Adaptogens Restore Body Balance

 

Adaptogens Balance The Body

Adaptogens are used in herbal medicine obtained from medicinal plant materials which are the basics of traditional medicine. Worldwide research into pharmacology some herbal medicines have been translated into modern remedies. Adaptogens can help reduce the stress response and alleviate the negative impact stressors have on the immune system. Consuming adaptogens help restore balance to the entire body often used to relieve anxiety, fatigue reducing cortisol levels boosting immunity. Adaptogens are edible roots, herbs substances like holy basil that help our bodies manage stress restoring balance after stressful circumstances. People take adaptogens as herbal supplements in capsule forms or in powder to be made into smoothies,soups and drank in teas to enhance energy. Holy basil is a herb commonly used to reduce the effects of stress while still improving memory and boosting your body's health in a variety of ways. 

It can help protect the body from infection, protect your stomach, lower cholesterol, ease joint pain, lower blood sugar levels. More recent studies show that it contributes to a healthy immune response thanks to the constituent eugenol shown to have antibacterial, antifungal, demonstrating powerful antioxidant effects on the body. Supplements for holy basil are available in capsule or pill form. The suggested dosage ranges from 300 mg to 2,000 mg per day for general preventive purposes. All parts of the plant can be used in topical ointments, and supplement forms. Make holy basil tea using the leaves and flowers or dried leaf powder. The herb can be used to make freshly brewed tea by placing 2-3 teaspoons of holy basil in one cup of boiling water and then allowing the tea to steep for 6-10 minutes before drinking. This powerful aromatic brew can be made in a teacup or teapot and consumed for its protective properties to help alleviate stress, and anxiety, increasing the ability to think and reason.

Holy basil is a powerful adaptogen that may provide health benefits in the diet as herbal medicines and as oils providing micronutrients such as calcium and vitamin k as well as a range of antioxidants. 

Ashwagandha is a calming adaptogen that supports healthy adrenal function responsible for producing different hormones. Adrenal glands produce hormones that regulate metabolism, the immune system, blood pressure, response to stress, and other essential functions. Ashwagandha is used to relieve fatigue, and anxiety and help restore the immune system by reducing cortisol levels. A respective randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study of the safety and efficiency of high concentrations of full spectrum extract of ashwagandha in reducing stress and anxiety in adults evaluated 64 subjects with a history of chronic stress. Those taking high concentrations of 300 mg ashwagandha full spectrum extract capsules twice per day for 60 days showed a significant reduction in stress assessment scores. The findings of the study suggest high concentrations of full spectrum ashwagandha root safely and effectively improve an individual's resistance towards stress and anxiety thereby improving self assessment quality of life says PubMed.

Rhodiola is an adaptogen best known for its ability to enhance physical energy, increase alertness and memory while reducing overall fatigue. According to recent findings, Rhodiola may be effective for improving symptoms of stress, depression or depression when taken in doses of 400-600 mg when taken in single or divided doses. Today Rhodiola is promoted to increase energy, stamina, strength, and mental capability, improve athletic performance, help resist the effects of stress, help manage depression and anxiety, and restore balance in the body. 

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Patricia Lynn

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