How adaptogens work?
Russian scientists were astonished at the range of beneficial effects of Siberian and Asiatic ginseng that showed up in their early studies with these adaptogens. Unable to account for such a broad spectrum of action, they set out to determine how ginseng produces these effects. It soon became clear that both ginseng preparations alter the body's anatomical and biochemical responses characteristic of the alarm stage of the stress: specifically they reduce the activation of the adrenal cortex, limit the shriveling of the thymus and lymph glands, reduce the number of bleeding ulcers in the stomach, and lessen other destructive processes......more

Aloe Vera is a healer
Aloe Vera is rich in vitamins, amino acids and minerals and can be made into juices and lotions. From soothing sunburn to boosting the immune system, Aloe Vera can also improve all manner of skin disorders and its anti-inflammatory properties can be used in treatment of arthritis and rheumatism. Its most extraordinary property is its ability to respond appropriately to the needs of the person taking it. In other words, while taking it for arthritis it may simultaneously help a damaged liver, or skin will noticeably improve while using Aloe Vera to alleviate asthma...more