WHEN STUCK NEGATIVE ENERGY IS CLEARED FROM OUR BODY, OUR CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM IS IN A STATE OF CALM. WHEN THE CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM IN IN A STATE OF EQUILIBRIUM, SO IS THE MIND. WHEN THE MIND IS CLEAR, NOW WE CAN FLOW.
Now we can enter the sometimes seemingly illusive balanced state of flow (or ‘the zone’ as Michael Jordan calls it). This is when our productivity and focus is tuned in, and turned on. The truth is, it exists in every moment, and it is a choice. In the words of Eckhart Tolle ‘’it is not uncommon for people to spend their whole life waiting to start living ‘’.
Adaptogens, nootropics and CBD isolate are a winning formula to add to a daily health regime. Here are some examples of natural adaptogens and nootropics:
Ashwagandha – also known as Indian ginseng, with epic history of use in Ayurvedic practices (traditional Indian herbal medicine), dating back over 6000 years. Ashwagandha regulates the cortisol (high alert/stress) hormone levels to ease stress and anxiety.
Astragalus is from the pea family, native to China and Asia also known as Huang Qi, or loosely translated to ‘yellow leader’. It dates back 2000 years in Asian medical cultures, used for its anti-viral, immune boosting, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This plant also has high levels of inulin, one of the things the body needs to improve digestion, and regulate blood sugar.
Ginkgo Biloba is the oldest living tree in the world (said to be 270 million years old). Ginkgo holds an ancient history of medicinal importance in Chinese medicine and other cultures and holistic practices. Among many things, Ginkgo can support depression by boosting hormones dopamine and serotonin, and increases blood circulation and oxygen to the brain.
Tulsi is held in reverence as a healing plant in many ancient traditions and circles, and has been used to ease stress and anxiety symptoms, and also regulation of the immune system.
Lion’s Mane is a mushroom which grows on hardwood trees in the forests across North America, Europe and Asia, and used for centuries in traditional Chinese Medicine, shamanic and other cultures. Lion’s Mane carries immune strengthening antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, boosts memory and cognitive ability.
Reishi is also known as “The Mushroom of Immortality”. Reishi mushrooms grow in the more tropical areas of Asia. The Reishi adaptogen is again valued within Chinese medicine, for over 2,000 years. It works to regulate and support the immune system, offers potent anti viral, anti-inflammatory and immune boosting antioxidant properties. Reishi is also held in high esteem for its potential anti-ageing properties.
Rhodiola Rosea is also known as “Golden Root”, it is a native flower in Europe and Asia. Rhodiola reduces symptoms associated with stress and anxiety. It also increases serotonin, the ‘happy’ hormone connected with elevating the mood. The medicinal use of Rhodiola dates back to the 17th century, where Vikings are said to have ingested the herb to enhance their strength and stamina!
WHAT’S HAPPENING TO THE BODY
How and when these supplements are taken is also a contributing factor to their effectiveness. According to Forbes Health, ‘’Integrative medicine, and adaptogens specifically, can help fill the gaps left by Western medical practices. Adaptogens have thousands of years of historical use to back up their use, as well as increasingly informative modern studies. ’’
If you are looking to buy CBD or curious about CBD isolate products, then you may already know about the effects of CBD on the human central nervous system.
The plant extract of CBD isolate is a cannabinoid compound that communicates directly with the receptors in your endocannabinoid system. Adaptogenic plant extracts interact with the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, central for the body’s mood and energy regulation. If there is an excess of a particular hormone, the adaptogen will aid the system to reduce it. The beauty of the adaptogen, is that it will also produce more of any under producing hormones – therefore, equilibrium and balance.
So, whilst we don’t see CBD isolate published up there with the top ten nootropics or adaptogens – we see many similarities as they are on the same epic mission.