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🗓️ 5 November 2024
⏱️ 9 minutes
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In this episode of Keeping It Real, Jillian dives deep into the world of adaptogens—herbs like ashwagandha, rhodiola, holy basil, and maca—known for their ability to reduce stress and balance hormones. Learn how these powerful plants might help manage anxiety, fatigue, and even symptoms related to menopause, such as hot flashes and mood swings. Discover what the science says about these ancient remedies and how you can incorporate them into your routine for better mental and physical well-being. If you're looking for natural ways to tackle stress and hormonal imbalances, this episode is for you!
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0:39.9 | This week's hot take, adaptogens. |
0:43.6 | Maybe you've heard of herbs like Ashwaganda, rodeola. |
0:48.2 | Those are adaptogens, but what the heck are adaptogens? |
0:51.8 | And can they really help you reduce stress and balance your hormones? |
0:56.2 | Well, let's unpack a little bit of the science behind these herbs and figure out whether they're |
1:01.5 | worth the hype. So first of all, let's define what an adaptogen actually is. Adaptogens are groups |
1:08.5 | of herbs and plants that are believed to help the body adapt stress. |
1:12.5 | They've been used for centuries in traditional systems like Ayurbic and Chinese medicine, |
1:17.2 | but they've recently gained a ton of attention in the wellness community for their potential |
1:21.4 | to regulate stress, improve energy, and promote, quote, overall balance in the body, end quote. |
1:28.8 | But what makes adaptogens special? |
1:31.3 | Well, the idea is that adaptogens can help your body return to a state of balance. |
1:36.9 | Whether that's physical, emotional, or environmental stress, arguably they work by interacting |
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