Adaptogens—compounds found in certain herbs and natural substances that help the body adapt to stress—are some of the coolest supplements on our radar right now. Seriously, research shows that adaptogens can support mental and physical performance in the short-term and overall vitality and energy in the long-term. (You can read more about their awesomeness here.)
If there’s one downside to adaptogens, though, it’s that they’re hard as heck to spell. Ashwa-huh? We put people’s spelling skills to the test and hosted an adaptogen spelling bee—check it out: