Stress is part of life. Its triggers – work, kids, family, health, finances, hectic schedules – are similar for most people. Although many men might not describe themselves as being stressed, they ...
March 3, 2025 • Brent Bauer, M.D., Mayo Clinic
Korean ginseng (Panax ginseng) is a perennial herb, native to the mountainous regions of present-day northeast China. With history of its use dating back more than 5,000 years, white ginseng and re...
February 26, 2025 • Mario Roxas, ND
Is the first thing you think of when you roll out of bed in the morning a big cup of joe? Are you not yourself until that first sip perks you up? It turns out that caffeine and cortisol levels may ...
February 6, 2025 • Thorne
Ashwagandha – a botanical with broad-spectrum health benefits Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is one of the most treasured botanicals in Ayurveda, India’s ancient medical system. This adaptogenic ...
February 3, 2025 • Thorne
When you lay your head down on the pillow at night, are you plagued by racing thoughts or a “tired but wired” feeling? And then when you finally do fall asleep, do you wake up the next day feeling ...
February 1, 2025 • Maggie Chandler
“Wow! That was close!” Your heart is pounding, your breathing is rapid, sweat covers your skin, your blood pressure is through the roof, your alertness is sky-high, and you feel like you could lift...
January 17, 2025 • Sheena Smith, MS, MA
Between financial worries, health concerns, family obligations, and changing work expectations, there can be several sources of stress in our lives. Stress can also be physical. Infection, injury, ...
December 28, 2024 • Jennifer Greer, ND, MEd
You might have heard the word adaptogen, particularly in reference to plant extracts or other nutritional supplements. But exactly what are adaptogens? If you think of adaptogens for stress, then y...
December 23, 2024 • Kathi Head, ND
Let’s say you’re driving to work when another car swerves into your lane. Your body reacts instantly, heightening your alertness to help you avoid a collision. This is the body’s stress response ki...
December 7, 2024 • Brent Bauer, M.D., Mayo Clinic