mullein, nettle, parsley, rose hips, sage, sarsaparilla, skullcap, wild yam.

We use many of these herbs in our liquid herbal multi-vitamin & mineral formulas. Check them all out here

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