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Adaptogens are natural substances, often herbs, that help the body adapt to stress and maintain balance. They regulate stress response systems, protecting against chronic stress’s negative effects. Examples include Rhodiola Rosea, Ashwagandha, and Ginseng, which are traditionally used for stress reduction and resilience.
Adaptogens are natural substances, often herbs, that help the body adapt to stress and maintain balance. They regulate stress response systems, protecting against chronic stress’s negative effects. Examples include Rhodiola Rosea, Ashwagandha, and Ginseng, which are traditionally used for stress reduction and resilience.
Adaptogens are natural substances, often herbs, that help the body adapt to stress and maintain balance. They regulate stress response systems, protecting against chronic stress’s negative effects. Examples include Rhodiola Rosea, Ashwagandha, and Ginseng, which are traditionally used for stress reduction and resilience.
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Ephi Lu. (2026). Adaptogens. In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.
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