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Stress is an inevitable part of life, and for many people it seems impossible to manage. For the health-conscious among us, it often feels like the hardest challenge to overcome. After all, we can take charge or our health by eating right, exercising and making other good lifestyle choices, but the amount of stress that we are confronted with in our everyday lives seems to be less within our control. But even if we can’t erase stressful situations from our lives, we can give our bodies the tools to defend themselves from the damaging effects of stress. In addition to relaxation techniques and taking vacations, herbal remedies are natural stress-buster that can help us cope during the most difficult times with no side effects.

Ginseng, (Panax ginseng). Many of the historical uses of Panax ginseng (Korean or Chinese ginseng), particularly as a tonic, relate to its ability to enhance adrenal gland function and improve reactions against a variety of stresses. Ginseng is defined as an ‘adaptogen’, defined as agents that:

• Protect against both mental and physical fatigue;
• Provide non-specific resistance against stress;
• Normalise an abnormal state caused by some excess or deficient physiological factor.

Much of ginseng’s adaptogenic and anti-stress activity relates to its influence on the adrenal gland.

Numerous studies have demonstrated that ginseng possesses an ability to improve the ability of humans to withstand extremely stressful conditions (heat, noise, motion, work load increase, exercise, decompression), increase mental alertness and work output, and improve the quality of work under stressful conditions and athletic performance.

It appears, based on extensive research, that ginseng acts via nervous system control mechanisms to adjust metabolic and functional systems that maintain homeostasis during the challenges of stress. This is very similar to the way a thermostat maintains temperature. Ginseng improves adrenal gland function and counteracts any shrinkage of the adrenal gland due to continued stress or corticosteroid drugs.

Ginsenosides are the active components of ginseng. The dosage of ginseng as a general tonic and anti-stress agent should reflect a ginsenoside content of 25 to 50 mg per day. For a high- quality ginseng root this would mean a dose of 1 to 2 grams per day in divided doses. Since the average ginsenoside content of the highest quality root is approximately 2 per cent, a 2 gram daily dose would contain approximately 20 to 40 mg of ginsenosides. Ginseng extracts standardised for ginsenosides are available, and provide greater quality control and therapeutic consistency.
Like Korean ginseng, Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) is also an adaptogen that has been shown to protect against the effects of physical and mental stress. Siberian ginseng is generally regarded as a more subtle adaptogen than Panax ginseng.

Most important is its ability to normalize the hormone called cortisol, which is the chief culprit when it comes to stress-related illnesses.

Cortisol functions to increase blood sugar and maintain adequate blood pressure in times of stress. Blood sugar rises to provide more fuel for energy, and our heart rate and blood pressure soar to increase the flow of blood to the brain for heightened awareness. Digestion is de- prioritized as blood travels away from the gastrointestinal tract to the large muscles of the arms and legs to provide more strength for combat or speed for getting away from potential danger.

Besides ginseng, a comprehensive stress management program should also include regular exercise, regular relaxation techniques and a diet rich in potassium. Stress management is simply one component of a healthy lifestyle.

When feeling overwhelmed during the holidays, reach for the natural healthy tonic for the extra boost you need, Ginseng.

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From: Dr. Anca Martalog, N.D- survivors’ coach of cancer survivors’ network http://www.telehealthsecrets.com