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June 20, 2022

As a mom, sometimes things can get overwhelming and stressful. While there are activities like meditation and yoga to help you reduce stress, there are other ways you can do or take to be less stressful! 

 

Ever heard of adaptogens? These are a category of herbs used for thousands of years to help us respond better to stress. When taken regularly, you may feel more relaxed, as if you’ve slept peacefully throughout the night. You also get less sick and feel your body heat is regulated. Basically, they’re a natural fatigue treatment!

 

Basically, adaptogens take us out of the “fight and flight” rhythm and put us in the “rest and digest” phase, restoring our nervous system and ease our anxiety.

 

But how do you know what are the best adaptogens you would want to take? 

 

 

Here are some adaptogens you can choose from and their wonderful benefits! 

 

 

Ashwagandha

 

 

Ashwagandha is a Hindi name that translates to “strength of a thousand horses” but its action is quite the opposite. It is rather more gentle than the image conjured up by the translation. 

 

 

It is beneficial for restful sleep, adapting to stress, and has been used traditionally to support lactation. It is also a powerful immune system modulator and helps with memory and cognitive support. 

 

 

Maca Root

 

 

Sometimes called Peruvian Ginseng, Maca Root is a radish-like root that grows in the mountains of Peru and Bolivia. It is believed that, traditionally, Maca is taken before battle to increase endurance. Maca is an adaptogen that helps the body adapt to stress and increases stamina. But unlike caffeine, Maca and other adaptogens balance the body instead of stimulating it. 

 

 

Loaded with important vitamins and minerals, Maca reduces anxiety and provides stress support.

 

 

 

Rhodiola

 

 

Rhodiola is an adaptogen that helps decrease anxiety, improves your mood, reduces stress and supports sleep. In Tibetan tradition, this was used to nourish the lungs and treat lung problems like pneumonia. 

 

 

It is also known to reduce symptoms of depression and may improve brain function. 

 

 

Holy Basil 

 

 

Also known as Tulsi, Holy Basil is a great botanical adaptogens especially for new moms who are trying to reduce coffee intake and want to soothe their anxiety. It is also known to promote the flow of mother’s milk and helps in improving your memory. It can also support your digestive system and balance your blood sugar. 

 

Cordyceps

 

Originated from the Himalaya mountains, Cordyceps has a long history of use in Chinese herbal tradition. It is helpful for:

 

 

• • Promoting Balance during stressful experiences
• • Endurance
• • Immune Support
• • Circulation
• • Endocrine Function

 

Eleuthero

 

Also known as Siberian Ginseng, Eleuthero is an adaptogen that helps with aiding depression, fatigue, stress, and improve physical stamina. It is mild and unlikely to be overstimulating. You can also take this if you are struggling with insomnia. 

 

While adaptogens are here to act like a multivitamin or supplement that helps us adapt to stress and anxiety, it is best used to balance with exercise and a healthy diet! 

 

You got this, mommies!