Adaptogens: A Directory of Over 50 Healing Herbs for Energy, Stress Relief, Beauty, and Overall Well-Being

by Melissa Petitto

Learn all you need to know about more than 50 of the most common healing herbs and how to make delicious, nutrient-dense recipes to have you functioning at a higher frequency. Adaptogens are herbs, roots, and other medicinal plants that help the body function  better  than its natural capacity . In this loud, messy, and oh so stressful modern world, these ancient healing herbs are needed more than ever. Whether the stressor is environmental (originating in your body) or psychological (triggering your fight-or-flight response and causing the release of cortisol), adaptogens are packed with amino acids and/or vitamins that help  manage the harmful effects stress has on the body . While relatively new to the western world, adaptogens are at the root of many things in western medicine. Did you know that aspirin comes from willow bark? With this beautifully illustrated reference, discover how to harness the ancient healing power of plants . Divided into three sections, Adaptogens
Nature has gifted us with many plants across the globe that are talented at growing in stressful environments. They pass on this talent once consumed. Some of the  common effects
These plants are  not  a quick fix for a stressful situation. Rather, they are a way to help the body better deal with the higher amounts of stress we seem to be seeing a lot of right now. Discover what plants can do for you as you harness nature’s power. Learn how to find the  appropriate adaptogenic doses to keep yourself in perfect harmony .

Discover today’s top trending health and wellness topics with the  Everyday Wellbeing series  from Chartwell Books. From smart eating habits to personal growth advice, these engaging lifestyle guides give you the expert tips and life hacks you need to help you make good choices while practicing mindfulness and self-love. Whether you want to explore cooking with new ingredients like adaptogens and CBD, or make it a priority to incorporate self-care into your daily routine, these brightly colored take-along handbooks have the tools you need to succeed. Other titles in the series   The  Celery Juice Cookbook ,  The CBD Handbook ,  The Complete Guide to Self-Care ,  The Instant Pot and Air Fryer Cookbook , and  The Plant-Based Cookbook .

160 pages, Hardcover

Published November 15, 2022

Reviews

[Brandi · Rating 5 out of 5]

I will go back to this book over and over again. Very informative to have on my bookshelf.
5 out of 5 herbs!