Driven (Energy Blend)

Benefits: Known for its adaptogenic qualities, eleuthero helps boost endurance, focus, and stress resistance.

History: Used for centuries in East Asia, eleuthero was revered i n Chinese medicine for its ability to boost physical stamina, improve mental resilience, and increase longevity. Often used by warriors and laborers, it was believed to help the body withstand physical and mental stress, fostering vitality and endurance.

Benefits: Often used for its mood-enhancing properties, damiana can help uplift the spirit and balance the blend.

History: Indigenous to Central and South America, damiana was cherished by the Maya as a mood enhancer and aphrodisiac. Traditionally, it was brewed to uplift the spirit and calm the mind, promoting a balanced sense of well-being.

Benefits: Another adaptogen that reduces stress, enhances mental clarity, and provides a grounding effect.

History: In Ayurvedic medicine, ashwagandha has been used for thousands of years as a “rasayana” or rejuvenating herb, valued for its ability to reduce strerss and balance the body. Ancient practitioners prescribed it to support mental clarity and energy, enhance strength, and promote resilience against stress.

Benefits: Adds warmth and aids digestion, circulation, and energy flow, with a slight natural sweetness.

History: A cornerstone of both Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine, ginger has been used for over 5,000 years to aid digestion, circulation, and warmth in the body. It was traditionally employed to balance energy flow and help the body adapt to physical demands.

Benefits: Known to improve blood circulation to the brain, enhancing focus and mental clarity.

History: In traditional Chinese medicine, ginkgo was valued for its ability to improve blood flow, especially to the brain, making it key herb for enhancing memory and mental sharpness. It was often used to support mental clarity and combat the effects of aging on the mind.

Benefits: Adds cognitive-enhancing and memory-boosting properties, while bringing a pleasant, earthy taste.

History: Revered in the Mediterranean and Greek traditions, rosemary was a symbol of remembrance and mental clarity. Ancient scholars are believed to have used it to enhance memory and sharpen focus.

Benefits: High in caffeine, guarana provides a strong energy boost, enhancing alertness and reducing fatigue.

History: Indigenous tribes in the Amazon basin used guarana for its natural caffeine content to boost energy, combat fatigue, and enhance alertness. It was traditionally consumed during long hunts and intense physical activity for sustained stamina.