What is the difference between an extract and a powder of the same compound?
An extract is a concentrated form of a compound, where the active portion of the plant or herb has been “extracted” and concentrated. A powder is just the plant or herb crushed up until it’s a dusty powder. You will see in my product reviews that I am very critical of products that use powders, and for good reason. There are huge differences between the quality and potency of herbs on the market, even if they have the same name. Imagine if the government required cars to list their ingredients. A Ferrari would come with a label that says 4 tires, one trunk, one steering wheel, and one engine. The label for a Toyota would also say 4 tires, one trunk, one steering wheel, and one engine. But as we know, the difference is dramatic! The same holds true with herbal compounds. Most companies are out for a fast buck and use the cheapest ingredients they can find, figuring they will maximize profits that way. Actually, just the opposite is true. By spending the extra money to give the consumer
