Adaptogens to the Rescue

Key Takeaways:  Ways to adapt to a stressful life naturally.  The role cortisol plays in your health.  What you need to know about adrenaline.  Understand stress (acute, episodic acute, chronic).  How stress affects your health (physically and emotionally).  A list of powerful adaptogens and their benefits.  Top ways to take adaptogens and delicious recipes too.  Episode Summary:  Learn more about the natural power of adaptogens.  Find out the variety of herbs or mushrooms from nature that can help you heal and reduce stress naturally.  Chronic stress is one of the leading causes of illness and disease in the United States, including heart disease, high blood pressure, and anxiety. Many of the medications that people reach for to treat these ailments only treat the symptoms and not the root cause.  This YOUNGER episode discusses how adaptogens can be a great resource for those living a stressful life, without the unwanted side effects of meds. Find out more about these powerful herbs and mushrooms nature provides to support your body so it can help you manage all types of stress.  Guest Bio:   Dr. Robyn Benson is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine (DOM) who brings an innovative and game-changing approach to today's health care. Robyn offers the most advanced and cutting-edge therapies, procedures, and products designed to renew, restore, and revive health called A.R.T.: Amplified Regenerative Therapies.  Dr. Benson, author, speaker, and self-care and Regenerative Medicine* expert, is known by many to be THE health detective with life-changing solutions! She has been the owner and founder of the Santa Fe Soul Center for Optimal Health (now Regenerative Medicine) for close to two decades.  For almost 30 years, Dr. Benson has applied her considerable knowledge of acupuncture, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, herbs, IV therapies, and her love for healthy travel to help patients resolve acute and chronic health challenges and to achieve optimal and sustainable health without the use of pharmaceuticals or surgery.  Resources for a Younger Lifestyle:  300 Practitioner Brand supplements available 24/7 - https://robynbenson.com/shop-page/    Quotes:  "Ashwagandha, is also known as the "strength of the stallion" due to its use as immune system support, is a natural stress reliever."  "Licorice is a great adaptogen but don't get too excited. We aren't suggesting you go buy that sweet, black candy thinking it might help you manage stress. In fact, licorice candy often doesn't even contain actual licorice."  "It is always essential when considering using adaptogens to first consult your trusted medical team before starting. Every person's health is unique and each treatment should be individualized to achieve the best results."