QUESTION

Hi Akin, I hope this message finds you well! If an herb can not be found in its natural state (leaf or root), can we still consume it in a form of capsule? For instance, I saw your tweet about gymnema but I can only find it in capsulte. Would it still be effective? Thank you and kind regards

ANSWER

Herbs, much like other foods (fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds), are most potent when fresh. Fresh herbs are alive. They are full of enzymes (enzymatic activity), which act as a de...