A vegetarian formula of herbal adaptogens to provide basic support for adrenal function.

Adrenal Guard promotes resilience to stress by supporting the function of the adrenal glands. The herbs in Adrenal Guard have traditionally been used to help with both hyper-function and hypo-function of the adrenal glands, hence they are classifed as ‘adaptogens.’

• Cordyceps Mycelium Extract is a medicinal mushroom popular in China and Tibet. Herbalists recommend cordyceps to improve energy, sexual function, athletic performance, and immune function.
• Panax ginseng is also called Chinese ginseng or Asian ginseng, and has been in use since at least the 1st century C.E. Its many constituents, such as ginsenosides and panaxans, contribute to systemic effects such as supporting immune function, lowering blood sugar, improving libido and erectile dysfunction, increasing sperm count, and enhancing physical and intellectual performance.
• Eleutherococcus senticosus has a variety of applications in the body, such as improving attention, mood, and stress tolerance. People who are debilitated from cancer, chemotherapy, cardiovascular disease, or other chronic health conditions may bene_t from this root. Also known as Siberian ginseng, this has been used by herbalists from many countries for at least 2000 years. Eleuthero is stimulating and warming.
• • Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) root is native to Sri Lanka, India, Africa, and Pakistan. A relaxing adaptogen and tonic, this plant is useful for ‘building up’ people who are debilitated from long term stress. Ashwagandha helps in both acute and chronic stress conditions as well as those struggling with insomnia, inflammatory diseases, and anxiety.
• Rhodiola rosea root has been used in Siberia, other parts of the former Soviet Union, Scandinavia, Germany, and other European countries as an adrenal adaptogen with actions similar to Siberian ginseng. Rhodiola may help endurance, cognitive function, immune function, weight loss, athletic performance, and energy levels.
• Glycyrrhiza glabra is commonly known as licorice, a plant with a variety of actions in the body. Glycyrrhiza assists with recovery from long term stress by increasing the half life of cortisol. Licorice blocks leukotrienes and therefore possesses anti-in_ammatory capabilities. Glycyrrhiza is often used as a demulcent to heal the digestive tract and as an anti-viral and antioxidant. Those with high blood pressure must use caution when ingesting licorice, as it may worsen hypertension in some people.

Adrenal Gland-Advanced Stress & Energy Support

The adrenal glands are 2 small, pyramidal shaped glands atop the kidneys. They perform numerous important functions for the body, and consist of two main parts, the medulla and the cortex.

The adrenal medulla responds to acute stress and produces epinephrine and norepinephrine. The adrenal cortex responds tophysical/emotional stress and infection. The pituitary hormone ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone) is released as a result of stress and it governs adrenal cortex function. The cortex produces cortisol, aldosterone, and the androgens testosterone, DHEA, and androstenedione.

Glandular-derived medicines were commonly used in Western medicine before synthetic pharmaceuticals became widely available.

• Glandular Tissue: Glandular tissue, when applied to support a specfiic organ, can provide a balance for multiple factors, including nucleic acids and organ-specific enzymes, which help promote the growth and maintenance of organs and glands. Adrenal Gland provides bovine adrenal tissue from New Zealand.
• Purity Of Source For Glandular: The New Zealand glandular sourcemeets the United Nation's Food and Agricultural Organization standards of organic. To meet these standards beef must be fed no bone meal and 100% organic feed. New Zealand beef livestock are fed on pesticide free pastures and can never be given hormones or antibiotics. To keep its livestock pure, New Zealand has never allowed any importation of livestock or use of meat and bone meal feed for decades. These products are Mad Cow disease free and, when imported, come with a BSE free certication from the New Zealand Minister of Agriculture. The animals used in these supplements are treated humanely and are range fed, making them the best and safest glandular on the market today.
• Riboavin (Vitamin B2): is a water-soluble B vitamin. It is an integral component of coenzymes (molecules that bind to enzymes) that feature in redox reactions in the body. Oxidation-reduction reactions, or “redox reactions,” are essential for breaking down carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. Coenzymes also participate in energy production via the electron transport chain, and in the metabolism of drugs and toxins. Riboavin also helps recycle glutathione, which protects us from free radical damage. Vitamin B2 supports the body in utilizing iron, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folate, and vitamin B3. Chronic stress can lead to adrenal fatigue, a condition in which the adrenal glands cease to function properly. B vitamins play an important role in managing stress. 
• Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate): is a water-soluble B vitamin that must be obtained from diet as humans do not naturally synthesize it in our bodies. Pyridoxal 5’-phosphate is the bioactive coenzyme form of B6 that is involved in over 4% of all enzymatic reactions in the human body! Vitamin B6 is essential to many enzymes involved in protein metabolism. It may help reduce homocysteine levels and is involved in fatty acid metabolism as well as the production of hemoglobin and amino acids. Taken in conjunction with adrenal glandular will provide an immediate boost of energy levels.
• Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5): as d-Calcium pantothen-ate is also known as vitamin B-5. One of its major functions in the body is to produce coenzyme A (CoA) which is essential to many of the biochemical reactions that sustain life! According to several animal studies, pantothenic acid affects the structure and function of the adrenal glands.

Cardiovascular Health Several B vitamins enhance cardiovascular health.

Pyridoxal 5-phosphate (P5P) is the active metabolite of vitamin B6. Decreased levels of P5P have been associated with high homocysteine levels and therefore with Coronary Artery Disease. Vitamin B6 may offer protection against coronary heart disease. Folic acid as [6S]-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid, Vitamins B2, and B12 have also been shown to lower homocysteine levels. People with high homocysteine and osteoporosis may reduce incidence of fractures by taking folic acid and vitamin B12. Folic acid may improve symptoms of peripheral arterial disease and intermittent claudication. Patients with diabetes treated with metformin may benefit from supplementation with folic acid, vitamin B12, and vitamin B5 to improve circulation in the small arteries. Pantothenic acid (B5) can help reduce elevated cholesterol as well as raise HDL (the “good” cholesterol).

Nervous System & Emotional Health Many B vitamins are involved in nerve transmission, neurotransmitter synthesis, nerve regeneration, and other aspects of nervous system health. For instance, B1, B12, and B6 may help with diabetic neuropathy in certain populations. Some people with Alzheimer’s disease have benefited from thiamin supplementation. Vitamin B12 can alleviate symptoms of depression in some people. Those with celiac disease might benefit from supplementation with B12, B6, and folic acid to help with depression. Choline, Inositol, and PABA are sometimes classified as B vitamins. Inositol has been used clinically to help those with anxiety and/or depression. Choline is a component of acetylcholine and lecithin, and also acts as a methyl donor.