WTF are: Adaptogens?
Nutrition For Mortals
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Evaluating Adaptogens: Tradition Meets Science
This chapter examines the concept of adaptogens, focusing on their historical significance and current scientific evaluations. The speakers discuss the challenges of translating animal research to human applications, highlighting studies on ginseng and ashwagandha that show potential benefits but also limitations. They critique the marketing of these herbal remedies in the wellness industry, calling for more rigorous clinical studies to support their claims.
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