LPWML is an adaptogen that belongs to the mineral group.
Some popular drugs and biologically active supplements (BAA) have appeared in the everyday life of ordinary people due to the search for drugs that increase the capabilities of the human body in the army, sports, and space. These include adaptogens. This group of substances began to be studied before the Second World War. Today, adaptogens are in demand for their practical benefits.
Since 1947, the term Adaptogens (adaptatio, Latin - adaptation) began to refer to a class of substances harmless to the human body and increasing self-regulation, which stimulate the body to adapt to harmful environmental factors and stresses, by turning on reserve mechanisms, influences and effects not used in normal conditions. The purpose of taking adaptogens is to prevent the development of pathological conditions, including occupational diseases, improve tissue metabolism at the cellular level, increase physical and mental performance.
The role of adaptogens in the body
The active substances of adaptogens harmoniously mobilize the protective forces of the human body, affecting tissue metabolism, prevent the development of disorders that cause extreme external influences, preserve or enhance both physical and mental performance.
The main difference between adaptogens and stimulants and tonic drugs is the stable restoration of dynamic equilibrium, improved functioning and increased efficiency, which do not return to the initial level, which was before the beginning of their intake.
Adaptogens intake:
■ tonifies, gives vigor, improves cognitive functions of the brain, increases physical and mental performance, sports performance;
■ helps to more effectively resist bacterial, viral and fungal infections, carcinogenic agents;
■ prevents the immune system from inadequately reacting to familiar and safe substances with allergic reactions;
■ helps to reduce the time of adaptation to changes in weather conditions and lack of oxygen;
■ allows faster recovery from ionizing, UV and IR radiation, vibration effects, various kinds of poisoning, periods of hypodynamia or heavy physical exertion, psycho-emotional overload;
■ accelerates tissue regeneration and cellular repair;
■ moderately stimulates the work of endocrine glands;
■ optimizes the functioning of respiratory organs and cardiovascular system;
■ by increasing the sensitivity of specific analyzers improves hearing and vision;
■ increases mood, reduces anxiety and other manifestations of depressive syndrome.
Despite the similarity of the main effects of the system of nonspecific resistance of the body, each of the adaptogens has its own "specialization". Therefore, it is recommended to take adaptogens, alternating and even combining them. It is possible to drink one (mono- or multi-) adaptogenic preparation constantly or with pauses for rest, but alternation of adaptogens affects the organism more effectively.
Mechanism of action of adaptogens on the body
Adaptogens are believed to affect the body by the following mechanisms, they:
■ mobilize internal reserves by blocking the negative effects of cortisol, which is possible due to breaking the vicious hormonal circle arising during physical or mental stress: CRH - ACTH - adrenaline - cortisol - ACTH - CRH;
■ sensitize B-lymphocytes, stimulate the synthesis of immunoglobulins and T-lymphocytes;
■ stimulate synthesis of catecholamines;
■ increase antihypoxic activity;
■ activate and enhance oxidative phosphorylation and other metabolic processes;
■ enhance antioxidant defense of cellular structures.
■ normalize nucleic and energy types of metabolism.
At the same time, today, when the group of adaptogens has grown a lot, and most of them, as a result of research and experience of practical application, have received + and narrow specialization, it is impossible to identify a single mechanism of their action. They increase the nonspecific resistance of the body by different combinations of physiological effects on the functioning of the endocrine, immune and central nervous system, as well as on the work of hematopoietic organs.
Enhancement of recovery ability
Plant adaptogens provide fast recovery after heavy physical exertion by improving the following processes - glycogenolysis, transmembrane transport, phosphorylation and glucose utilization by myocytes. This allows not only to improve the energy supply of muscle activity, but also to utilize lactic acid more quickly and efficiently, as well as to accelerate the regeneration of muscle tissue, which received microtraumas in the process of physical activity.
The use of adaptogens in sport
In the vast majority of cases, athletes take adaptogens of plant origin. They:
■ increase tissue resistance to oxygen deficiency;
■ enhance oxygen-free oxidation of carbohydrates and fats;
■ activate glucose phosphorylation;
■ accelerate fat and protein metabolism;
■ protect against toxic effects of free-radical oxidation during prolonged physical exertion;
■ promote rapid recovery of glycogen and elimination of post-load acidosis;
■ regulate the state of the central nervous system;
■ increase humoral and cellular immunity.
The listed mechanisms of adaptogens increase physical performance, prevent overtraining, accelerate the processes of acclimatization and adaptation to new conditions when moving, protect against infections during training and competition, promote rapid recovery from intense physical and emotional stress, help in rehabilitation after illness and injury.
Possible side effects and contraindications to the use of adaptogens
Compliance with the specified dosages when taking adaptogens will not cause harm and will not cause side effects. It should be known that small doses cause relaxation and even lethargy, and overdose - tachycardia, anxiety, overexcitement, insomnia. Some remedies, when exceeding the dose, can cause dry mouth, heartburn, diarrhea.
Occurring within 1-5 minutes after taking adaptogen redness of the face and décolletage area, increased frequency or difficulty breathing, lacrimation, swelling of the nasal mucosa, hives - signs of individual intolerance or allergy. In such a case, the allergen should be avoided permanently.
Conclusion
Adaptogens are drugs that really preserve and strengthen physical and mental health, accelerate recovery and rehabilitation after diseases, control chronic pathologies. The effectiveness of adaptogens in sports was really proven by the achievements of Soviet athletes in the 70s of the last century. But taking these means should be remembered that large doses they have too strong an effect on the CNS, and may cause pathological overexcitation.
Adaptogens hide a huge power. Its skillful release will help to cope with disease, to maintain health, to achieve improved athletic performance. Drink adaptogens, following the doctor's recommendations or in the dosage written in the instructions, and be awake, strong and healthy!