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Madeline Lafontant
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(2022). The Liberator Magazine.
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Adaptogens = Preventive Care
Adaptogens are an adaptive and preventative approach to ensuring long term health of the nervous system. If you are seeking more predictability in your daily circadian rhythm/wake-sleep cycle or assistance in managing any of your tension-to-relaxation transitions, be they physical, chemical, biological, spiritual or psychological in nature, then incorporating adaptogenic herbs into a routine can gently guide you.
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Good health depends on having a healthy and balanced nervous system. Adaptogens have the ability to fix what's wrong, boost what's right, keep or bring the body in balance through adaptive homeostasis, and prevent the body's functions from deteriorating by communicating with your body's neuroendocrine immune system. These types of herbs aid your cognitive functions to enhance endurance which then assist in your mental performance (attention and memory) and physical performance (precision and recovery).
Adaptogenic herbs work on the body as a whole, like a preconditioning process, working in tune with your body and allowing their benefits to build over time, aiding in adaptability, resilience, and survival of a living (neurally active) organism in stress. Adaptogens take about three weeks to get in sync with your body's rhythms. Rotate your adaptogens seasonally, or every six months. For some, a 4-8 weeks-on and 2-4 weeks-off cycle works best on the body. For example, if relaxing and relieving stress is your focus, start off with ashwaganda during the fall and winter then transition to basil during spring and summer. If you are experiencing great mental or physical stress with headaches and in need of sleep, panax ginseng is the best adaptogen for those symptoms. For best results, take your adaptogens before 3 pm to allow effects to work throughout the day. Some adaptogens are more energizing while others are more relaxing. Stay consistent with the time of day you take your adaptogens to experience maximum benefits.
It is important to adapt well to life's daily demands, to avoid excessive anxiety, worry, or depression, and to get sufficient rest and movement. Perhaps the most important thing to remember is that adaptogenic herbs have experienced these things neurally as well (moderate to severe shifting weather/climate conditions, insect attacks, disease, suffocation, poor circulation, etc.), and so they are here on Earth to help our bodies (nerves) build resilience to stress (change) and mitigate its further affects on the body. They are not a cure for stress, and they may not work in extreme or immediate cases of anxiety or severe depression. Furthermore, adaptogens work best in addition to the foundation of a balanced diet and daily adequate hydration. Adaptogens may be your answer to help you learn how to live a more balanced, enegerized, and healthy life.
Which adaptogenic herbs are right for me?
1. Ashwagandha reduces stress and anxiety, revitalizes the body, and slows down the aging process. Below are three ways to take this adaptogen. If you are taking it in capsule form, please take with coconut milk, or a healthy fatty alternative, for better absorption:
Neviss Ashwagandha Gummies (#CommissionsEarned)
Maxx Herb Ashwagandha Liquid Extract (#CommissionsEarned)
Best Earth Naturals Rhodiola Rosea, B Vitamin, Ginger Root, Ashwagandha, & Licorice Capsules (#CommissionsEarned)
2. Rhodiola promotes energy, endurance and stamina:
Gaia Herbs Siberian Rhodiola Root Liquid Extract Phyto-Capsules (#CommissionsEarned)
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3. Holy Basil has been used to treat respiratory disorders such as asthma, mouth infections, heart disorders, and many other imbalances. It is also effective in treatment of diabetes, chronic fatigue, eczema, as well as stress, preserving memory, and weight loss around the abdominal area. It even aids in a good night's rest:
HawaiiPharm Holy Basil Liquid Extract (#CommissionsEarned)
4. American and Asian (Red) Panax Ginseng is great for boosting stamina, working memory, and reaction time. It also aids in promoting nerve calmness and immune system health. Red ginseng is slightly stronger than American ginseng:
Prince of Peace Red Panax Ginseng Liquid Extract (#CommissionsEarned)
MaryRuth Organics Ginseng Liquid Extract (#CommissionsEarned)
NutraChamps Korean Red Panax Ginseng Capsules (#CommissionsEarned)
5. Chaga is great for those who are susceptible to regularly catching the common cold. Chaga assists the immune system in creating more white blood cells, while fighting off bacteria and viruses:
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6. Ginger is known to protect the body from free radicals, reduce inflammation, and improve digestion:
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7. Tumeric is a great brain booster that reduces depression and eases joint pain. Please be advised to take with a meal or with a healthy fat like coconut milk to aid in absorption:
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8. Spirulina is a plant protein that helps remove free radicals from the body and fight against cancer and chronic inflammation. It focuses on blood health by lowering "bad" LCL cholesterol and triglycerides, while raising "good" HDL cholesterol:
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9. Sea Moss is well known for its folate content as well as its thyroid supporting capabilities. It is considered a natural nootropic, which just means it assists in the improvement of memory, concentration, creativity, and focus:
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10. Licorce Root has been found to help regulate cortisol, the stress hormone produced in the adrenal glands. It is also an excellent antiviral, expectorant, and gastrointestinal remedy:
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11. Maca is a stimulant adaptogen herb that enhances body stamina. Known to be a hormone balancer, it balances the body hormone by controlling the functioning of the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus (the endocrine system). Maca can contribute to mental relaxation and will aid in sleep:
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12. Moringa has a stabilizing effect on blood sugar levels, especially in cases of diabetes. The leaves of the tree contain amino acids, vitamins, and iron that can be converted into serotonin providing you with mood stablity and healthy sleep:
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* This article is for informational purposes only and is not meant to offer medical advice.
References:
• "Evolution of the Adaptogenic Concept From Traditional Use to Medical Systems: Pharmacology of Stress‐ and Aging‐Related Diseases" (2021).
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