Premna

Why You Need It

• Stress & Mood Resilience: Premna is an adaptogen, meaning it helps normalize cortisol levels, reducing the physical impact of stress.
• Natural Pain Relief: It contains specific compounds (like acteoside) that inhibit inflammatory pathways, making it excellent for joint comfort.
• Metabolic Boost: It supports healthy digestion and metabolism, historically used to treat digestive sluggishness.

Deep Dive

Premna works primarily through its rich profile of phenylethanoids and flavonoids. These compounds act as potent antioxidants, scavenging free radicals that damage healthy cells. For the everyday person, this translates to less oxidative wear and tear after a long day or a hard workout. Studies suggest it modulates the immune system, preventing it from overreacting (which leads to inflammation) or underreacting (which leads to illness). It is particularly noted for its 'vata-pacifying' properties in Ayurveda, helping to ground the body and improve sleep quality.

Natural Food Sources

Premna is a botanical extract. You won't find it in the produce aisle of a standard grocery store. It is consumed traditionally in parts of India and Southeast Asia as a medicinal tea or decoction of the leaves and roots.

Supplementation

Since natural dietary sources are rare outside of its native regions, supplementation is the standard route.

• Dosage: Standardized extracts typically range from 300mg to 600mg daily.
• Format: Usually found in capsule form or as a component of 'Chyawanprash' (an Ayurvedic jam).
• Who Should Take It: Individuals dealing with chronic low-grade inflammation, high stress, or metabolic sluggishness.