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Adaptogenic Herbs Science

Meaning

The scientific study of a class of botanical compounds that are hypothesized to increase the body’s non-specific resistance to physical, chemical, and biological stressors, promoting a state of physiological balance known as homeostasis. These agents aim to normalize systemic function, primarily by influencing the neuroendocrine and immune systems. Clinical application focuses on mitigating chronic stress-induced hormonal dysregulation, particularly concerning the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. This field seeks to validate traditional use with modern pharmacological and physiological evidence.