Adaptogens

180 Vegetarian Capsules

 

 

 

$40.00

Adaptogens

The Basics

Adaptogens are unique class of herbal ingredients used to improve the health of your Adrenal system. They strengthen the body’s response to stress and enhance it’s ability to cope with anxiety and fight fatigue.

By tonifying and rejuvenating the entire adrenal system, they promote the healthy regulation of cortisol the “stress hormone”. They’re called adaptogens because of their unique ability to “adapt” their function according to your body’s specific needs.

How to take them

Take 3 capsules twice a day with meals or as directed by your health care practitioner.

Ingredients

A balanced formula of Adaptogenic herbs to improve your body’s response to stress and a blend of B vitamins with Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) included for it’s role in helping the body generate energy from food.

Contents

180 capsules

WHEN YOU NEED SOMETHING MORE

If you’re exhausted or depleted and looking for a little more, Dr. Lipman’s Fatigue Fighting Plan provides a more structured approach to end exhaustion.

Drink a Recharge shake in the morning
Take 3 Adaptogen capsules and one packet of Daily Dose with your shake.
Take 3 Adaptogen capsules plus Daily Dose with lunch.
Follow the Daily Living Eating Plan and Shopping List for guidelines on how to replenish your system with fresh, wholesome, nutrient-rich foods.

DR. LIPMANS FATIGUE FIGHTING PLAN



ADAPTOGENS


Directions

As a dietary supplement, take 3 capsules twice a day with meals or as directed by your health care practitioner.

Formulated to exclude wheat, yeast, gluten, eggs, dairy, soy, artificial colors, flavors, sugars, preservatives or ingredients of animal origin.

WARNING: If you are pregnant, nursing or have hypertension, diabetes, or kidney or liver disorders, consult your healthcare practitioner before use. If you experience headaches, sleeplessness or heart palpitations discontinue use and consult your healthcare practitioner.

Store in a cool, dry, dark place. Keep out of the reach of children. Naturally occurring color, size and shape may vary between lots.

Manufactured in an NSF certified GMP registered facility. GMP refers to the Good Manufacturing Practice regulations as put forth by the US Food and Drug Administration. For more information on NSF see www.nsf.org

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Product Ingredients

ADAPTOGENS

Herbs to improve your body’s response to stress

Eleuthero
Ashwaganda
American Ginseng
Rhodiola Rosea
Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) is included for it’s role in helping the body generate energy from food

Contents

180 Capsules



Directions

As a dietary supplement, take 3 capsules twice a day with meals or as directed by your health care practitioner.

Formulated to exclude wheat, yeast, gluten, eggs, dairy, soy, artificial colors, flavors, sugars, preservatives or ingredients of animal origin.

WARNING: If you are pregnant, nursing or have hypertension, diabetes, or kidney or liver disorders, consult your healthcare practitioner before use. If you experience headaches, sleeplessness or heart palpitations discontinue use and consult your healthcare practitioner.

Store in a cool, dry, dark place. Keep out of the reach of children. Naturally occurring color, size and shape may vary between lots.

Manufactured in an NSF certified GMP registered facility. GMP refers to the Good Manufacturing Practice regulations as put forth by the US Food and Drug Administration. For more information on NSF see www.nsf.org

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FAQ's

 

I forgot to take my pills today – what should I do?

No need for concern, just continue with them the next day.

I only took one dose today – what should I do?

No need to do anything, just continue taking as you would normally.

Is Adaptogens suitable for children?

No, we do not recommend them for children.

May I take them if I am pregnant or nursing?

No, we do not recommend them for pregnant or nursing women.

When is the best time to take them?

We recommend taking two tablets with breakfast and then two again with lunch to avoid possible interference with sleep.

Are there any side effects?

Adaptogens is well tolerated. However, there can be the occasional side effect of sleeplessness if taken late in the day and also mild agitation.

How long should I stay on Adaptogens?

We recommend using Adaptogens for 3 months and then taking a break for 3 weeks. If you feel you need them again after the 3-week break, repeat the cycle.

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Research

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