What Are Adaptogens? + Iced Chaga Latte!
First and foremost, what are adaptogens?
Adaptogens were initially defined as substances that enhance the “non-specific resistances” to stress on the body and decrease the body’s sensitivity to stressors (1). They are a unique collection of plant and herbal substances that have been used in Chinese, Ayurvedic and other traditional medicine practices for many centuries to promote a positive well being and treat conditions such as viruses, hypertension, diabetes, heart disease and cancer. Certain mushrooms and other plant substances must meet three criteria to be considered adaptogens:
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