INGREDIENTS

Ashwagandha is one of the few non-stimulating adaptogens.  It improves the body’s resistance to stress and can help to maintain mental balance. 

Our ashwagandha comes from pure ground root, with nothing added, as has been used by herbalists through the ages.

Chaga, in common with many other medicinal mushrooms, is noted for its effect on the immune system as well as being antioxidant and anti inflammatory.  It contains naturally occurring B complex vitamins and vitamin D.  

To ensure best effect we use organically grown Chaga that has been extracted in hot water, as done traditionally.

Reishi was known as the ‘mushroom of immortality’ because of its use in China to strengthen the heart, improve cognition and prolong life.

We use only the highest quality organic Reishi, containing a combination of a traditional hot water extract with biomass.  This ensures optimum levels of bioavailable polysaccharides.

Astragalus is an adaptogen that is used by herbalists primarily for its immune-stimulating properties.  Considered the ‘leader’ of the tonic herbs, it is often used to keep infection at bay as well as to support the system as a whole.

Liquorice has a long history of use as both food and medicine.  Dioscorides (c. 40 - 90 C.E.) mentions liquorice in his book De Materia Medica where he cites it as being useful for burning stomach and issues with the throat, liver and kidneys.  Today herbalists use Liquorice to maintain energy levels, support the immune system and as a demulcent to soothe the digestive and respiratory tracts. 

Holy Basil is an Ayurvedic Rasayana – a herb that promotes long life.  It was believed to help maintain balance in the body and nourish perfect health.  It has significant antioxidant properties and is used by herbalists to enhance mental clarity and promote calm.

Our Holy basil is organic.

Used by the Vikings to enhance mental and physical endurance, Rhodiola has been linked to improvements in muscle strength, speed of limb movement, reaction time and attention span. Grown at high altitudes where it must withstand low oxygen levels, it’s regularly used to improve oxygen use in humans. 

Lion’s Mane is a beautiful mushroom that gets its name from its resemblance to the mane of a lion.  It has been referred to as ‘Nature’s nutrient for the neurons’ owing to its capacity to stimulate the production of Nerve Growth Factor, which is crucial to the healthy functioning of the nervous system.

Our Lion’s mane is an organic blend of biomass and extracts to ensure optimum levels of all active constituents including terpenes and polysaccharides.

Also known as Asian ginseng or Korean ginseng, has a long history of use in Asian medicine as one of the great tonic herbs. Used to restore depleted qi or energy, it was believed to calm and strengthen the mind, pacify the soul and prolong life.  

Both red and white ginseng are produced from the same species of ginseng.  As a result of differences in processing methods, the two types of ginseng have quite different profiles in terms of ginsenosides and polysaccharides.  We include both in our products to ensure the best balance of components and the highest level of efficacy.

Cordyceps is a medicinal mushroom which was, before cultivation, so rare that it was reserved for use of the emperor of ancient China and his family alone.  In more recent times herbalists use Cordyceps to support immune, kidney and liver function as well as helping with fatigue.  It is reputed to have helped Chinese athletes to improve their performance in both swimming competitions and track events.

Our Cordyceps is cultivated and is a combination of biomass with hot water extract to ensure optimum efficacy.

Nettle seed is not yet classified as an adaptogen, however, it is used as such by Western Medical Herbalists who would argue that its usefulness in cases of tiredness and burnout demonstrates that it does have adaptogenic properties.   Nettle seed helps support both kidney function and the body’s vitality, making it a valuable addition to our ingredients list.