Adaptogens: The Secret to Amazing Stress Relief
Have you heard the word adaptogens? If you have, or have not, I am going to share an article written by Barbara Christain. She explains what they are and what wonderful things they can do to help our body with stress.
When we say we are “stressed out” or “it’s just stress” do we really understand what is happening inside, and that ”stress” is causing so many problems in regard to a healthy life?
Let’s begin with What are Adaptogens?
They are specific herbs that make your body more resistant to stress, the effects of cortisol, which is a stress hormone, and can help lower anxiety and the negative effects that come with it.
How Does Stress Affect Your Body?
When you are stressed, you release cortisol. Your heart begins to race, and then you can follow with fatigue, headaches, high blood pressure, chest pain, digestive problems, weakened immune system, weight gain, physical pain and inflammation. If that’s not enough you can become depressed, withdrawn, mentally exhausted, brain fog, trouble sleeping and irritability. Are you experiencing any of these symptoms? I sure am!
How Do Adaptogens Work?
When your stress hormones are too high, you will feel anxiety taking over. This is even worse if your hormones that help you feel calm are too low. Adaptogens help you deal with stress by lowering negative hormones and boosting positive brain chemicals. They help keep your body’s systems in balance.
What Are the Benefits of Adaptogens?
With good habits of movement and trying to get enough sleep by going to bed on time, you can turn the table on anxiety. The following are the benefits.
-Higher energy levels
-Fewer sad days or panic attacks
-Increased positive feelings
-Stronger immune system
-Improved mental focus and endurance
-Better physical stamina
-Lower blood pressure
-Less weight gain
What Are the Best Adaptogens for Your Mood?
ASHWAGANDHA: Promotes feelings of wellbeing
RHODIOLA ROSEA: Helps with mental fatigue and physical tiredness
CORDYCEPS: Endurance
LICORICE ROOT: Feeling calm and relaxed
SIBERIAN GINSENG: More energy
HOLY BASIL: Helps you deal with stress, anxiety, and depression
TURMERIC: Decreases inflammation, increases your ability to focus, and decreases stress
ASTRAGALUS ROOT: Helps with physical, mental, and emotional stress.
No supplement can alleviate all your stress. You have to be an active participant in caring for yourself in times of stress by knowing ways to calm yourself and using an adaptogen to support your body in that response to the stress.
At Beeing Well, we have a few different supplements that are specific to supporting you in a stress response. If you are in need, come in so we can test and see which one is best for you!