Andrew Huberman· PhD
But the most common definition of an adaptogen is a compound that is typically a supplement or a drug. Although, it could be a behavior, if you really think about it, that helps you adapt to and buffer stress.
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The headline is broadly defensible, but the qualifications matter. Effect sizes vary by population, the strongest claims rest on shorter trials, and credible voices push back on how it's typically framed.
But the most common definition of an adaptogen is a compound that is typically a supplement or a drug. Although, it could be a behavior, if you really think about it, that helps you adapt to and buffer stress.
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Again, here adaptogen defined as anything that can buffer stress in a substantial or meaningful way in order to support cellular health, organ health, and overall daily living and functioning, including sleep and performance in mental health.