Annie Sawyer, Ph. D.The concept of adaptogen dates back thousands of years to ancient India and China, but modern study did not begin until the late 1940s. Borrowing from long traditional uses and strong clinical science, certain herbal adaptogens and other traditional herbs have been shown to decrease symptoms of fatigue, stress, anxiety, neuralgia, depression, and sore muscles. Adaptogens are also known to increase stamina and enhance physical performance.
Here is a list of the most effective adrenal adaptogens:
Maca: For around 2000 years Maca has been an important traditional Indian food and medicinal plant in its native growing region. It is regarded as a highly nutritious food and as a medicine that enhances strength and endurance and also may act as an aphrodisiac. During Spanish colonization maca was used as currency.
Eleutherococcus senticosus: Eleuthero use dates back 2,000 years, according to Chinese medicine records. Referred to as ci wu jia in Chinese medicine, it was used to prevent respiratory tract infections, colds and flu. It was also believed to provide energy and vitality. Eleuthero has been shown to enhance mental acuity and physical endurance without the letdown that comes with caffeinated products. Research has shown that eleuthero improves the use of oxygen by the exercising muscle. This means that a person is able to maintain aerobic exercise longer and recover from workouts more quickly. It is also useful when the adrenal glands are depleted as it may help alleviate symptoms of fatigue and stress.
Cordyceps: In ancient China, cordyceps was used in the Emperor’s palace and was considered to have ginseng-like properties. A number of studies indicate that cordyceps may have an immuno-enhancing and antioxidant effects. It was also reported that cordyceps has demonstrated an ability to increase energy and endurance as well as reduce the onset of exercise-related fatigue. Some athletes who participate in endurance exercise events, such as distance running, swimming, cycling, adventure racing, etc., rather than sprinting, weight-lifting, etc. notice an improvement in exercise capacity and tolerance from supplementing with cordyceps.
Turmeric: The active constituent of turmeric is known as curcumin. Curcumin has been used for thousands of years as a safe anti-inflammatory in a variety of ailments as part of traditional Indian medicine. It has been shown to have a wide range of therapeutic actions. First, it protects against free radical damage because it is a strong antioxidant. Second, it reduces inflammation by lowering histamine levels and possibly by increasing production of natural cortisone by the adrenal glands. Third, it protects the liver from a number of toxic compounds. Fourth, it has been shown to reduce platelets from clumping together, which in turn improves circulation and may help protect against atherosclerosis. The U.S. National Institutes of Health has four clinical trials underway to study curcumin treatment for pancreatic cancer, multiple myeloma, Alzheimer’s, and colorectal cancer.
GinsengPanax (Asian) ginseng roots are taken orally as adaptogens, aphrodisiacs, nourishing stimulants, and in the treatment of type II diabetes, including sexual dysfunction in men.
Rhodiola rosea: Rhodiola Rosea os a commonly known as Arctic root or Golden root, and is an adaptogenic herb that has been used for centuries in the traditional medicine of today's Russia, and in the Scandinavian countries. The Vikings used rhodiola to enhance physical strength and endurance, and it was commonly used by many Northern peoples to treat fatigue, poor physical endurance, nervous system disorders, and infections, and to enhance fertility. Rhodiola rosea is effective for improving mood and alleviating depression. Russian research shows that it improves both physical and mental performance, reduces fatigue, and prevents high-altitude sickness. Rhodiola rosea’s effects are attributed to its ability to optimize serotonin and dopamine levels, due to monoamine oxidase inhibition and to its influence on opioid peptides such as beta-endorphins. Numerous studies have shown that the herb can help prevent fatigue and wards off the effects of a stress. It has an antioxidant effect, while enhancing the immune system function, the sexual and general level of energy. In the nowadays World Rhodiola Rosea is mainly used as a tonic and as remedy for low energy, poor attention span, a decreased memory (ADD) and for sexual energy improvement. It is also known to work in synergysm with Phosphatidyl Serine, and believed to improve productivity and memory. The best version of a product is one that is standardized to 3 % rosavins and 1% salidroside.
Tribulus terrestris: It is a tropical herb common in sandy soil throughout the Balkan part of Europe( Bulgaria, Romania), India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. This tribulus terrestris product contains over 40% furostanol saponins, some of the active components. Tribulus terrestris extract supplement can be used by both men and women. It has also immuno stimulative properties. Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one tribulus capsule in the morning and one at night, or as recommended by your health care provider. Other Ingredients: gelatin (capsule), rice flour, silica and magnesium stearate. Vegetarians have the option to open the capsule by pulling on each end and using the contents only.
Ashwagandha: Ashwagandha stimulates the activation of immune system cells, such as lymphocytes. It has also been shown to inhibit inflammation and improve memory. These actions may support the traditional reputation of ashwagandha as a tonic or adaptogen - counteracting the effects of stress and generally promoting wellness.
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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The material in this newsletter is provided for informational purposes only. Thus our intentions are not to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat or prevent any disease. If you use the information in this newsletter without the approval of your health professional, the authors of this letter do not assume any responsibility. Copyright @ 2009, Natural Health-Wellness LLC. All rights reserved.
Here is a list of the most effective adrenal adaptogens:
Maca: For around 2000 years Maca has been an important traditional Indian food and medicinal plant in its native growing region. It is regarded as a highly nutritious food and as a medicine that enhances strength and endurance and also may act as an aphrodisiac. During Spanish colonization maca was used as currency.
Eleutherococcus senticosus: Eleuthero use dates back 2,000 years, according to Chinese medicine records. Referred to as ci wu jia in Chinese medicine, it was used to prevent respiratory tract infections, colds and flu. It was also believed to provide energy and vitality. Eleuthero has been shown to enhance mental acuity and physical endurance without the letdown that comes with caffeinated products. Research has shown that eleuthero improves the use of oxygen by the exercising muscle. This means that a person is able to maintain aerobic exercise longer and recover from workouts more quickly. It is also useful when the adrenal glands are depleted as it may help alleviate symptoms of fatigue and stress.
Cordyceps: In ancient China, cordyceps was used in the Emperor’s palace and was considered to have ginseng-like properties. A number of studies indicate that cordyceps may have an immuno-enhancing and antioxidant effects. It was also reported that cordyceps has demonstrated an ability to increase energy and endurance as well as reduce the onset of exercise-related fatigue. Some athletes who participate in endurance exercise events, such as distance running, swimming, cycling, adventure racing, etc., rather than sprinting, weight-lifting, etc. notice an improvement in exercise capacity and tolerance from supplementing with cordyceps.
Turmeric: The active constituent of turmeric is known as curcumin. Curcumin has been used for thousands of years as a safe anti-inflammatory in a variety of ailments as part of traditional Indian medicine. It has been shown to have a wide range of therapeutic actions. First, it protects against free radical damage because it is a strong antioxidant. Second, it reduces inflammation by lowering histamine levels and possibly by increasing production of natural cortisone by the adrenal glands. Third, it protects the liver from a number of toxic compounds. Fourth, it has been shown to reduce platelets from clumping together, which in turn improves circulation and may help protect against atherosclerosis. The U.S. National Institutes of Health has four clinical trials underway to study curcumin treatment for pancreatic cancer, multiple myeloma, Alzheimer’s, and colorectal cancer.
GinsengPanax (Asian) ginseng roots are taken orally as adaptogens, aphrodisiacs, nourishing stimulants, and in the treatment of type II diabetes, including sexual dysfunction in men.
Rhodiola rosea: Rhodiola Rosea os a commonly known as Arctic root or Golden root, and is an adaptogenic herb that has been used for centuries in the traditional medicine of today's Russia, and in the Scandinavian countries. The Vikings used rhodiola to enhance physical strength and endurance, and it was commonly used by many Northern peoples to treat fatigue, poor physical endurance, nervous system disorders, and infections, and to enhance fertility. Rhodiola rosea is effective for improving mood and alleviating depression. Russian research shows that it improves both physical and mental performance, reduces fatigue, and prevents high-altitude sickness. Rhodiola rosea’s effects are attributed to its ability to optimize serotonin and dopamine levels, due to monoamine oxidase inhibition and to its influence on opioid peptides such as beta-endorphins. Numerous studies have shown that the herb can help prevent fatigue and wards off the effects of a stress. It has an antioxidant effect, while enhancing the immune system function, the sexual and general level of energy. In the nowadays World Rhodiola Rosea is mainly used as a tonic and as remedy for low energy, poor attention span, a decreased memory (ADD) and for sexual energy improvement. It is also known to work in synergysm with Phosphatidyl Serine, and believed to improve productivity and memory. The best version of a product is one that is standardized to 3 % rosavins and 1% salidroside.
Tribulus terrestris: It is a tropical herb common in sandy soil throughout the Balkan part of Europe( Bulgaria, Romania), India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. This tribulus terrestris product contains over 40% furostanol saponins, some of the active components. Tribulus terrestris extract supplement can be used by both men and women. It has also immuno stimulative properties. Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one tribulus capsule in the morning and one at night, or as recommended by your health care provider. Other Ingredients: gelatin (capsule), rice flour, silica and magnesium stearate. Vegetarians have the option to open the capsule by pulling on each end and using the contents only.
Ashwagandha: Ashwagandha stimulates the activation of immune system cells, such as lymphocytes. It has also been shown to inhibit inflammation and improve memory. These actions may support the traditional reputation of ashwagandha as a tonic or adaptogen - counteracting the effects of stress and generally promoting wellness.
If you would like to learn more on the above topic, to sign for on line or phone consultation, or to request an article written to suit your wellness business purposes, please call: (715) 392-7591; (218) 213-6167; or (218) 213-7087
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The material in this newsletter is provided for informational purposes only. Thus our intentions are not to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat or prevent any disease. If you use the information in this newsletter without the approval of your health professional, the authors of this letter do not assume any responsibility. Copyright @ 2009, Natural Health-Wellness LLC. All rights reserved.
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