BURNOUT: 5 super powders to prevent it
I’m constantly working, training, practicing, learning. Repeat. Burnout is not just a trending word coined by the wellness world, it’s a very real syndrome.
As if it’s not enough that we work 9-5 FT jobs, but a lot of us are extending the work day to make time for our passion projects, side hustles and fitting anything and everything possible into our days. Lets get real, life is expensive - and if you’re anything me, you’re pushing yourself to be the best version EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. to reach your dream. Which is AWESOME — BUT…this is why health plays a vital role in reaching your dream. [ Here are a 5 things I do daily that help me consistently kick ass on the daily. ]
And below, are 5 herbal Ayurvedic aids that come in handy. They me help combat stress, heal deep exhaustion and improve my sleep - allowing me to keep on being a go-getter on on road to reaching my dream.
Tea remedy for being over-worked:
1 cup of ginseng or ashwagandha tea once or twice a day.
Get back to badass with these herbal supps:
Ashwaghanda
Stress-relief must-have. Ashwaghanda may be a trending wellness word these days, but this adaptogen has been around for a long time in the Ayurvedic world. As an adaptogen, it can help your body manage stress.
> reduces cortisol (stress hormone) levels
> reduces stress + anxiety
> reduces symptoms of depression
> anti-cancer properties
> increase muscle mass + strength
> reduce inflammation
> improve heart health
> improve brain function + memory
My favorite brands for Ashwaghanda:
> Moon Juice
Reishi
A personal favorite, Reishi is a staple in my life as a stress mgmt tonic in the evening. This vital mushroom fights infections and cancer in the body while doing other important jobs, like protecting our immune systems and helping you get a nightly restore.
> supports the body’s sleep cycle
> helps you chill out | adapt to stress
> boosts immune system
> fights fatigue
> fights depression
> high in antioxidants
My favorite brands for Reishi:
> Four Sigmatic
Rhodiola
As an adaptogen, Rhodiola Rosea increases your body’s resistance to stress and may help in stressful situations. It’s been studied to help with life and work related fatigue, exhaustion and anxiety.
> improve symptoms of burnout
> decreases stress
> improves depression
> alleviate fatigue
> helps increase attention
> improves brain function
> improves exercise function
My favorite brands for Rhodiola:
> Gaia Herbs
Astragalus
Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this root has been used for immunity and to help fight against illnesses.
> enhances immune system
> increase white blood cell production (cells that fight illness!)
> improve chronic fatigue
> anti-cancer effects
Other benefits: improves heart function, improved seasonal allergy symptoms, improve kidney function, help control blood sugar levels, alleviate side effects of chemo
My favorite Astragalus brands:
> Sun Potion
Tulsi aka
Holy Basil
This plant and adaptogen can help you combat many types of stress — emotional, physical or chemical.
> enhances immune system
> improves sleep cycle
> reduces exhaustion
> reduces stress
> helps with forgetfulness
> anti-anxiety
> anti-depression
My favorite Tulsi / Holy Basil brands:
> New Chapter
