I think the best approach to health that has worked for me personally is what I like to call the 'Bruce Lee Method' lol.
"Absorb what is useful, discard what is not."
Sticking to strict diets or doctrines tends to always be self limiting.
Take what you need and move on.
@simpleorganix@MrOverprayed Its also kind of sad that what has been considered a medicinal plant for thousands of years has had its reputation reduced to the lazy stoner archetype.
@simpleorganix@MrOverprayed It's kind of funny when people choose to ignore evidence that challenges their world view. There are multiple pathways in the endocannabinoid system that have an effect on hormone production in the body.
There's nothing quite like growing your own fruit and veg. Not only does It feel you with a great sense of achievement, it's good exercise, gets you out in the sun, and is incredibly good for your metal wellbeing.
This is my favourite formulation. Great synergy between the 3, with ashwagandha on low end of the dose scale. Lower doses of ashwagandha are where it really shines. Keeps cortisol in check, lightly modulates the serotonin system, and boosts t3 conversion.
Maca root is a great adaptogenic herb. While it's mostly marketed as a libido enhancer, there are a plethora of benefits.
Macamides act as structural analogues of endocannabinoids, particularly anandamide. They function as FAAH inhibitors, as well as directly binding to CB1
@photobiogenesis Theres a rare flavoalkaloid that exists in hemp leaves, which as far as I'm aware, hasn't been found anywhere else in nature.
Do you think this would exhibit similar properties as luteolin as it has the same chemical backbone, or would you expect it to have fairly unique effects?
The methylated 7-Methoxyflavone derivative seems to be more popular for aromatase Inhibition in the gym bro community as it has a much better bioavailability. Unfortunately this drastically reduces it's FAAH inhibitory action. Can't have it all.
Just ordered some 7-hydroxyflavone as its the most potent FAAH inhibitor found in nature. Its structure is sometimes used as a template to create stronger synthetic FAAH inhibitors. It's also a fairly potent aromatase inhibitor. Apparently gym bros use it for this function. Hmm.
I still think the endocannabinoid system is probably one of the most heavily slept on targets in modern medicine, even though there's been greater interest recently. Acetaminophen is probably the most common medicine I can think of that targets this system for pain relief.