This herb can have side effects and keep you out of balance. In a recent study, animals given the herb for ten days had a dramatic and statistically significant increase in stamina more than two and half times as much as control animals. Schizandra is available as an individual supplement or may be an ingredient in some energy formulas. Ginseng is another herb found in Asian medicine. Ginseng is known as an adaptogen, a substance that helps the body adapt to stress without over-stimulating.
American ginseng is recommended as the most suitable form for women.
Before trying out new herbs, consult with your holistic health care provider to be sure that they are right for you. Although generally safe, ginseng, for instance, may not be appropriate for someone with high blood pressure and schizandra may be unsuitable for pregnant women. Also try eating smaller meals throughout the day instead of three large meals. That way, your body spends less energy on digestion and you don't wait until you are depleted to refuel yourself. A good replacement for coffee is the herb Yerba mate.