Malpighia glabra vs Korean Pine Needle

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Malpighia glabra

Antioxidant

Pinus koraiensis

Antioxidant

Description

Tropical American shrub with one of the highest natural vitamin C contents; antioxidant and immune support.

Pine needles used in Korean folk medicine as a tonic for longevity, cold prevention, and circulation.

Active Compounds

vitamin C (ascorbic acid), anthocyanins, flavonoids, carotenoids, proanthocyanidins

alpha-pinene, limonene, vitamin C, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

scurvy prevention, immune support, antioxidant, skin health, fatigue

cold prevention, fatigue, circulation, longevity tonic

Modern Uses

vitamin C supplement, antioxidant, immunostimulant, collagen support

antioxidant, antimicrobial, circulatory

Adult Dosage

100-500mg vitamin C from acerola 2x/day; fresh fruit

5-15g needles as tea daily

Contraindications

kidney stones (high vitamin C), hyperoxaluria

turpentine allergy

Side Effects

GI upset with high doses, kidney stones with excess

rare: mild nausea

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E