The Science of Adaptogens to Relieve Anxiety, Stress + More

Today on The Clean Body Podcast, host Lauren Kelly talks to the founders of Droplet, Celeste Perez and Adrienne Borlongan, about food science, adaptogens, overcoming chronic conditions like pre-diabetes and postpartum hair loss, and establishing a women-owned, minority-owned CPG brand. 

What you'll learn: 

• The recent controversy between Droplet and PepsiCo
• Celeste & Adrian's first-hand experience with herbs and adaptogens
• How Celeste & Adrian formulate the Droplet drinks in their personal kitchens
• The Droplet "trade secret"
• How Celeste & Adrian's cultural & genetic backgrounds impact what they do now
• The benefits of different adaptogens including ashwaghanda, moringa, and yuzu,
• Why soups may be healthier for you than salads
• Why Droplet uses fruit purees over fruit juices
• How preservatives and natural flavors may be impacting your body
• Why Droplet decided to formulate drinks specifically for women
• How adaptogens can help with lactation 
• What makes Droplet stand apart from other CPG brands

About Celeste Perez:

Celeste is a brand creator and the founder of Well Fed, a design studio for celebrity restaurateurs and hospitality groups. You might also have seen her on Tastemade, as a food and travel host. Celeste is a graduate of USC, where she received her degree in broadcast journalism and entrepreneurship. She is Filipino-American.

About Adrienne Borlongan:

Adrienne Borlongan is the founder of Wanderlust Creamery, an artisanal ice cream shop inspired by travel. With 5 locations in the LA area, Adrienne has created international food trends with her signature flavors. Adrienne has a food science degree from CSUN. She is Filipino-American and has three children, all under the age of 2.

About Kindroot:

Droplet is a health + wellness company creating flavorful yet functional beverages. Made with adaptogens – non-toxic, all natural herbs and botanicals that help the body regulate its response to stress – Droplet is making it easier for people, primarily women, to incorporate adaptogens into their own daily lives. As the children of immigrants and doctors, Droplet is our exploration of the founders' traditions, reimagined for modern tastes and consumption.

For more on Celeste, Adrienne, and Droplet, visit https://drinkdroplet.com

• Droplet's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkdroplet/
• Droplet's Twitter: https://twitter.com/drinkdroplet
• Droplet's Facebook: http://facebook.com/drinkdroplet
• Celeste's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celesteperez/
• Adrienne's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrienneborlongan/?hl=en

For more on Lauren Kelly and The Clean Body Project, visit www.thecleanbodyproject.com. 

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