How to Use adaptogen in a Sentence
adaptogen
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The point of taking adaptogens is to feel calm — but Thomason notes that for some, there may be some contradictory side effects.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 18 May 2024
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It's considered an adaptogen, aka a plant that's thought to help the body adapt to stress.
—Health.com, 28 Oct. 2021
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It’s considered an adaptogen and is said to help the body deal with stress.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 14 June 2023
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In herbal medicine, adaptogens are non-toxic plants that help the body adapt to stress and maintain a sense of well-being.
—Meirav Devash, Marie Claire, 24 May 2019
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Cannabis, adaptogens, juice cleanses and more trendy ways to practice self-care.
—Olivia Hall, The Seattle Times, 3 July 2018
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Dust $38 at moonjuice.com A powder that made of adaptogens and herbs that relieve stress to promote sleep, Dream Dust will do the trick if the cozy throw blanket doesn't.
—Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 9 Mar. 2023
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On the flip side, if your body has a low stress response, adaptogens might increase it to restore balance.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 29 Mar. 2023
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The programming did not befit a person who knows what adaptogens are.
—Lauren Oyler, Harper’s Magazine , 10 Apr. 2023
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His goal is to increase the understanding and awareness of adaptogens.
—New York Times, 1 June 2018
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Maca, on the other hand, is a natural adaptogen that is known to increase energy and stamina and improve mood.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 14 Oct. 2023
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These are not wines that have been stripped of their alcohol, but rather concoctions of teas, adaptogens, herbs and fruits designed to be winelike in weight, texture and flavor.
—Dave McIntyre, Washington Post, 10 Aug. 2023
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Two-fold are adaptogens, which serve a similar purpose.
—Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2018
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This beneficial adaptogen has been used for thousands of years.
—Karen Asp, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2023
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Bacon says the adaptogen combo is said to lower cortisol levels by up to 24 percent.
—Sarah Kinonen, Allure, 7 June 2018
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This recipe features nutmeg (a natural sleep aid) and ashwagandha (an adaptogen that helps your body deal with stress) to shepherd you to dreamland.
—Aliza Abarbanel, Bon Appetit, 5 Apr. 2018
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This recipe features nutmeg (a natural sleep aid) and ashwagandha (an adaptogen that helps your body deal with stress) to shepherd you to dreamland.
—Kiki Flynn, Bon Appetit, 14 June 2017
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Now there are more than 400 kombucha brands, pushing him to look for additional sales with a new type of tea made with plant adaptogens derived from medicinal mushrooms.
—Patrick McGroarty, WSJ, 28 Aug. 2018
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Research has found this adaptogen (aka extracts of the root of the shrub ashwagandha) to have ample physical health benefits.
—Brierley Horton, Ms, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2020
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Research has found this adaptogen (a.k.a. extracts of the root of the shrub ashwagandha) to have ample physical health benefits.
—Brierley Horton, Ms, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2022
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What was funnier was meeting with beauty editors year after year who were asking about Moon Juice, adaptogens, dust, and what was in my beauty routine.
—Kathleen Hou, The Cut, 27 June 2018
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Chalk it all up to a mixture of genetics, diet (including a regimented food plan full of adaptogens and activated cashews), and the brand’s new skin-care line.
—Kathleen Hou, The Cut, 27 June 2018
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This supplement contains six adaptogens and herbs that have been used in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine for centuries to support mood, the way the body handles stress, increasing energy, and hormone balance.
—Lainey Younkin, Ms, Rd, Parents, 15 May 2024
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As an adaptogen, it is frequently utilized to bring down pressure and adjust chemicals.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 6 Jan. 2024
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This powdered sip contains seven different adaptogens that can spike everything from your tea to your smoothie.
—Allison Young, Sunset, 22 Jan. 2018
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Also in each little ampoule: Extracts of ashwagandha, an adaptogen that has shown promise in helping the body cope with anxiety.
—Jenna Rennert, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2017
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From there, a laundry list of bitters, herbs, botanicals, roots and adaptogens are added to create something that’s best enjoyed slowly and thoughtfully — preferably seaside.
—Allison Robicelli, Anchorage Daily News, 14 July 2023
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As an adaptogen, this herb works by helping normalize cortisol levels and regulate the adrenal system.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 16 Dec. 2022
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Members get to sample a rotating assortment of four flavors infused with herbs and adaptogens and have exclusive access to preview the brand’s new releases.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appétit, 21 Nov. 2023
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And while adaptogens have been shown in studies to blunt the effects of stress, more research is needed on other claims—especially since not all adaptogens are created equal, says Atlanta dietitian Marisa Moore.
—Harper's BAZAAR, 10 Aug. 2023
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Essentially, adaptogens are therapeutic herbs that support the body in combating and adapting to stress.
—Carrie Murphy, chicagotribune.com, 20 Nov. 2019
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