Beat Chronic Stress With Adaptogenic Herbs

There are many herbs and roots that contain very healthy compounds that can help us deal with stress, injury and even mood. Shutterstock

We are hearing a lot about herbs of late, and for good reason. Many herbs have been attributed to a higher and longer quality of life, and others have been deemed miracles in their healing abilities for the human body. Yet, the amount we know about herbs is severely lacking, and as such, we haven’t fully capitalized on their healing benefits. It’s time to change that fact, so let’s start with the top 5 healing adaptogenic herbs and uncover their special healing properties.

Gynostemma

Also known as the ’magical grass", the main active ingredient is known as saponins. These saponins are responsible for the adaptogenic qualities of this tonic herb.

The overall benefits of Gynostemma include:

• Invigorating (does not cause hyperactivity – not a stimulant)
• Calming (promotes a sense of peace – not a sedative)
• Anti-aging (antioxidant and more)
• Anti-inflammatory (not as a medicine, but to help reduce the factors that cause low grade, sub-clinical chronic inflammation experienced by all humans)
• Immune-regulating (not as a medicine, but to help support the normal healthy functioning of various immune functions)
• A respiratory tonic (improve respiratory efficiency)
• A digestive aid (Gynostemma is very soothing)