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action is through the down-regulating of Glutamate receptors, which overstimulate the mind and body. It also works through the Endocannabinoid system in a similar manner to CBD. Animal studies have shown that Magnolia Bark has a direct regulating effect on the HPA-axis which reduces the negative effects of stress and helps with the associated depression. A typical dosage would be 250 mg/day an hour before bed. An additional 250 mg can be used for break through anxiety.
Roseroot (Rhodiola rosea) has been shown in research to reduce cortisol and down- regulate the HPA-axis. Roseroot (Rhodiola rosea) has been shown in research to reduce cortisol and down-regulate the HPA-axis. It has the benefit of working within 30 minutes and lasting for up to six hours making it one of the most effective adaptogens. Rhodiola dosage at 600 mg/day has been shown to reduce burnout and stressed induced fatigue.
Ashwagandha is unique as an adaptogen because its mechanism of action involves modulating the GABA receptors to promote a sense of calm and reduce triggering the HPA-axis. Research has shown that a dosage of 300 mg twice a day is helpful for stress reduction and weight loss.
The examples above are only a sample of the adaptogens available. Adaptogens have been linked to numerous health benefits: improved cognitive function, sleep, energy, moods, physical endurance, sexual desire and function to name just a few. The underlying reason for their wide-ranging health benefits comes from their combined ability to reduce the function or stimulation of the HPA axis, which relieves overstimulation on both the endocrine and nervous system.
Nutritional supplements offer several advantages over other methods to help PTSD sufferers including; they are highly effective, safe, affordable and have minimal side
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