Adaptogenic Tonic

Eleuthero, Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, fresh Holy Basil, Schisandra, fresh Bacopa, Licorice

A tonic formula to help the body adapt to stress, support the metabolic process, and restore balance.

~Herbs~

Eleuthero Eleutherococcus senticosis root

This herb normalizes blood pressure and reduces fatigue, stress, and depression. Eleuthero is a well researched herb for balancing endocrine activity, promoting strength and energy, and enhancing work or athletic performance. It acts on the adrenal glands to normalize stress hormone (cortisol) levels thereby smoothing out the peaks and valleys of energy that characterize chronic stress.

Ashwagandha Withania somnifera root

The root of this plant is a calming adaptogen that enhances endocrine function especially helping to regulate the adrenal glands and stimulate the thyroid, making it useful in hypothyroidism. Ashwagandha also has nervine properties making it effective for anxiety, fatigue, cloudy thinking, stress-induced insomnia, and nervous exhaustion. It is rich in iron and can be used for iron-deficient anemia. In Ayurvedic medicine it is used for prolonging life, stimulating the mind, and enhancing vigor and sexual function.

Rhodiola Rhodiola rosea dry root

This semi succulent plant is a powerful adaptogen and antioxidant that enhances cognition, reduces stress and fatigue, stimulates the immune system and helps to alleviate depression. It brews a pink tea tea that smells and tastes reminiscent of rose petals.

Holy Basil Ocimum sanctum fresh leaf and flower

Holy Basil is sacred to the Hindu God Vishnu and is used in morning prayers to insure personal health, spiritual purity, and family well-being. It helps reduce the negative effects of stress by lowering cortisol production in the adrenals and helps to maintain normal blood sugar levels. This sweet warm herb is also used to enhance cerebral circulation and promote focused clarity. The daily use of Holy Basil is believed to help maintain the balance of the chakras of the body and is capable of bringing on goodness, virtue, and joy in humans.

Schisandra Schisandrae chinensis berries

Schisandra is a mild central nervous system stimulant that enhances reflexes, work performance, and mental activity. At the same time, it is calming and helps relieve anxiety and stress-induced asthma palpitations. The berries enhance the endocrine system and non-specific immune system function which is most affected by stress and is inhibited by chronic anxiety, anger, depression, and fear. Studies have found Schisandra to have an amphoteric effect on blood pressure, lowering elevated blood pressure and raising low blood pressure.

Bacopa Bacopa monnieri fresh plant

Bacopa is the primary botanical used since the 6th century to support mental acuity. Modern research has shown that it exhibits an antioxidant effect directly on memory centers of the brain and can reduce the effects of stress on the brain. It is used to promote memory and focus, relieve anxiety, and slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease. It is also used for children and adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and effective for people recovering from head trauma injuries.

Licorice Glycyrrhiza glabra dried root

This sweet root is an effective adaptogen, anti-inflammatory, and hepatoprotective agent. It is effective for adrenal insufficiency with symptoms of fatigue, tiredness upon waking, elevated cortisol and blood sugar levels, and frequent colds. It has been used for thousands of years in Chinese medicine to harmonize herbal formulas.

~Actions and Indications~

Adaptogens are remarkable natural substances that help the body adapt to stress, support normal metabolic functions, and help restore balance. These botanicals increase the body's resistance to physical, biological, emotional, and environmental stressors and provide a defense response to acute or chronic stress. They can restore the balance of the endocrine hormones, modulate the immune system, and allow the body to maintain optimal homeostasis. This formula may be used with frequent or prolonged stress including injury, illness, prolonged pain, overwork, or severe exertion, mental strain, worry, and anxiety. It is also extremely effective as a maintenance tonic to counteract the process of aging, promote strength and stamina, and prevent illness.

~Dose~

Maintenance tonic: Take 40 - 60 drops in a little warm water two to three times per day.

Restorative tonic: Take 40 - 60 drops in a little warm water three times per day for at least three months for full results. Do not use during acute cold or flu symptoms.