Hey, totally get where you’re coming from. Stress and lack of sleep can mess things up in more ways than one! Let’s delve into some Ayurvedic wisdom for this. Ashwagandha, Shilajit, and Kaunch Beej are all solid choices for boosting endurance and vitality, but they work differently for everybody based on your unique constitution or ‘prakriti’.
Ashwagandha is like the all-rounder - it enhances stamina, reduces stress and improves quality of sleep. If sleep is something you’re struugling with, consider Ashwagandha a good friend. You could start with about 500 mg twice a day, ideally with warm milk or water.
Shilajit, on the other hand, works wonders if you’re dealing with energy depletion. It comes in a resin or ready-made capsules. Pure Shilajit can bit be tricky to find so make sure you get the real deal! You might begin with a pea-sized amount, dissolved in warm water once a day. Minor energy boost? Shilajit’s usually pretty quick to act.
Kaunch Beej (Mucuna Pruriens), known to support libido and strength can be had in powder form. Half a teaspoon twice daily with lukewarm milk can be beneficial. Give it a month or so.
But herbs alone might not do the trick if stress and poor sleep are the main culprits here. Look into lifestyle adjustments along side. Try to wind down 2 hrs before bed – calm environment, no screens—meditation works wonders too, trust me! And breathe, deep and slow, twice a day.
Physical activity also pumps up endurance. Doesn’t have to be gym-intense, even brisk walking or yoga can lift the spirits. Pranayama can also help, consider Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing) to balance your energies.
Results? Well, patience is key, it’s not exactly a magic overnight solution, could take few weeks to see a significant change, but it’s worth the holistic, sustainable benefits.
Oh, and diet!!! Go for things that are sattvic and strengthening – almonds, walnuts, figs, dates. Avoid excessive caffeine, junk food, and any real spicy, oily stuff, they tend to mess with your ‘Agni’ – the digestive fire and mojo!
Maybe it might feel like a lot, but little changes can make a world of difference. Hang in there!
