Bulletproof your health with adaptogens, nature’s magical healing herbs

When on the course of wellness, there is far more value to be unearthed in the lanes of Ayurveda and homeopathy, even if they seem to need a leap of faith in the beginning, opting over allopathic treatments. Adaptogens are one such gentle remedy that looks to help without hurting or jolting your body with side effects.

While the term may seem unfamiliar, you’ve probably encountered adaptogens in the grocery store, around your house, or somewhere in the ingredient list of your health supplements. Regardless of where you find them, please take a closer look, for their supposed benefits range from curing migraine to fighting cancer.

Although most adaptogens command great clout as potent healers, only about 15 of them have revealed benefits under exploratory research. Out of these 15, here are 9 that could be instrumental in turning your health profile around.

Panax Ginseng, also known as Asian Ginseng, is a well-known adaptogen touted by many to be the most potent. In addition, scientists have concluded that it “possesses significant anti-stress properties and can be used to treat stress-induced disorders.”

Holy Basil, or Tulsi in common parlance, found rampant in Indian kitchens, has been used for years in Ayurvedic and at-home treatments and is known for its anti-aging properties.

Ashwagandha’s effects on stress tolerance, internal stress responses, and cortisol are well-documented. Known as Indian ginseng in common parlance, it was found that Ashwagandha “safely and effectively improves an individual’s resistance towards stress and thereby improves self-assessed quality of life.”

Commonly used in Chinese medicine, Astragalus Root is another attacker on stress in the body, as well as improves immunity. In addition, it lowers blood glucose levels and reduces lipids, inhibits fibrosis, and kills microbes.

Known to increase endurance and energy, Liquorice Root also helps promote gut health and helps in regulating hormone levels associated with stress.

Known as Golden Root, Rhodiola has been found to act as a mild stressor, increasing the organism’s stress defenses. Additionally, it functions as an antioxidant.

A fungus with antioxidant properties, Cordyceps Mushrooms are adaptogens in the classic sense, along with the added benefits of anti-tumor and immunity-boosting properties.

The Magnolia Berry has been utilized in traditional Chinese medicine for years and is known for its healing properties, not limited to increasing endurance and mental performance.

One of the most common culinary spices, Turmeric’s benefits cannot be captured under the specific scope of adaptogens alone. It is a natural remedy for reducing inflammation and increasing brain function.