Herbal KnowledgeAug 1, 2024

Back-to-School Guide: Herbal Tips for College Students

Whether you’re an incoming freshman or a seasoned upperclassman, the start of a new academic year can be daunting. A fresh semester can come with so many ups and downs, from navigating dorm life and bouncing between classes, to making lifelong friends.

See how we can help you get in the groove with herbal allies for everything from energy to stress support.*

Go For the Long Haul*

Being a college student is hard work – we see you! Many students have a lot on their plates, including full class loads, homework, collegiate sports, part-time jobs, and a social life. Herbal allies like our Asian Ginseng liquid herbal extract and Guayusa capsules can help you stay in it to win it. Asian Ginseng enhances physical and mental energy, along with stamina. Guayusa provides real energy and deep focus, without the extra jitters. And if you’ve been keeping up with our Olympian Brandie Wilkerson, you’ll know Guayusa is one of her favorites for energy support!*

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Focus on Your Future*

If you’re going to make the grade, you’ll need to turn on that thinking cap! Make long study sessions a little less intimidating with the herbal support of our best-selling Brain & Memory™ compound. This blend is a nootropic formula; if you’re not familiar with nootropics, they’re any substance that can help the brain (whether it be for focus, concentration, memory, or long-term cognition support). Try sipping on this study helper by mixing up our Nootropic Tonic recipe – and go ahead, spring for the extra credit assignment!*

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Get Immune System TLC*

College life can be tough on your body, so don’t forget to include some immune support in your routine. Our Echinacea liquid herbal extract is an all-around immune support favorite that’s great to keep on hand. For starters, this extract is 100% Regenerative Organic Certified®, which means it’s grown on our farm in southern Oregon in a way that’s better for the environment. Echinacea is also a versatile immune support herb that has your back through the short and long term. Feel free to take it daily for foundational support or when immune challenges pop up.*

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Have Fun, While Loving Your Liver*

College is a wonderful experience that not only opens your mind to big ideas and prepares you for the working world. It also helps you make connections that you can cherish forever. You never know, the people you meet today might become a job reference, business partner, or BFF down the road. Don’t forget that a fun college night doesn’t have to look the way it might in TV or movies; it can also mean inviting classmates over for a liver-supporting Milk Thistle “Mule” mocktail. Our Milk Thistle liquid herbal extract is a definite go-to for promoting healthy liver function.*

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Be Good to Your Belly*

For those moments when the cafeteria food just isn’t settling right, try our Herbs on the Go: Not Now Nausea™. There are so many reasons to keep this herbal ally in your school bag! This blend of Ginger, Orange, Anise, Lavender, Peppermint aerial parts, and Peppermint essential oil helps with occasional nausea, upset stomach, and aids digestion. As a bonus, it’s super easy to take. This format allows you to just shake it and spray it 4 times directly into your mouth – no water or juice is required.*

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Navigate the Messy Moments*

While we hope your college experience is nothing but sunshine and rainbows, nature knows tough, hectic days are bound to come up. Our Herbs on the Go: Daily Stress Balance™ offers herbal stress support so you can get back into balance. This herbalist-crafted formula contains Eleuthero, Holy Basil, Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, Licorice, Rose, and Ginger to support your response to physical and mental stress. And just like our other Herbs on the Go™ options, no water or juice is required to take it.*

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