Say Goodbye to the Afternoon Slump!

We all know the feeling of hitting that mid-afternoon slump, when our energy levels drop and our productivity plummets. We feel like we need to take a nap, but maybe that card isn’t on the table.

Let us introduce you to two powerhouse medicinal plants that can help you overcome this afternoon funk and boost your focus and energy levels: Ashwagandha and Ginger.

Ashwagandha has been used in Ayurvedic Medicine for thousands of years and is considered a Rasayana, which means that it helps to lengthen our lifespans. Modern medicine classifies ashwagandha as an adaptogen, which means it helps the body adapt to stress.

If you think of your motivation and focus in life like a battery, the neurotransmitters are the charge. Throughout the day we use up our dopamine and serotonin reserves until finally we start to fatigue. This is a huge problem in todays fast paced information, our phones and other things drain these resources exceptionally quickly.

That is why we added Ashwagandha to the formula, it is a partial MAOI so it slows down the metabolism of these neurotransmitters so they stay in your system a little bit longer, which helps to mitigate “burn out” by softening the load on the receptors. Studies show that Ashwagandha also significantly improves memory and learning.

Additionally, Ashwagandha is a powerful antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory which increases physical energy, immunity, and fertility but maybe most importantly it creates a calming effect on the nervous system. By providing a relaxing (does not cause drowsiness), yet energizing effect, Ashwagandha helps to support a healthy nervous system.

Another beloved herb amongst ayurvedic practitioners is Ginger. Ginger is referred to as vishwabhesaj, “the universal medicine, within the tradition, and recent research has found that it is particularly useful in promoting both focus and calmness.

One of the main ways that Ginger can improve focus is by increasing blood flow to the brain. This can help improve cognitive function, supplying the brain with all the oxygen and nutrients it needs to function optimally.

In addition to its ability to improve focus, Ginger has also been shown to have significant benefits when it comes to promoting calmness. It contains compounds that have been shown to have a relaxing effect on the body, including reducing muscle tension and lowering levels of the stress hormone cortisol. This makes it an excellent natural remedy for those who struggle with mental health or who simply want to feel more relaxed and at ease.

Not only will these medicines help you feel more energized and alert, but they'll also give you the mental clarity and focus you need to tackle the rest of your day, and they are just one gummy away.