Adaptogens - Antioxidants From Mother Nature.

Adaptogens were first studied by a Russian scientist named Nikolai Lazareu in the 1940's. Lazareu believed that adapotogens could put organisms into a state of "heightened resistance", allowing them to better withstand physical and mental stress.

Adaptogens by definition include these following characteristics at a minimum.

Adaptogens must be protective.
Boost recovery.
Must be harmless or non-toxic.

Adaptogens primarily are made from three types of plants rhodiola rosea, eleutherococcus and schisandra chinensis.

Adaptogens charicteristicly have a normalizing affect on the body and posses a wide range of therapeutic benefits, among reported benefits of adaptogens are increased immunity defenses, enhanced energy, accelerated healing from respiratory infections, improved nerve functions, blood pressure and blood sugar regulation

Adaptogens and how they work is somewhat difficult to explain and by their nature they work differently for everyone. Because adaptogens work to normalize or balance the body as a whole, what works for on person may not work for another for instance, adaptogens can revitalize or stimulate one person while calming or relaxing another.

The following herbal supplements and teas have demonstrated adaptogen qualities as mentioned above.

Ginseng - is considered a class a adaptogen, that has been used by the Chinese for over 5 thousand years and revere it as a cure all.

Suma - Also known as "Para Todo" meaning "for Everything" it is also referred to by the name Brazilian ginseng - a herb that helps enhance the body's reaction to stress, improves resistance against infection and keeps the body running in peak condition.

Astralagus - modern research has discovered that astralagus has a powerful effect on immune function and is used in herbal formulas designed to restore energy and stamina.

Wu - Wei - Tzu also known as schisandra has shown the ability to fortify and strengthen the body, enhancing resistance to disease and stress.

Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera) - Used by Ayurvedic healers say that Ashwagandha can improve sex drive and the ability to maintain an erection.

Cordyceps (Cordyceps Sinensis) - An Ancient Chinese tonic herb traditionally used to fight fatigue and promote vitality. Chinese researchers report that older people who take this herb fell stronger and more energetic.

ES - Eleutherococcus Senticosus, used by many of Russian elite during the cold war - Athletes, politicians and even chess players. This extract was reported to increase endurance, mental accuaty, etc.

What are Antioxidants?

Anitoxidant Glutathione

Antioxidant Polyphenols

Red wine extract

Natures Pharmacy.

Herb Ginkgo Biloba

Herb Ginseng

Green Tea also known as Chinese Tea

Rooibos or Red Bush Tea (The herbal alternative to Green Tea)

Brewer's Yeast Natures Multivitamin and More.