Adaptogenic herbs’ popularity soared in recent years. In an Trends of 2017 Daily Meal article it seems the general public is catching on to the remedies ND’s have been touting for years. Adaptogenic herbs are meant to reduce stress and balance hormone synergy. Research steadily shows the many health benefits of adaptogens in lowering stress hormones and cortisol production. Reishi mushrooms, turmeric ashwaganda, and ginseng are some of the most popular.