Adaptability
Enhancement
Adaptability is the measure of your life. How well you adapt
to the world and to all of the stresses of your life determines
how successful you are in life. If you have the energy and the
wisdom to take on big challenges, to overcome obstacles, and
succeed, you are virtually assured of success in life. We call
the herbs that enhance our adaptability adaptogenic herbs. Adaptogenic
herbs tend to increase our ability to adapt to stress. Adaptogenic
herbs are arguably the most important herbal supplements in
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Adaptogenic
Formulations
There are a number of modern formulations that feature the super-adaptogens.
Ron Teeguarden has developed a number of such formulas for QualityChineseHerbs.com.
Super Adaptogen Formulation is capable of building abundant
adaptive Qi and is the perfect herbal supplement for those who
want to get the most out of life. It is a powerful adaptogenic
formulation designed to provide an abundance of the kind of
Qi that allows you to perform optimally under all circumstances.
Super Adaptogen is a very safe formulation. It has a neutral
energy and is extremely well balanced. It is suitable to young
and old, males and females, frail or hearty.
In addition, the major classic Qi tonic formulations are highly
adaptogenic. Ten Complete Supertonic Combination, Ginseng and
Astragalus Combination, Formula for Restoring the Pulse, and
Ginseng Nutritive Combination are superb classic adaptogenic
formulas. You may select one of these as your Qi Formula if
one appeals to you.
Discussion of the Principles of Adaptability
Human beings are intimately interconnected with our environment.
Any change in the environment influences us both physically
and psychically. How we handle such changes, how we adapt to
the changes in our environment and to the stresses of life,
will be the determining factor in our health and well-being.
Conversely, as we change, the environment around us will be
influenced and will reflect our changes. The greatness of Oriental
natural philosophy lies, to a great degree, in its subtlety
and breadth of vision with regard to the connection between
the human being and their environment. The tonic herbalist recognizes
such environmental influences as the change of seasons, wind,
heat, cold, dryness, moisture, and so on, as fundamental causative
factors in one's health as well as one's dis-ease. Modern civilization
provides a whole range of additional factors that require our
adaptability. Time pressures, chronic over stimulation of the
mind and senses, social pressures, pollution, sedentary lifestyles,
etc., all require the body to adapt appropriately.
Adaptability requires energy. The greater the stresses of life
and the more dynamic the changes in one's life, the greater
the requirement for adaptive energy. The very purpose of using
Chinese tonic herbs is to aid the body-mind in its adaptive
needs. The greatness of the Chinese tonic herbs lies in their
adaptogenic quality; that is, their ability to enhance the body-mind's
capacity to adapt optimally, accurately and with endurance,
to changes in the environment, and thus to overcome the stresses
of life.
By replenishing the energy of the cells, tissues and systems
that regulate our adaptability, we find ourselves capable of
experiencing life at its fullest. We find ourselves with increased
physical, mental and emotional endurance. We find ourselves
easily handling stresses that would exhaust others. We find
ourselves to be resilient on every level. This adaptability
allows us to lead a rich, broad, adventurous life -- a greater
life, a more brilliant life, a more satisfying life.
When the body is working very well, it automatically adapts
accurately. This is part of the miraculous self-regulatory mechanism
built into every cell of our bodies. This accurate adaptability
is a key to radiant health. When you are radiantly healthy,
nothing will bother you. If it抯
very hot,
the body adjusts and you feel just fine. If it抯
cold, you
adapt to that. People who adapt easily tend to be successful
at life. But stress depletes this adaptive energy. Eventually,
if you do not have enough adaptive Qi, you start to mal-adjust
and sooner or later illness results. In addition, as we become
less capable of adapting, we become more and more aware of the
stress and a vicious cycle occurs.
The Chinese tonic herbs are among the best tools on earth for
combating stress. Obviously, it is better to avoid excessive
stress in the first place. Along with meditation, yoga, qi gong,
and deep breathing techniques, Chinese tonic herbs are the perfect
natural way to help deal with stress. Throughout the centuries,
the adaptogenic herbs have been revered in many cultures and
today they are becoming recognized as the premier antiaging
herbs. Everyone can benefit by enhancing their adaptability.
It does not matter how healthy you are or how successful you
are at whatever you are doing. Adaptogenic herbs will eventually
improve your capacities.
The herbs should not really be taken like drugs to overcome
stress. Tonics aren抰
really meant
to be used like that. Adaptogenic herbs help the body to maintain
balance under stressful conditions. By taking the adaptogenic
herbs continuously, even when stressful factors are not strong,
we can handle stress easily and overcome our problems with less
agitation, even when circumstances become extremely stressful.
It has been demonstrated innumerable times in human and animal
studies that the consumption of the adaptogenic herbs reduces
the stress response of the body when we are exposed to severe
acute or chronic stress. Chronic stress over-response has been
proven to be one of the primary causes of disease, aging and
death in humans. Adaptogenic herbs reduce our stress in part
by mitigating the stress response. In addition, they tend to
increase our energy, strengthen our resistance to disease and
protect our nervous and cardiovascular systems. Most of the
adaptogenic herbs have been demonstrated to enhance our mental
capacity significantly.
It takes energy to handle stressful events and forces. It takes
extra energy to thrive in our modern civilization. The tonic
herbs provide that energy. If you are in a weakened condition
and a stressful event occurs, of course you will feel more vulnerable
and more stressed than if you had plenty of energy to deal with
the problem. That is natural. The point, then, is to never run
out of adaptive energy---always have reserve energy so that
when an emergency happens we can deal with it without exhausting
ourselves.
The Primary Adaptogenic Herbs? The Super-Adaptogens
All of the TONIC herbs used in Chinese tonic herbalism contribute
to our adaptability. That is the very nature of a "superior
herb." They all have "double-direction" influences
on our most important systems, such as our nervous system and
endocrine system. But some herbs have special reputations for
helping people adapt and to handle stress in a way that is not
damaging and not exhausting. Here are the super-adaptogens,
the herbs that everybody should be taking to protect themselves
from the ravages of stress.
Reishi, also known by its Latin name Ganoderma is the perfect
herb for these times. It is strengthening, protective and calming
to the nerves. It is both a potent Qi tonic and the ultimate
Shen tonic. It is also the perfect anti-stress herb. Being one
of the greatest adaptogenic herbs, it helps to center you. When
you抮e
taking Reishi you feel adaptive and you feel protected. It is
without question one of the best anti-stress herb in the world.
It is very safe, so you may use as much as you like. Be sure
you are obtaining genuine "log-grown" Duanwood or
wild Reishi.
Ginseng has been known for its ability to help people handle
stress for thousands of years, and is now used by millions of
people to help handle stress more effectively. Ginseng should
be consumed on a regular basis so that when stress occurs, the
body and mind are fully energized and ready. Roots should be
mature and of good pedigree.
Gynostemma ("Southern Ginseng") is a quintessential
adaptogenic stress-fighting herb. Gynostemma can be taken as
a daily tea to ease tension and build energy. This remarkable
herb is said to be cooling and has powerful yet very safe anti-inflammatory
actions throughout the body. Many Chinese and Japanese people
consider it to be a "cure-all herb." I take Gynostemma
every day, and I give it to may mother as well.
Tibetan Rhodiola ("Plateau Ginseng") is an herb that
grows at very high altitudes and under very harsh conditions.
It is one of the greatest adaptogenic herbs in the world. Several
species of Rhodiola are available, but I have found so far that
Tibetan Rhodiola has the best adaptogenic benefits. It is an
outrageously great adaptogenic herb. It has been shown to improve
cardiovascular functioning, improve concentration and memory,
increase physical endurance and modulate the immune system.
It increases our oxygen supply and many people claim it improves
their mood. It is distinctly energizing.
Siberian Ginseng, also known as Acanthopanax or Eleutherococcus,
is the equal of Ginseng in its adaptogenic capabilities. Some
authorities think it is stronger. Siberian Ginseng contains
saponins which balance the nervous system and endocrine system.
It is a superb herb that prevents the negative effects of stress.
It is widely used by athletes, astronauts and business people.
Astragalus root has been one of Asia抯
premier tonic
herbs for over 2000 years. Recent research has shown that Astragalus
is one of the most powerful agents in the world at regulating
the functions of the body. It is a fundamental Qi tonic and
should be a part of any adaptogenic, anti-stress formula. It
is the quintessential "double-direction" herb.
Cordyceps provides deep inner power giving you the fortitude
to deal with stress and the endurance to survive. It is one
of the most strengthening tonics in the world. It is a rare
fungus that is now grown without the need for animal material.
It is a powerful immune system modulator and benefits physical
and mental endurance.
Polyrachis Ant has been called the "herb of kings."
As a matter of fact, ant is considered a premium adaptogenic
substance in the same ranks as Ginseng, Acanthopanax, Schizandra,
Cordyceps, Astragalus, Ganoderma and Gynostemma, the superstars
of Chinese tonic herbalism. It provides abundant energy, while
helping to protect the body from the effects of stress. Though
it is rare, it is still highly sought-after in the Orient for
its life promoting attributes. Ant tonics are widely consumed
in Asia to promote strength, sexual vigor and as a powerful
antiaging agent.
American Ginseng is a close relative of Asian Panax Ginseng.
However, it has a moistening and cooling effect that is absent
in Asian Ginsengs. It is the best form of Ginseng for people
who tend to become hot. It is highly restorative and provides
wonderful long term energy.
Schizandra is a major adaptogenic herb. Schizandra helps keep
you relaxed and alert, improves concentration and strengthens
the nervous system. It helps regulate the liver and is a major
detoxifying herb.
Lycium provides the reserve energy necessary to handle just
about any difficulty. They say that constant consumption of
Lycium will beget a cheerful attitude, and there is 抯
nothing like
good cheer to overcome stress. Lycium, like the other super-tonic
adaptogens, makes you strong, relaxed and resilient.
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