Herbal ‘family’ PURGES uncontrollable STRESS

This is the year you’ve told yourself you’re NOT going to let it control you…

And that you WON’T let it get the best of you…

But no matter much you try to keep yourself cool, calm, and collected…

There’s no way to ever completely escape STRESS.

Your job, your family, and even difficult life events can all be stressful. But it’s HOW your body responds to stress that can make-or-break its impact your health and well-being.

And when your body’s natural stress defenses aren’t properly shored up, it can dampen your immune system and put you at an increased risk of disease.

Today I’m going to show you how a time-tested herbal ‘family’ can prep you for those uncontrollable stressors and keep your body – and mind – healthy all year long.

Adaptogens are components found in herbal medicines. They are known to promote overall well-being and increase resilience to stressors.

They do not PREVENT stress… but studies have found they can help improve the way your body responds physically to stress.

If you recall a time you were stressed, you probably experienced certain physical sensations that come with it.

This is actually your body’s stress response – a release of stress hormones that result in physiological changes like increased heart rate or blood pressure.

You’ve maybe heard referred to as fight-or-flight response – which is completely normal for occasional stress.

But when stress is too overwhelming or happens too often, your internal stress hormones don’t properly work. This can cause your immune response to go HAYWIRE – increasing your risk of both short and long-term illness and disease.

BUT incorporating adaptogens can help your body overcome that.

Adaptogens come in all kinds of forms – including teas, capsules, and powders that can be added to foods.

Ashwagandha, maca, and even licorice are all classified as adaptogens. There’s also tulsi – aka “holy basil” – which not only helps reduce stress, but bolsters up your body’s total immune defenses.

Be sure to talk to your doctor before incorporating any adaptogen into your daily routine. And, if you’re feeling heightened, or more consistent, feelings of stress, you should also talk to your doctor.

To a less stressful life,

Sarah Reagan

Sources:

Christiansen, Sherry. “What Are Adaptogens?.” https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-are-adaptogens-4685073