Adaptogenic Herbs

Adaptogenic Herbs

Caffeine, sugar, alcohol, unhealthy snacks, pharmesuticals and  are the world wide remedies to dealing with stress in a unhealthy way. They work for a minute, and then adhere the crash of head ache, anxiety, dehydration, and irritation. Ending in health issues. Adaptogens are the healthier long lasting beneficial way of fixing these stressors.

Soo.. What are Adaptogenic herb?

All these crazy herb names make people think I am into voodoo healing rituals, but really it’s the best healer out there for me. My results have come so far! Adaptogens are what they sound like. They help the body adapt, adjust, and reset itself depending on your emotional and physical atmosphere. They adapt to your emotions bringing you up if you need energy, and down if you need to rest. They are a herbal remedy for healing our adrenal system, which is the captain for managing our bodies hormones reaction to stress. The herbs guide the body to assists its needs while dealing with every day stress whether it be work deadlines or lack of sleep. Each herb is used for different treatments, and have been used for medicinal reasons for thousands of years in India and Chinese cultures.  

For real? Yes For REAL

Adaptogens relieve stress by inflecting  the release of stress hormones from adrenal glands. If your adrenal glands are off in levels, it can be so hard to control your anxiety, depression, happiness, and reactions to situations. Adaptogens work at a molecular level by regulating a state of balance in the hypothalamic, pituitary, and adrenal glands. Basically, they hack your stress response in the body. Stress causes so much physical change in the body, including harming the neurological, endocrine, and immune systems. Researchers have found they have several effects on the body: neuroprotective elements, anti-fatigue properties, anti-depressive effects, stimulant for central nervous system. They increase mental work capacity, enhance attention, and prevent stress and fatigue.

The good thing is.. Adaptogens have stimulant properties that help over power those harmful effects and leave you feeling like a piece of gold.

Adaptogens are especially effective with a combination of healthy habits. Add them to your smoothies or shakes in the morning! In the next few weeks I will be filling vegan capsules with my favorite combination of herbs! 

 Make your happiness a lifestyle.  Eat your greens, mediate, yoga every damn day, do your thing, and find what brings you to your flow state.

My Go To herbs.

Ashwagandha – She is  the Queen Healer*

Rhodiola Rosea- She stimulates the nervous system, over riding any fatigue or sadness, enhancing my work performance, preventing me from getting sick!

Schisandra- Ultimate Super Berry! 5 flavored berry, helps with longevity and overall vitality. It helps keep your cells healthy. It is one of the most protective of all medicinal plants , improves energy and mental health! She's a winner!
Reichi: My favorite for getting a good night of sleep! I will make a little sleep tonic, add a tsp to a hot cup of tea with honey, and a dash of almond milk. It helps promote healthy sleep through the entirety of the night, and promotes a healthy immune system. 

Amla- The Indian gooseberry. Oh my! Sweet, sour, and pungent. A lot of vitamin C, iron, calcium. It makes your skin glow, and stay hydrated! Beauty Balm! It is filled with antioxidants that are effective in reducing cell damage which reduces free radicals that can cause disease and stress in the body.  

Triphala – consists of three herbs (haritaki, bibkitaki, and amla). It balances all doshas, prevents inflammation, and constipation. Protects the body from certain cancers. It helps prevent dental disease.

Shatavari Root: A member of the asparagus familia. This root supports woman in every stage of their life. It helps with womans female reproductive system and longevity. It is a natural aphrodisiac, promotes digestion and immune support.

Epimedium Sagittatum- This little number, enhances libido in men and woman. It also helps men with sexual function. It can help relieve symptoms of PMS and menopause in woman.

Sources

Where to buy: https://moonjuice.com/
https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/

https://www.indigo-herbs.co.uk/natural-health-guide/benefits/shatavari

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/triphala#section3

https://www.pukkaherbs.com/your-wellbeing/stories/plants/adaptogen-herbs-nature-s-remarkable-rejuvenators/

https://www.healthline.com/health/adaptogenic-herbs