What are these “adaptogens” I see in your Worksmart beverages?

Adaptogens are active ingredients in certain plants and mushrooms that may impact how your body deals with stress, anxiety and fatigue. When consumed, these plants target specific stressors in your body. Our Worksmart Adaptogenic beverages contain the following adaptogenic ingredients:

• Chaga: Chaga mushroom (Inonotus obliquus) is a type of fungus that grows mainly on the bark of birch trees in cold climates, such as Northern Europe, Siberia, Russia, Korea, Northern Canada and Alaska. Potential health benefits to Chaga include boosting your immune system, lowering blood sugar and cholesterol, fighting inflammation and preventing/fighting cancer.*

• Ashwaganda: Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) has a positive effect on the endocrine, nervous, immune and cardiovascular systems by regulating your metabolism and helping you relax by calming how your brain responds to stress. Ashwagandha offers protection for your cells as an antioxidant and reduces swelling (an anti-inflammatory reaction)*

• Rhodiola: Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea) alleviates symptoms of fatigue, anxiety and depression. Studies show that rhodiola can help improve performance during stressful situations like at work or during physical activity.*

*Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.Check with your healthcare provider before taking adaptogens to make sure they won’t interact with any conditions you have or medications that you are taking.