Adaptogens: A Directory of Over 70 Healing Herbs for Energy, Stress Relief, Beauty, and Overall Well-Being (Volume 4) (Everyday Wellbeing, 4)

"Adaptogens" is a short book about herbs, foods, and supplements that help your body deal with stress when taken over time. The author started by briefly describing what an adaptogen is, then there's a directory of adaptogen profiles. Each profile gave the common and scientific name, a brief history of its use, the health benefits, any safety concerns, and dosing information (though this was sometimes merely a recommendation to ask your doctor). There were about 40 full adaptogen profiles plus about 10 brief superfood/powder profiles. The author also included some recipes for drinks, soups, spreads, and more using combinations of these adaptogens. The book doesn't actually include a lot of information as one page of each profile or recipe is simply a full-color picture of the herb or recipe. But it might be good for a beginner who would be overwhelmed by more information. I'd recommend this book to those who don't know about adaptogens who are specifically interested in these herbs rather than medicinal herbs in general.I received an ebook review copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley.

I am really excited to add this gorgeous book on Adaptogens to my collection! I plan to buy a hardbound copy upon its release to use as a reference on my bookshelf. The photographs and descriptions of the herbs are gorgeous. Though I have been working with an herbalist for awhile now, the descriptions of the adaptogens are both clear and easy enough for a beginner, and detailed and valuable enough for experts. I learned new things about my two favorite adaptogens that I already take, Eluthro and Astragalus, and also got some great new ideas. This book is especially useful right now in the time of COVID-19 and is very science-based and straightforward. It also contains every warning you might need to read about interactions and precautions and is much more detailed and accurate than what you might find when frantically Googlilng Web MD before taking a supplement. I recommend it to anyone interested in herbalism and alternative health. I really cannot overstate the usefulness and beauty of this book!

I am always interested in improving my health, especially increasing energy and better managing stress. I was so excited to see this book and appreciate that it is written by a Registered Dietitian! This was an informative book yet also simple and not overwhelming. It reviews a variety of adaptogens and their health benefits and is followed by the loveliest recipes. The book was also beautiful - each page had the most gorgeous photographs. I highly recommend this book!Thank you, Quarto Publishing Group and NetGalley, for a digital ARC!

A great book in many ways. Visuals are helpful. Advice are recommendable = tell the relatives .