STREST

HOLY BASIL-RHODIOLA
ADAPTOGEN COMBO
GIVES MOTIVATION A BOOST
Terry Vanderheyden, ND
St. Francis Herb Farm, Inc.

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Many people, including myself, have resolved to get off the

couch and exercise more often this year to shed some of those
extra pounds. Many resolutions to improve fitness, however, soon
vanish due to a lack of motivation. Fortunately, theres an herbal
solution that fosters the get-up-and-go many of us need to begin
exercising: adaptogens.
Adaptogen a term coined by Russian scientists in the 1950s
refers to herbs that act to increase energy levels, promote a general
sense of well being, reduce sickness and diminish the negative
physical impacts of excess stress. For many decades, elite athletes
in Russia, Germany and China have used adaptogen herbs as
training aids. These herbs can significantly shorten recovery times
between workouts, enabling athletes to train harder, longer and
more intensely with fewer repercussions.
Strest, St. Francis Herb Farms celebrated adaptogen formula,
increases motivation, energy levels and well-being, and improves
ones ability to function effectively during stressful periods. It is
an adrenal tonic; the adrenal glands produce adrenaline the
hormone that stimulates the flight-or-fight response. Prolonged
stress tends to weaken the adrenal gland, leading to decreased
immune function, mood and energy levels, and increased
inflammation.

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Adaptogen formulas stimulate adrenal function and can be used

safely over the long term to enhance energy and motivation,
and promote detoxification. A World Health Organization
review confirmed that adaptogens improved physical and mental
performance under stressful conditions and reduced the incidence
of illness (WHO 1999).
Strests unique formula incorporates holy basil and rhodiola.
Used for millennia in Ayurveda (the traditional medicine of
India), holy basil surpassed 50 adaptogens screened for anti-stress
activity (Singh and Hoette 2002). Users report that holy basil has a
centring effect. Rhodiola has been found to heighten alertness
and energy for at least 4-6 hours (Panossian and Wagner 2005).
Taken together, holy basil and rhodiola improve mental and
physical focus.
A balanced tonic completely safe for long-term use, St. Francis
Herb Farms adaptogen formula is available in both liquid and
convenient encapsulated form. Crafted with art and integrity by
veteran herbalist Jeremy Rivett-Carnac, Strest is another elegant
and effective St. Francis Herb Farm formula that stands the test
of time.
For more information, contact St. Francis Herb Farm or visit our
website at www.stfrancisherbfarm.com.
Terry Vanderheyden, ND, has practiced in Ontario since graduating
from the CCNM in 1994, specializing in homeopathic, nutritional
and botanical therapies. He also works as a research consultant to
St. Francis Herb Farm, Inc. Terry lives in Barrys Bay with his wife
Laurie and his five children.
References:
WHO Monographs on Selected Medicinal Plants. Volume 2. Geneva:
World Health Organization; 1999.
Singh N and Hoette Y. Tulsi: The Mother Medicine of Nature. Lucknow,
Delhi: International Institute of Herbal Medicine (IIHM); 2002.
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Panossian A, Wagner H. Stimulating effect of adaptogens: an overview
with particular reference to their efficacy following single dose
administration. Phytother Res. 2005 Oct;19(10):819-38.
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Strest
Strest is an exceptional formula containing six carefully
chosen herbs with powerful adaptogenic properties that
have proven highly effective in alleviating the stresses of
modern life. Strest increases motivation, energy levels and
well-being, and improves ones ability to function effectively
during stressful periods. The ingredients in this superbly
blended combination have many years of traditional use
behind them. And, modern clinical and laboratory work has
confirmed their significant therapeutic benefits.

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