Adaptogens

22 compounds in this category

Adaptogens are a class of herbs and compounds that help the body resist physical, chemical, and biological stressors. The concept originates from Soviet research in the 1940s-60s. Modern research has validated several adaptogens with human clinical trials, particularly for cortisol modulation and fatigue reduction.

Caution

Effects are generally subtle and build over days to weeks. Adaptogens are not acute fixes for stress. Some adaptogens affect thyroid or hormone levels with sustained use.

Good to Know

Adaptogens work best for chronic stress, not acute crises. They tend to normalize rather than push in one direction, which is why side effects are generally mild. Cycling (8-12 weeks on, 2-4 weeks off) is a common community practice, though evidence for cycling necessity varies.

Highest Rated Adaptogens

1 BOSWELLIA 85/100 2 CATUABA 82/100 3 CISTANCHE 82/100 4 GUARANA 82/100 5 NIGELLA SATIVA 82/100

All Adaptogens (22)

AGARIKON MUSHROOM 72 → ANDROGRAPHIS 78 → ASHITABA 45 → ASTRAGALOSIDE IV 45 → ASTRAGALUS 65 → BOSWELLIA 85 → CAT'S CLAW 72 → CATUABA 82 → CELASTRUS PANICULATUS 78 → CHAGA MUSHROOM 72 → CHLORELLA 78 → CISTANCHE 82 → CLITORIA TERNATEA 75 → CONVOLVULUS PLURICAULIS 75 → ECHINACEA 65 → GINSENOSIDES 78 → GOTU KOLA 78 → GUARANA 82 → HE SHOU WU 65 → JIAOGULAN 72 → NIGELLA SATIVA 82 → RHODIOLA ROSEA 68 →

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