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In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of adaptogens—a class of herbs, roots, and mushrooms long celebrated in traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, and now rising stars in the Western wellness scene. Marketed as natural tools to help the body “adapt” to stress, boost energy, and restore balance, adaptogens like ashwagandha, ginseng, and rhodiola have become staples in teas, capsules, and Instagram ads alike. But do they actually work? We dive into the origins of adaptogens, the science behind how they’re supposed to support the body’s stress response (particularly via the HPA axis), and why they’ve become a $10 billion industry—with all the buzz and baggage that entails.
From ancient healing rituals to modern supplement shelves, we break down the myths, mecha ...
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