Acknowledging Stress Awareness Month.
What is Stress?
Stress is a feeling of emotional or physical tension. It can come from any event or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous. It’s the body's reaction to a challenge or demand and can have both a positive and or negative impact, as the body can react to these changes physically, mentally, and emotionally.
As mentioned in pt 1 of the Stress Awareness series, stress can negatively impact our hormone and gut health which can then trigger minor and or major health illnesses. It can also stimulate mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression.
Our ability to make stress is important, especially if we consistently experience low levels of stress as that too can have a negative impact on our health over time.
Managing Stress
We can manage our stress by making changes to our diet and introducing supplements such as Adaptogen herbs. Adaptogen herbs have been used for centuries in traditional medicine practices to promote balance in many systems of the body, They are known to create both energy and a sense of calm helping the body better manage stress emotions, and or events. Below I have shared a list of adaptogen herbs that you can try they come in different forms and can be taken as a tea, tincture, and or capsule.
Adaptogen Herbs
Ashwagandha: This herb is commonly used in Ayurvedic medicine and is believed to help reduce stress, improve cognitive function, and support the immune system. Rhodiola Rosea: This herb is believed to help with mental and physical fatigue, improve mood, and support the immune system. Ginseng: Both American and Asian ginseng are used as adaptogens. They are believed to help with mental and physical fatigue, improve cognitive function, and support the immune system. Holy Basil: Also known as Tulsi, this herb is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties and help with stress and anxiety. Eleuthero: This herb, also known as Siberian ginseng, is believed to help with mental and physical fatigue, improve athletic performance, and support the immune system. Schisandra: This herb is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties and help with stress and anxiety, as well as support liver function.
Licorice root: This herb is often used in traditional Chinese medicine and is believed to help support adrenal function and reduce stress.
