Amazing adaptogens: nature’s stress-fighting secret

Feeling drained, stressed, or out of balance? Adaptogens – nature’s stress-fighting secret – might just be the support your body needs.

Adaptogens are natural substances derived from plants and herbs, that contain active ingredients that help your body adapt to stress and fatigue, balance hormones, and support overall wellbeing. They work by promoting resilience in the body, boosting the immune system, and restoring balance. Adaptogens are available in various forms, including powders, tinctures, teas and capsules.

Examples of adaptogens include:

Ashwagandha
Rhodiola Rosea
Panax Ginseng
Holy Basil (Tulsi)
Maca Root,
Elethero (Siberian Ginseng)
Reishi Mushroom
Cordyceps
Shatavari

Ashwagandha – One of the most well-known adaptogens. Ashwagandha is renowned for reducing stress and anxiety, improving sleep quality, and promoting relaxation.¹ Check out Adapting to stress with Ashwagandha and Everything you need to know about Ashwagandha!.

Rhodiola Rosea – Known for its ability to build stress tolerance. Rhodiola Rosea may improve athletic performance, combat fatigue, and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Panax Ginseng – This powerful adaptogen may enhance immune function, support psychological health, and benefit conditions related to diabetes.²

Holy Basil (Tulsi) – Often called the “queen of herbs”. Holy Basil benefits include reducing stress and anxiety, supporting wound healing, easing inflammation, and lowering of blood pressure.³

Maca Root – A natural antioxidant booster. Maca root may improve learning, memory, and fertility, particularly in men.

Elethero (Siberian Ginseng) – May help to reduce the effects of respiratory infections, increase energy, enhance exercise performance, and reduce fatigue.⁴ Read Siberian Ginseng – like coffee, only better! and Transform your workouts with these natural solutions for more!

Reshi Mushroom – Helps to boost the immune system⁵, reduces fatigue and increases energy, improves mood, and promotes brain health. Read The power of medicinal mushrooms🍄!

Cordyceps – With antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, cordyceps can help to improve how your body uses oxygen during exercise and improve overall physical performance.⁶

Shatavari – Traditionally used to support reproductive health and hormone balance. Another adaptogen referred to as a “queen of herbs” due to it’s specific focus on women’s health. Shatavari may also combat anxiety and depression and alleviate acid reflux due to its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.⁷ Check out Meet Shatavari – the queen of herbs! and Struggling with indigestion or acid reflux? Try Shatavari!.

Always check with your doctor before taking a new supplement or herbal remedy, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have an ongoing medical condition. We cannot advise on the contraindications of specific medications with any of these adaptogens as we are not medically trained. Please refer to your GP.

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