Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha may help lower stress and support hormone balance, though effects can vary.

Recommended

For stress and hormonal balance.

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The strongest voice

“yes ashwagandha and glycine can help in the short term but fundamentally you need to address the root cause”

a molecular biology PhD · source video · 00:08:50

In their own words

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a molecular biology PhD conditional
“Ashwagandha alters serotonin receptors which can lead to anhedonia and reduced pleasure in some individuals.”

a molecular biology PhD · TikTok video

a registered holistic nutritionist recommend
“Contains premium ashwagandha extract and no fillers or artificial additives”

a registered holistic nutritionist · source video · 00:00:00 sponsored

a certified nutrition specialist recommend
“Ashwagandha is a safe adaptogen that can help lower elevated cortisol and reduce itching.”

a certified nutrition specialist · source video · 00:33:00 sponsored

a licensed acupuncturist and clinician-educator against
“Feeding children a vegan diet can be neglectful and dangerous due to risks like brain damage and nutrient deficiencies that B12 supplementation alone may not fix adequately.”

a licensed acupuncturist and clinician-educator · source video · 00:01:30

a licensed naturopathic doctor conditional
“Adaptogens may help modulate stress response but should be tailored individually.”

a licensed naturopathic doctor · Instagram reel

a licensed naturopathic doctor recommend
“Adaptogens can help tolerate stressors better”

a licensed naturopathic doctor · Instagram reel

Worth discussing with your GP, especially if you take medication or are pregnant. Entrain describes what is publicly taught; it does not prescribe.

Journaling

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Strong consensus

“jamie pennebaker's work i really like the idea of the importance of journaling the importance of getting your emotions out you know reflecting on the experience on paper or electronically”

a licensed acupuncturist and clinician-educator · source video · 00:26:30

Social connection

Social connection is foundational for well-being and supports both mental and physical health throughout life.

Strong consensus

“it's so important that we do spend time with people we love and trust and we build those relationships through through having meals with others through going to social events”

a licensed acupuncturist and clinician-educator · source video · 00:01:30

Parasympathetic activation

Prioritizing rest and digest states helps balance stress and recovery.

Strong consensus

“We actually have to actively pursue a more parasympathetic state in order to achieve it today I think it's kind of an unprecedented time for our species”

a Princeton-trained molecular biology PhD · source video · 00:55:30