September is a magnificent month, but as the change of season approaches, our body may experience some difficulties: the days become shorter and energy decreases, activities resume and stress makes itself felt again, we struggle to concentrate and find the energy for an active life.
How to do? To overcome particularly intense periods of activity, recover energy more quickly and improve our study, work and even sporting performance, it is possible to use some plant-based supplements.
Ginseng: tonic and adaptogen for a boost of energy
A particularly effective plant is, for example, Ginseng . It is known for its tonic and adoptogenic properties and belongs to the Araliaceae family. The roots are mainly used, similar to tubers with an elongated shape and white colour. The roots of ginseng vaguely resemble a human figure and this has contributed to attributing many qualities to the plant. Its scientific name, Panax, means panacea, cure for all ills. It is native to eastern Asia, northern China, Korea and Siberia, but also grows in North America, and prefers harsh climates.
Ginseng roots are particularly rich in vitamins, essential oils and ginsenoids, particular substances to which ginseng owes its anti-stress abilities. Taking ginseng improves performance and combats asthenia and concentration difficulties because it stimulates brain and adrenal activity.
We said that ginseng has adaptogenic abilities: it means that its quality is to allow those who take it to develop a better response to the surrounding environment.
Maca: a highly effective phytotherapeutic remedy from the Andes
Sometimes ginseng can be used in association with Maca , made up of the root of a plant that lives in the Andes, Lepidium Meyenii Walp of the brassica family, also called Peruvian ginseng.
Maca also has great adaptogenic abilities, its roots appear as rounded tubers, similar to turnips, varying in color from yellow to red. Rich in amino acids, vitamins of groups A, C and B and carbohydrates and fibre, it is recommended in case of anemia .
It is born and grows on the Andes mountain range between 2500 and 3000 meters above sea level in truly impossible climatic conditions. Pre-Columbian civilizations considered it a true gift from the gods, for its nutritional values and its tonic qualities.
Ginseng, Maca, Eleutherococcus, a boost of energy to face the resumption of activities in a big way. A valid aid to combat stress, improve mental and physical performance
Its energizing properties make it a perfect supplement for the autumn season. Some studies accredit it as an effective remedy for menstrual pain, it also seems that in addition to an aphrodisiac action (it is known as Peruvian Viagra) it also has beneficial effects on male and female fertility since thanks to the presence of alkaloids and sterols it has an balanced on hormones.
Eleutherococcus: women's ginseng
The third element that can represent a useful ally against the stress of recovery is Eleutherococcus . It is a thorny plant that can reach two and a half meters in height, originally from north-eastern Russia, it grows spontaneously in Siberia, Mongolia, China and Japan. Its flowers are violet yellow, while the fruits are intense red, almost black berries.
Considered an elixir of life, it was said to be used by Russian athletes and astronauts as an indispensable supplement.
Rich in substances such as sterols, coumarins and phenolic acids, it is able to activate the metabolism and promote a positive response of the body to external stress stimuli.
It is defined as women's ginseng because it has a more balanced action than other stimulating supplements, improves performance without inducing states of anxiety or nervousness and its active ingredients are particularly well received by the female body.
Eleutherococcus is known for its invigorating qualities and has positive effects on the immune system , in particular it seems effective for keeping flu symptoms under control and reducing their incidence.
Ginseng, maca and eleuthorococcus are three precious allies to face autumn with tonicity and energy.