Adaptogens is a category of herbs that is often not discussed among those that say they practice herbalism. This course focuses on superior healing herbs that have a long tradition of use and benefit. Each culture uses Adaptogens primarily those native to that system or country. In this course you will learn how Adaptogens help the body to adapt to stress, support normal metabolic functions, and restore balance. They also increase the body’s resistance to physical, biological, emotional, and environmental stressors and promote normal physiological function. Without these smart herbs, most herbal regimens are in vain. In the United States, True American Ginseng, Panax, Quinquefolius, the number one Adaptogen in this country but is rarely discussed because it primarily is exported to countries that utilize natural healing more than the United States. Knowledge of this root, and many others will be the basis of this course of study! To become an herbalist, this is a required course that must be implemented in herbal formularies for best results.