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propelled them to fame. “An adaptogen is a mushroom or herb that can help the body resist the harmful effects of stress,” says Dr Hobbs. “They also maintain homeostasis [normal and healthy metabolic functions] by regulating activity of the hormonal, nervous and immune systems. They can be used during times of stress, lowered immune response chronic inflammation, travel, or when busy work schedules may be pushing us too hard.” And the benefits don’t end there. “A massive amount of research shows that regular use of mushrooms high in betaglucans [an ingredient that works to 1 2 1/ PURITO Centella Unscented Recovery Cream 50ml / £21.30 2/ REN CLEAN SKINCARE Evercalm Redness Relief Serum 30ml / £45 INGREDIENT FOCUS

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