Superstars of optimal wellness: Enhancing vitality

Adaptogen: the noun used to define herbal medicines that enhance your ability to maintain consistent, alert and focused energy, cope with stress, improve immune function and keep your body in a state of balance (homeostasis).

Traditional Chinese Medicine as well as the Ayurvedic (Indian) system of medicine have been practiced for thousands of years. Both these non-Western views of health and wellness include a deep appreciation of the ways in which stress impacts the organs and systems of the body. These ancient medical traditions understand that health is a state of balance and healing is the art of restoring that balance. Chinese medicine balances yin and yang and the five elements of metal, wood, water, fire and earth. Ayurvedic practitioners balance the three doshas. In both traditions, poor health is seen as a message that the body is out of balance. Herbal medicines used to maintain or restore balance are known as the adaptogens.

I understand the power of adaptogenic herbs on a personal level. I carried a small vial of adaptogenic herbs with me each day as I rode my bike across America in 2006. I continue to use the extract to this day.

Research studies available from the National Institute of Health indicate that adaptogenic herbs have scientifically validated significance and research studies done in other parts of the world offer the same conclusions. Adaptogenic herbs can help to normalize blood pressure, stabilize blood sugar, improve sustained, focused energy, support immune function, promote liver health, impact alpha brain wave states – and perhaps most importantly – lower cortisol, the stress hormone.

The most well-researched herbal adaptogenic formula in the world is available in the Freshlife label as Enhance! The adaptogenic herbs in Enhance! have been the subject of over 3,000 clinical studies (and at least one cross-country bike ride!). The effects of a single dose of Enhance! can usually be felt within 20 minutes as renewed energy, reduced stress and a greater sense of vitality and well-being. Enhance! is such a popular formula among Freshlife staff and customers that we offer the extract in bulk. Bring us your empty bottle and we’ll refill it for just $8.95/oz.

If you are seeking to build your energy reserves with an adaptogenic beverage – the Cup of Blessing blend known as Vitali-T is the best choice. This formula contains two of the most powerful adaptogens on the planet - ashwaganda and ginseng. Backed up with damiana and peppermint – this combination not only tastes good – but daily use makes a real difference in your energy and zest. Start your day with a cup of Vitali-T. Tuck a bottle of Enhance! in your golf bag or briefcase – and see what a difference these herbal Superstars can make as you embrace your best health!