Why Daily Self-Care Should Never Be Optional Plus 4 Ways to Practice It
Posted by onI’m sure you have heard about the importance of taking care of yourself as well! If you don’t take care of you, you certainly cannot take care of others, or at least at the level you would want to. Daily self-care is not selfish, and it should never be optional. Not only is it necessary for mental health, but it can make you a better you for yourself and everyone you love around you.
The 3 Best Adaptogenic Herbs & Mushrooms to Increase Energy During Exercise
Posted by onIf you are super active or are just looking for a little extra energy during exercise, adaptogens can help. Adaptogenic herbs are great for reducing fatigue and supporting the body. They also make for a much healthier option than many mainstream energizing supplements. While there are so many energizing supplements on the market today, they don’t come without consequences. Some of them are packed with caffeine, while others contain artificial stimulants that can leave you feeling wired and can even spike your heart rate. This is not what you want, especially when you will be naturally elevating your heart rate during exercise.
An Ashwagandha Smoothie Bowl Recipe to Help You Stay Calm & Centered All Day
Posted by onAcai smoothie bowls have become super popular, so much so that you may even find them on the menu at your local juice or smoothie bar. They are a delicious way to pack in powerful antioxidants, superfoods, and even your daily dose of greens.
However, you can also whip up a smoothie bowl using ashwagandha powder making it a powerful calming and delicious way to start your day.
Here’s an ashwagandha smoothie bowl recipe that you can make in under 10 minutes to help you stay calm and centered all day.
Anxiety & Digestive Health Issues. Plus, Which Adaptogens Can Help
Posted by onAnxiety and digestive health issues are two things that many Americans suffer from on a regular basis, and the two are more closely connected than you may think. New research is emerging about the amazing connection between the gut and the brain. There is also research on the gut microbiome and imbalanced gut flora leading to things like anxiety and depression.
So many of us live very hectic lifestyles that it’s easy to forget to slow down and take care of ourselves. This can significantly disrupt our sleep, and not getting enough sleep can have a direct impact on our health.
In this post, you will learn how to calm a racing mind to help get a better night sleep.
The Five Reasons You Should be Taking Cordyceps
Posted by onHave you heard about cordyceps mushrooms? If not, you may be surprised at exactly what they can do for your overall health.
Here at Dr. Vim’s, we use cordyceps in our adaptogenic blends for a couple of different reasons. Let’s start by talking about what cordyceps are, and then how they can benefit your health.
How to Calm a Racing Mind and Get a Better Night Sleep
Posted by onIf you find yourself tossing and turning at night or having a hard time relaxing enough to get to sleep, it may be time to implement some stress-reducing techniques.
So many of us live very hectic lifestyles that it’s easy to forget to slow down and take care of ourselves. This can significantly disrupt our sleep, and not getting enough sleep can have a direct impact on our health.
In this post, you will learn how to calm a racing mind to help get a better night sleep.
4 Things You Can do When You Are Stressed Out at Work
Posted by onWork have you stressed to the max? The modern-day American works a 9-5 job which often requires long hours strapped to a desk with little time to break away and take a breather. This can make for a very stressful day which can cause us to feel tense, irritable, and anxious.
The good news is that there are some things you can do to feel a little more relaxed and centered to get through your day. Let’s take a look at 4 things you can do when you are stressed at work.
You may be familiar with SSRI drugs that help with the reuptake of serotonin. However, there are some natural ways to help support healthy serotonin levels as well.
Food plays a huge role in our overall health, and supporting serotonin levels is no exception here. There are certain foods that are rich in tryptophan which is an amino acid that synthesizes serotonin. Not having enough tryptophan in the body has been linked to things like depression and anxiety, so taking a good look at your diet is an important part of supporting mental health.
The Benefits of Adaptogenic Herbs for Adrenal Fatigue
Posted by onAdrenal fatigue is a term that is coming up more and more as more people find themselves living demanding lives, working long hours, and setting aside little time for rest and relaxation.
How to Use Holy Basil Tea for Stress, Fatigue, and Anxiety (Plus a Recipe)
Posted by onHoly basil is a wonderful adaptogenic herb that can be extremely helpful for reducing stress, anxiety, while also providing the body with non-jittery and focused energy. This powerful herb has been used in India for over 5,000 years, and has also been known to help promote longevity making it an overall excellent health promoting adaptogen.
An Adaptogenic Vanilla Hazelnut Latte Recipe That’s Better Than Your Morning Cup of Coffee!
Posted by onHow does your morning start? Do you run for the kitchen and pour yourself a cup of coffee to kick your day into high gear? This is how many of us get through a busy day, and some of us can’t function without our cup of joe.
But, what if there was a better and healthier way? This adaptogenic vanilla hazelnut latte recipe has everything you need to get your day off on the right foot.
Plus, it is absolutely delicious, and you don’t have to suffer from indigestion or that jittery feeling you get from excessive caffeine. Not only that, but this latte can also help you feel centered and ready to tackle the day ahead with a clear mind.
So, are you ready to ditch the coffee addiction once and for all? Give this adaptogenic vanilla hazelnut latte recipe a try. It may just be what your body needs to feel relaxed and energized all at the same time.