EPISODE · Jan 31, 2022
All Things Adaptogens: Lessons from Russia with Dr. Adrian Lopresti and Sophia Gerontakos
from FX Medicine Podcast Central
How do we choose the right adaptogens for our patients? Dr. Adrian Lopresti and Naturopath and Herbalist Sophia Gerontakos discuss all things adaptogens - what they are, their mechanisms of action, how they affect the HPA axis, and best practices on prescribing them. Sophia also talks her findings from translating and studying Russian research on adaptogens and how we can not only apply that research to our own clinical practice, but use it to formulate new questions for future research as well. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/all-things-adaptogens-lessons-russia-dr-adrian-lopresti-and-sophia-gerontakos ***DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.***
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How do we choose the right adaptogens for our patients? Dr. Adrian Lopresti and Naturopath and Herbalist Sophia Gerontakos discuss all things adaptogens - what they are, their mechanisms of action, how they affect the HPA axis, and best practices on prescribing them. Sophia also talks her findings from translating and studying Russian research on adaptogens and how we can not only apply that research to our own clinical practice, but use it to formulate new questions for future research as well. Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.fxmedicine.com.au/podcast/all-things-adaptogens-lessons-russia-dr-adrian-lopresti-and-sophia-gerontakos ***DISCLAIMER: The information provided on FX Medicine is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.***
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