Adaptogens To Boost Fall Energy & Immune System
My favorite things about fall are being outdoors in the crisp weather, sleeping with windows open, and yes, a spectacular multicolor display of foliage. With the approach of fall, I tend to look inward and change my pace to match the season.
While a healthy lifestyle is an integral part of overall health fitness and
ability to resist illness, adaptogenic herbs and herbal teas can help you when you’re feeling exhausted, fatigued or stressed. These healing plants have the ability to balance and restore the body’s natural ability to handle stress by regulating the adrenal system, which is responsible for controlling how the hormones respond to stress.
They can also help regulate fasting blood sugar, enhance overall well being, and stimulating the immune system. One study showed higher doses of certain adaptogens could also lessen symptoms of Raynauds phenomenon compared with placebo.
Adaptogens don’t just target a specific body part; they help your entire body gently cope with stress, anxiety, and fatigue and maximize the level of your energy without having to put much effort into it. Extra support can help your body transition into the seasonal change of fall.
Some adaptogen herbs are associated with boosting your energy levels, mood, and immune system:
Ashwagandha (Also known as ”Indian ginseng”, and botanically closer related to tomatoes and potatoes.)
Rhodiola
Holy basil
Licorice root
Ginseng – red or white (Note: “Siberian” or “Russian” ginseng also known as Eleutherococcus senticosus (eleuthero) Rupr. Ex Maxim contains different constituents than red or white ginseng)
Incorporating these adaptogenic herbs into your daily routine can help you feel calmer, less exhausted, and more focused.
Coffee isn’t the only option to boost you when you need energy anymore. Herbal teas are the new natural drink that provides a boost in energy levels without the risk of stimulants and processed ingredients.
Try these two different types of herbal teas commonly used for this purpose.
Green Tea has many benefits such as anti-aging and fighting free radicals. It is loaded with the antioxidant catechin, which helps to fight damage in body cells.
Rooibos Tea is another type of tea that helps to fight fatigue and raise the levels of energy. This refreshing red tea is loaded with antioxidants such as aspalathin, which is known to regulate the adrenal hormones, helping to reduce stress while keeping energy levels high.
Adding these all-natural herbs and teas to your daily diet can help you a great deal with keeping your energy levels high while you work through your busy routine. Of course, the basics of clean eating, sufficient restful sleep, and hydration are the foundation of optimal health.
Please check with your doctor when considering and before taking adaptogens to be sure they are compatible with your conditions and/ or medications.
As supplements are not regulated by the FDA, be sure to ask which products contain the appropriate amount of compounds to be effective. Also, important is to know if a particular product contains heavy metals or other contaminants.
Have questions? Just ask!
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