The Best Adaptogen Plant ?

While all adaptogens have many of the same benifits, some are more potent than others, and some work better in the presence of other adaptogens. This is a list of the top five potent and most synergistic adaptogens. We recomend taking any combination of at least two if not all of these five plants.

ELEUTHEROCOCCUS Dr. Brekhman’s early research on Eleutherococcus extract convinced hime that he had discovered a kind of potable gold and he named it the “King of Adaptogens.” Eleutherococcus works with the body to normalize body systems, reduce stress caused by physical and psychological overload, and increase endurance, stamina and work capacity.

SCHIZANDRA CHINENSIS This ancient plant has been used for centuries throughout the Far East, China, Japan, and Russia and according to the ancient Iore was a general tonic in times of fatigue and exhaustion. The complex nutritional makeup of this plant works with the body to increase physical productivity, attention and work capacity and to speed recuperation from fatigue.

RHAPONTICUM CARTHAMOIDES (Wild) The first settlers in the Altai Mountains observed that in springtime spotted deer consumed Rhaponticum, also known as Leuzea, in great quantities, and in folk literature it was thought to be a nutrient, which eases “fatigue and weakness.” Its biologically active nutrients work with the body to improve circulation and mental acuity.

RHODIOLA ROSEA Known as “Golden Root,” Rhodiola rosea is found in the Altai Mountains, among other areas of the world, where it has been known for more than 400 years. According to legend, one who finds the golden root “will be happy, healthy and live for two centuries.” It contains a broad spectrum of nutritional elements, which work with the body to increase stamina for prolonged mental activity and enhanced endurance.

GLYCYRRHIZA URALENSIS The Glycyrrhiza root, an elementary food, is one of the most ancient plants and has been widely used in China, India, Tibet and many other lands and according to Tibetan lore “nourishes and contributes to the performance of the six senses.” It works with the body to increase circulation, enhance skin tone and protect against stress.