Adaptogens are beneficial at certain stages of AFS. Like all natural compounds, each has its own characteristics. Some are stimulatory; some are calming. All have to be broken down once they have done their job and excreted out of the body. Because they are not natural to the body, the body does not have a built-in system to handle excesses and warning sign to alert us when it is not right for the body. That is why internal damage and toxicant reactions can occur when these are given not factoring in the body condition, the state of reserve and sensitivity. It is best not to depend on it long term.