Herbs by Body System: Herbal Support Guide by Wellness Category

Explore Herbs Traditionally Used for Different Body Systems

Discover herbs organized by body system, including digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, nervous, urinary, immune, and other areas of wellness. Explore traditional herbal uses and learn how different herbs have been studied and used throughout history to support various aspects of health and well-being.

Herbs by Body System

Digestive System
Nervous System
Respiratory System
Cardiovascular System
Muscular System
Skeletal System
Urinary System
Immune System
Lymphatic System
Endocrine System
Reproductive System
Hepatic System (Liver & Gallbladder)
Integumentary System (Hair & Skin)

The herbs listed for each body system are not intended to be a complete or exhaustive reference. Instead, they highlight some of the most commonly used herbs associated with supporting each body system. For more detailed information on individual herbs, including their traditional uses and benefits, refer to the God's Way Herbs A–Z Herbs Bible.

Herbs by Body System: Herbal Support Guide by Wellness Category

Digestive System Herbs

Breaks down food and absorbs nutrients

Ginger
Peppermint
Fennel
Chamomile
Dandelion
Licorice Root
Turmeric
Marshmallow Root

Nervous System Herbs

Supports communication between the brain, spinal cord, and body

Lavender
Lemon Balm
Valerian
Passionflower
Skullcap
Ashwagandha
Rhodiola
Holy Basil (Tulsi)

Respiratory System Herbs

Supports breathing and oxygen exchange

Thyme
Eucalyptus
Mullein
Elderberry
Licorice Root
Horehound
Elecampane
Osha Root

Cardiovascular System Herbs

Circulates blood, oxygen, and nutrients

Hawthorn
Garlic
Ginger
Cayenne
Ginkgo Biloba
Olive Leaf
Hibiscus
Motherwort

Musculoskeletal System Herbs

Supports muscles, bones, joints, cartilage, ligaments, and structural wellness

Arnica
Turmeric
Boswellia
Devil’s Claw
Ginger
Willow Bark
Cayenne
Comfrey

Urinary System Herbs

Supports waste removal and fluid balance

Nettle
Cranberry
Dandelion
Uva Ursi
Corn Silk
Horsetail
Parsley
Juniper

Immune System Herbs

Supports the body's natural defense system

Echinacea
Elderberry
Astragalus
Andrographis
Garlic (although not alkaline)
Ginger
Turmeric
Reishi

Lymphatic System Herbs

Supports lymph flow, cleansing pathways, and immune function

Cleavers
Red Clover
Calendula
Echinacea
Dandelion
Burdock Root
Poke Root
Violet Leaf

Endocrine System Herbs

Supports hormone balance and glandular function

Ashwagandha
Maca Root
Holy Basil (Tulsi)
Licorice Root
Rhodiola
Fenugreek
Shatavari
Chaste Tree Berry (Vitex)

Reproductive System Herbs

Supports reproductive wellness and hormonal health

Red Raspberry Leaf
Dong Quai
Maca Root
Vitex (Chaste Tree Berry)
Saw Palmetto
Tribulus
Damiana
Shatavari

Hepatic System (Liver & Gallbladder) Herbs

Supports liver function, digestion, and natural cleansing processes

Milk Thistle
Dandelion Root
Burdock Root
Artichoke Leaf
Turmeric
Schisandra
Yellow Dock
Chicory Root

Integumentary System (Hair & Skin) Herbs

Supports healthy skin, hair, and external wellness

Aloe Vera
Calendula
Neem
Bamboo
Horsetail
Nettle
Rosemary
Burdock Root
Lavender

Herbal Supplements by Body System

The following supplements are recommended God's Way Herbs herbal supplements and natural herbal body care products based on the number of herbs each herbal formula contains from the Herbs by Body System listings above.