ADRENAL RX
Adrenal Rx is a balancing adaptogenic formula indicated for those who
are overworked, overstressed, and find themselves feeling tired,
overwhelmed, and burnt out most or all of the time. It is also helpful
for those who haven't hit the wall yet, but live fast-paced,
high-stress lifestyles and want to avoid breakdown and burnout. Adrenal
Rx will increase the body's resistance to physical, mental, and
environmental stress, and help to defend against diseases and disorders
caused by overstress. The herbs used in the formula are highly
adaptogenic and work synergistically to moderate the stress response,
not by blocking it all together but by balancing it out. In other
words, they enable the body to respond more appropriately to stress
without over-exaggerating the response. This prevents adrenal
overstimulation and protects the adrenals from breakdown and
exhaustion. Adaptogens act positively on glucose metabolism as they
stimulate the liver to convert glycogen to glucose, enhance the entry of
glucose into the cell, and enhance the utilization of glucose within
cells. Regular use of Adrenal Rx will help normalize stress hormone
levels, lessening one's predisposition to stress, decrease
over-reactions during the stress response, and provide protection
against the effects of long-term stress. In addition, energy and
vitality will be restored, and mood and emotional well-being will
improve.
Eleuthero
(Eleutherococcus senticosus) has been used in Traditional Chinese
Medicine for thousands of years and is indicated for those with
fatigue, physical weakness compromised immunity, and poor work capacity
and concentration. Pharmacologically, Eleuthero tonifies, displays
anti-stress activity, increases lymphocyte count, and has an
immunomodulatory effect on the cellular immune system. Studies show
that Eleuthero increases endurance, reduces the alarm phase of the
stress response, prevents stress-induced illness and disease, supports
adrenal function, and enhances T-cell activation and immune system
function. Formerly known in the U.S. as Siberian Ginseng, Eleuthero is
not a true ginseng, but it does belong to the same family of plants.
Compared to true ginseng, Eleuthero is non-heating and milder in its
stimulatory effects.
Ashwagandha
is used preventively to avoid burnout and the breakdown and restoratively
to help strengthen those who are already mentally and/or physically
depleted. It has positive effects on chronic fatigue syndrome,
depression, debility, and recovery from wasting diseases. Ashwagandha
is one of the most important herbs of Ayurveda and is known as
"Ayurvedic" Ginseng. It is indicated for similar conditions as Ginseng,
but it is not heating, Yang, or stimulating like Ginseng. Many
scientific studies have been conducted that support Ashwagandha's
adaptogenic and anti-stress activity. It's been found to be effective
at increasing physical endurance, preventing gastric ulcers brought on
by stress, and reducing the rise of stress hormone levels in the blood.
Ashwagandha also has cognitive effects and can increase intellect and
memory. Several studies indicate it slows, stops, and reverses neuritic
atrophy and synaptic loss, and thus has been used in the treatment of
neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and
Huntington's. Ashwagandha also displays GABA-mimetic, anxiolytic, and
anti-depressant properties and can help stabilize mood in those with
anxiety and depression.
American
Ginseng
(Panax quinquefolius) is native to North America and was used in
traditional indigenous medicine by tribes such as the Cherokee, Creek,
Iroquois, Menominee, Ojibwa, Pawnn, and Seneca. Its primary uses
include enhancing blood sugar metabolism in both healthy individuals
and those with type 2 diabetes, improving cardiorespiratory endurance
during activity, boosting mood, and reducing fatigue. It has a systemic
effect to increase vigor, energy, and vitality, and is especially
helpful for individuals feeling overworked and rundown. Red Chinese
Ginseng (Panax ginseng) is more warming and stimulating than American.
Studies have shown it to have positive effects on quality of life,
physical and mental stress, and intellectual skills. Traditional
Chinese Medicine believes that it replenishes vital essence and
promotes blood circulation. It acts through both the
hypothalamus-pituitary=adrenal axis through its immunomodulatory
activity.
Schisandra
increases endurance and mental performance and has an adaptogenic,
tonifying, and stimulating effect during extreme fatigue. Studies
indicate daily use of Schisandra helps prevent increases in cortisol,
nitric oxide, and stress-activated protein kinase. It also exhibits
anti-depressant activity and is indicated for depression related to
excessive fatigue and nervous exhaustion.
Cordyceps have been traditionally used as a tonic to improve energy, endurance,
stamina, appetite, and sleep patterns. Research indicates they have
biological and pharmacological actions in diseases of the liver,
kidneys, and cardiovascular system, and effects on immunological
disorders. Cordyceps stimulates the production of T helper cells,
TNF-alpha, and interleukin 1 production, increases natural killer cell
activity, and prolongs lymphocyte survival.
Rhodiola
increases resistance to chemical, biological, and physical stressors
and protects the body from stress-induced breakdown. It stimulates the
activity of the neurotransmitters serotonin, dopamine, and
norepinephrine, helps normalize mood in depressed individuals, and
improves cognitive function.
Adrenal Rx is a balancing adaptogenic formula indicated for those who
are overworked, overstressed, and find themselves feeling tired,
overwhelmed, and burnt out most or all of the time. Increase Resistance
to Physical, Mental, and Environmental Stress. Defends against Diseases
and Disorders Caused by Stress.