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This powerhouse formula combines short-term and long-term adrenal support herbs to rebuild healthy adrenal function along with generous amounts of pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) and vitamin C which are co-factors necessary for the adrenal glands to make their stress-managing hormones.

The purpose of any natural adrenal support is to calm down excessive production and to restore the body’s ability to make enough cortisol, adrenaline, and other hormones that cope with stress. We aim to replenish adrenals whose hormone output is flat or low, often after prolonged stress when a person may feel they have no reserves left to draw upon; we also want to reduce the chronic alertness that makes it hard to unwind or sleep. We use astragalus, eleutherococcus and ashwagandha for months or up to years to help maintain energy, alertness, strong reserves, and coping abilities, plus these herbs are also immune boosters.

The effects of these botanicals are enhanced by schizandra and holy basil. For many years we’ve also seen excellent results using Adrenal Assist with our patients who have sluggish thyroid function as adrenal support can help normalize the thyroid system. Our patients prefer this easy formula as Adrenal Assist capsules turn out to be as effective as adrenal herb tinctures and are easier to take and transport.

About this product

Adaptogens are plant derived compounds that normalize endocrine function and support adaptation to environmental stress. Adaptogenic herbs modulate stress responses, enhancing energy production and sleep quality. They can improve immune function, fatigue, elevated cortisol levels, adrenal deficiency, low DHEAS, chronic infection, and possibly memory and exercise intolerance.

Astragalus is a root, which may be used whole and powdered, or the bark may be isolated. It is a potent adrenal and immune supporter; its flavonoids can increase the activity of B cell and macrophage white blood cells and improve immune responses against bacteria and viruses. It is also documented to stabilize blood sugar for diabetes, and to help kidney filtration.

Eleutherococcus is an adaptogenic herb that helps reduce fatigue, supports attention and cognition, and helps the body cope during periods of stress. An adaptogen is defined as: (1) it must be harmless and cause minimal or no disorder to physiology, (2) it should increase resistance to a wide array of physical or biochemical stressors and not just a few, and (3) it has a normalizing effect, either increasing or calming responses to bring them closer to optimal healthy function.

Rhodiola root has been used for centuries in cold climates to enhance endurance. Studies show it can reduce fatigue following sleep deprivation and offset stress-induced increases in appetite and weight gain. Rhodiola also has gentle anti-depressant and mood-elevating effects.

Vitamin B5 is essential for all tissue life and metabolic processes. It is part of coenzyme A (CoA), a molecule necessary for numerous vital chemical reactions in our cells. Vitamin B5 is required for the metabolism of food carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, and for making essential hormones and cholesterol.

Schizandra berries are adaptogenic, acting to normalize the stress response by either calming or enhancing it as needed. It may increase energy, physical performance, and endurance. Schizandra may also boost muscular activity, improve cellular energy, act as a liver tonic, improve recovery speed after surgery, energize RNA-DNA to rebuild cells and reputably increase lifespan.

Maca is sometimes known as Peruvian ginseng; it is related to the radish and acts to enhance energy, stamina, and resistance to cold temperatures.

Contents

3 caps provide:

Vitamin C, buffered (ascorbate) 500mg
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxal-5-phosphate) 50mg
Vitamin B5 (calcium pantothenate) 100mg
Calcium (as calcium ascorbate) 57 mg
Magnesium bisglycinate chelate 50 mg
Zinc bisglycinate chelate 10 mg
Rhodiola rosea extract ( 3% rosavins, 1% salidroside) 200mg
Astragalus root 150mg
Ashwagandha root extract (3.5% withanolides) 100mg
Holy basil leaf extract (2.5% ursolic acid)100mg
Panax Ginseng extract (10% ginsenosides) 100mg
Schizandra berry 75mg
Eleuthero (Eleutherococcus senticosus) root extract 50 mg

Other Ingredients: Vegan capsule (HPMC, water) calcium laurate

This product does not contain preservatives, binders, artificial flavorings or colorings, sugars, lactose, salt, wheat, gluten, soybeans, milk derivatives, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish or shellfish.

Cautions

Always take natural remedies under the supervision of your health care provider. Do not use Astragalus, Eleutherococcus, Ashwagandha, Schizandra, Panax, Maca, Holy Basil, or Vitamin B5 without the advice of your healthcare professional if you are also taking medicines for thyroid disorders, immunosuppression, or sedatives.

Take with caution and only with a medical professional’s advice if you have an autoimmune disorder, insomnia, bi-polar disorder, are on thyroid medications, immunosuppressive medications, or sedative medications.

Avoid during pregnancy and lactation unless under the guidance of your physician.