Bulb

Ingredients

Bulb is a botanical plant part consisting of a short underground stem surrounded by fleshy, nutrient-storing leaf bases. Bulbs are found in plants such as garlic (Allium sativum), onion (Allium cepa), and other Allium species. The nutritional and active compounds depend entirely on the specific plant used. For supplements, the exact botanical name, plant part, extract form, and concentration should be checked on the product label.
Bulb refers to a specialized part of certain plants that stores nutrients and energy for future growth. In botanical supplements, the term may describe the bulb of a specific plant, such as garlic, onion, or another member of the Allium family.

Plant bulbs can contain a variety of naturally occurring nutrients and phytochemicals. For example, garlic bulbs contain sulfur-containing compounds, while onion bulbs provide compounds such as flavonoids and sulfur compounds. However, the composition varies considerably between different plant species and varieties.

In dietary supplements, bulb ingredients may be provided as whole bulb powder, dried bulb, concentrated extract, aged extract, oil, or standardized botanical preparation. The exact active compounds and concentration depend on the source plant and processing method.

Because “Bulb” alone does not identify a particular plant, consumers should check the supplement label for the botanical name, plant part, extract ratio, standardization, serving size, and other ingredients.