Chronic stress may cause hormonal imbalance, lowered egg and sperm
health, as well as create a lack of libido. Herbs that support healthy
stress response, nourish the nervous system and support endocrine
function are important.
- Ashwagandha root (Withania somnifera): Both a nervine and adaptogen. Works to re-regulate thyroid and adrenal gland function. Supports overall endocrine system function for improved stress response and hormonal balance.
- Bee Pollen/Propolis: Bee pollen has been reported to have great results in boosting immunity and fertility. Bee propolis has been found to support healthy immune, inflammation and stress response in the body. Learn more here…
- Chamomile flowers (Matricaria recutita): This herb is a nervine and mild sedative it may help to reduce stress, relax the nervous system and induce a restful state in the body.
- Eluthero root and stem bark (Elueutherococcus senticosus): Strengthens the immune system. Great for people under severe stress. This herb helps people to feel better, perform better and recover from immune suppression more quickly.
- Fo-ti, also known as Ho Shou Wu or He Shou Wu, root (Polygonum multiflorum): According to TCM helps to restore jing (life essence). Supports both thyroid and adrenal function, both are extremely important and sensitive to stress. The vine and leaf are sometimes used to aid stress, nervous tension and insomnia. Learn more here…
- Lemon Balm leaf (Melissa officinalis): Excellent nervous system support. Supports healthy stress response, lessens depression and anxiety. Good emotional health, and stress response is important prior to conception. Not for use for people with hypothyroidism.
- Linden flower and bract (Tilia platyphyllos, T.cordata): Mildly lowers blood pressure, reduction in depression, supports nervous system function. Great for anxiety, depression and insomnia, very gentle and safe.
- Maca root (Lepidium meyenii): Maca is a nourishing food for the endocrine system, aiding both the pituitary, adrenal, and thyroid glands (all involved in hormonal balance.) Supportive of both immune and stress response on the body. Learn more here…
- Motherwort aerial parts (Leonurus cardiaca): Famous herbalist Nicholas Culpepper 1616-1654 said, “There is no better herb to drive away melancholy vapours from the heart, to strengthen it and make the mind cheerful.” Supports heart health, reduces anxiety. Learn more here…
- Schisandra, fruit and seed (Schisandra chinensis): Adaptogen, supports healthy hormonal balance through endocrine system support. Promotes proper immune and stress response.
- Shatavari root (Asparagus racemosus): Not only does this herb support healthy fertility, it is an immune system and nutritive tonic. Supports overall immune system function. Learn more here…
- Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum): Reishi is well known adapotogen,* shown to improve adrenal cortical function, which is why it has the ability to support the body during states of stress. Learn more here…
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