Adaptogens are all the rage, making their way into popular pick-me-up products (looking at you, Monster energy drinks). Many different plants are adaptogens (Ashwaganda, Ginseng, Rhodiola, etc), but should these plants really be taken willy-nilly? Tina & Leah give you the low down on adaptogens, including their uses, side effects, and some contraindications.
What's an adaptogen? "a natural substance considered to help the body adapt to stress and to exert a normalizing effect upon bodily processes. A well-known example is ginseng." Tune in to learn more!
Learn more about Ginseng
Technical paper on Asian and American ginsengs
Schisandra Herbalgram from American Botanical Council
The difference between red and white Panax ginseng
ASCO study on ginseng and cancer-related fatigue
American (Wisconsin) ginseng from the source
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