adaptogen
noun
a substance, usually derived from a plant, that is alleged to support the body while it is under stress and help it return to normal functioning afterward.
adaptogens
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pluralof adaptogen.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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“It’s unknown whether the dose that most people can buy of adaptogens on the market are high enough to produce a medicinal effect,” Ellis said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 25, 2024
De Soi, a non-alcoholic aperitif made with natural adaptogens.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 25, 2024
There are theories about why people may report less stress after taking ashwagandha, based on what experts know about adaptogens overall.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 10, 2023
Many adaptogens are also marketed as helping consumers manage stress.
From Salon ● Mar. 3, 2022
As members sipped from their glasses, Joey Rubin, a leader of the group’s Los Angeles chapter, explained that the drink contained adaptogens, herbs said to increase focus and stimulate creativity.
From New York Times ● Mar. 2, 2022
