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HERBS TO ENHANCE YOUR PERFORMANCE

Adaptogens are a group of remarkable plants that have been used for thousands of years to help the body adapt to stress and to help restore balance. They provide a defence response to acute or chronic stress and increase the body’s resistance to stress. Adaptogens have gained popularity in modern healthcare, and their ancient wisdom has been translated into contemporary products that can help you with those modern-day stressors.

Athletes and fitness enthusiasts are always looking for ways to enhance their performance, and adaptogens have been found to be a natural way to help. Here are five that could help you perform and recover better…

RHODIOLA

Rhodiola was taken by Vikings to enhance mental and physical endurance. This fascinating plant grows in low-oxygen conditions at high altitudes. Research has demonstrated that rhodiola can reduce fatigue, increase the

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