Slow Your Snowball

The Healthy Approach

Ep 115

In this podcast episode, we delve into the topic of adaptogen herbs and how they can help with managing stress. We explore the concept of stress and its impact on physical and mental health and discuss the role of adaptogen herbs in supporting the body's ability to adapt to stressors. We review different types of adaptogen herbs, such as ashwagandha, Rhodiola, and Holy Basil, and their traditional uses in various herbal medicine practices. We also examine the scientific research behind adaptogen herbs and their potential mechanisms of action in mitigating stress responses, including regulating cortisol levels, supporting the immune system, and promoting balanced neurotransmitter activity. We discuss the practical considerations of using adaptogen herbs, including dosage, safety, and potential interactions with medications. Finally, we provide tips on incorporating adaptogen herbs into a healthy lifestyle for stress management, including consulting with a qualified healthcare professional and using them as part of a comprehensive approach to stress reduction, including other lifestyle modifications such as exercise, sleep, and relaxation techniques. Dietary changes that increase magnesium levels are also helpful.

Guest: Jenna Skopp, Account Manager with New Chapter

Bryan Bradford is the Chief Nutrition Officer of Sunflower Shoppe and is one of its founding family members, originated by his grandmother more than 50 years ago. Bryan offers one-on-one, in-depth nutritional consulting and testing for many Sunflower Shoppe customers. With more than 2 decades of experience in the nutrition industry, Bryan has been interviewed on various television and radio programs and is the host of the popular podcast “The Health Approach” on which he interviews various experts around the country on trending health topics. He also leads dynamic, speaking engagements for the Sunflower Shoppe community, corporations and civic groups throughout the Dallas Fort Worth area. Bryan educates and guides his clients on various health issues, such as weight control, diabetes, autoimmune disorders, sleep issues, digestive problems, fatigue, hormone imbalance and more.