Daniel Powers, MS

Daniel is the founder of The Botanical Institute. He has a Master of Science in Herbal Medicine (with a focus on herbal formulation) from the Maryland University of Integrative Health.

His passion is in finding the intersection between traditional herbal usage and modern scientific research. It may seem shocking, but oftentimes ancient man has a better understanding of how herbal medicine works than modern-day researchers! His goal is to thread the needle between traditional knowledge and modern breakthroughs.

When Daniel is not reading and writing about herbal medicine, he enjoys spending time with his wife Rachel and three young daughters (Gwen, Vivian, and Franklyn). He lives on an organic herb farm where he has unlimited access to play & experiment with herbs.


Articles by Daniel:

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The Best Nattokinase Supplement | 2023 Complete Guide

Nattokinase supplements have become popular in recent years due to their various purported health benefits for cardiovascular and circulatory health. Nattokinase is an enzyme derived …

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The 5 Best Herbs for Weight Loss

Weight loss can be a great way to manage your overall health, especially if you want to reduce your risk of diabetes or heart complications. …

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The Best Tongkat Ali Supplements

Tongkat Ali supplements are becoming more and more popular these days, especially for men looking to enhance testosterone, sexual function, and physical performance. As an …

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Tongkat Ali Dosage: The Complete Guide

Tongkat Ali is a widely-used medicinal herb with a long history of use for libido, fevers, infections, and digestive problems.  Today, Tongkat Ali is primarily …

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3 Nattokinase Benefits: Dosage & Safety

Nattokinase is a potent enzyme that has a range of potential health benefits. Nattokinase is popular in Asia and is used for heart health. In …

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