Adaptogens to the rescue. 💗
Adaptogens are one of my favorite categories of herbal medicine for life today. This class of herbs offers deep support for stressful times, bolstering up our vital energy and keeping our hormones balanced. They help the body to adjust to non-specific stressors- physical, mental and emotional stress, such as
🌿 increase our sense of calm
🌿 regulate cortisol (stress hormone)
🌿 regulate various hormonal imbalances that can show up as infertility, pms, pcos, night sweats/hot flashes, irritability & depression
🌿 improve resiliency
🌿 sleep better at night
🌿 have more energy and endurance
🌿 handle stressful situations better
There are so many fabulous adaptogens. And each one affects our system in different ways. Find the one that matches your current concerns and keep a few on hand at home. Here are some of my favorites 💗
| Ashwagandha | Anxiety, fatigue, insomnia, muscles |
| Rhodiola | Emotions, immunity, chronic fatigue |
| Maca | Libido, mood, anxiety |
| Shatavari | Dryness, libido, high emotion |
| Tulsi, holy basil | Mental clarity, immunity, mood |
| Reishi mushroom | Immunity, forgetfulness, insomnia |
💥 Remember 💥 while teas are a great healthful addition to your day, adaptogens often needed to be taken in therapeutic doses for extended periods of time. I typically recommend three months or longer for maximum efficacy. And when you do take them long term, ie longer than three months, take one day off each week to give your body a break.
Adaptogenic herbs can be taken as capsules, tinctures, and decoctions/teas. Morning time is great for a stronger dose to support morning cortisol levels. Afternoon benefits from a smaller dose and evening an even smaller dose. As always, modify individually and reach out for skilled guidance.
Ashwagandha roots