What are adaptogenic herbs?

Adaptogenic herbs are plants that help the body respond to stress and restore balance naturally. They have been used for thousands of years in various cultures to support resilience, energy, and overall well-being.

Why does ILA include adaptogenic herbs in their energy bars?

ILA includes adaptogenic herbs in their energy bars to bring these powerful plants into everyday nutrition, supporting adaptive energy and helping people feel good naturally.

Who is involved in the formulation of ILA's energy bars?

ILA's energy bars are formulated by a team of experts including food scientists, clinical herbalists, and nutrition professionals who respect both traditional wisdom and modern nutritional science. To learn more about the team, click here.

What is the main benefit of using ILA's energy bars?

The main benefit of using ILA's energy bars is the combination of clean, whole food nourishment with adaptogenic herbs, which supports adaptive energy and helps the body maintain balance.

How does ILA ensure the quality of their energy bars?

ILA ensures the quality of their energy bars by intentionally sourcing, formulating, and balancing every ingredient, guided by the expertise of their team in nutritional integrity and herbal tradition.

Amy Saleh is a Herbalist and Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. Alongside her business partner, Eileen Brantley, they co-created the formulation of ILA’s energy bars. To learn more about Amy Saleh, click here.

What role does Gana Otgonbayar play at ILA?

Gana Otgonbayar is a Food Scientist responsible for product development and formulation at ILA.

What expertise does Eileen Brantley bring to ILA?

Eileen Brantley is a Herbalist, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and Certified Nutrition Specialist. Alongside partner Amy Saleh and Gana Otgonbayar, they formulated ILA’s energy bars. To learn more about Eileen, click here.

Nourish the Incredible You

Bringing herbs back into your everyday — where they belong.

A Return to Balance

Life moves fast.

But the body was designed for balance.

For thousands of years, cultures around the world have used herbs to support resilience, energy, and overall well-being. Among the most powerful of these are adaptogens — herbs that help the body respond to stress and restore balance naturally.

At ILA, we believe adaptogens belong in everyday nutrition.

That’s why we created a new kind of energy bar that combines clean, whole-food nourishment with carefully selected adaptogenic herbs to support your adaptive energy+.

Because life is better when you feel good.

Crafted by Herbalists

ILA formulations are developed in collaboration with food scientists, clinical herbalists and nutrition professionals who believe in and share a respect for traditional wisdom and modern nutritional science.

Together, their expertise guides the intentional sourcing, formulation, and balance of every ingredient, ensuring each bar reflects both nutritional integrity and herbal tradition.

Amy Saleh

Herbalist
Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner
Formulation

Gana Otgonbayar

Food Scientist
Product Development
Formulation

Eileen Brantley

Herbalist
Certified Nutrition Specialist®
Formulation

A Balancing Act

Macro: balanced whole-food ingredients that provide clean, sustained energy

Micro: nutrient-dense adaptogenic herbs that support the body’s stress response

By intentionally blending these micro and macro nutrients, you get a food that is designed to fuel you and work with your body's unique needs for energy production, recovery, and rest.

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Why ILA Exists

Most energy bars promise quick fuel — but many rely on processed ingredients, excess sugar, or stimulants that push your body harder instead of supporting it. We believe energy should feel different.

Grounded. Nourishing. Sustainable.

ILA was created to bring together:

Whole food nutrition
Adaptogenic herbs
Clean, delicious taste

Each bar contains whole food ingredients plus a carefully crafted blend of adaptogens and herbs designed to support your adaptive energy+ — helping your body respond to stress, maintain focus, and sustain energy throughout the day.

No shortcuts. No fillers. No excess. Just the good stuff. So, you can nourish your body to go beyond.

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Reconnecting Food, Herbs, and Everyday Life

Herbs have supported human health for thousands of years, and still, modern diets often miss out on their incredible potential.

ILA exists to help normalize the daily use of herbs, reconnecting people to traditional nourishment in ways that fit your life.

When whole foods and adaptogens work together, your body gains the support it needs to thrive.

That’s adaptive energy+.

And it’s how we help you fuel the incredible you.

Frequently Asked Questions

: Adaptogenic herbs are plants that help the body respond to stress and restore balance naturally. They have been used for thousands of years in various cultures to support resilience, energy, and overall well-being.
: ILA includes adaptogenic herbs in their energy bars to bring these powerful plants into everyday nutrition, supporting adaptive energy and helping people feel good naturally.
: ILA's energy bars are formulated by a team of experts including food scientists, clinical herbalists, and nutrition professionals who respect both traditional wisdom and modern nutritional science. To learn more about the team, click here.
: The main benefit of using ILA's energy bars is the combination of clean, whole food nourishment with adaptogenic herbs, which supports adaptive energy and helps the body maintain balance.
: ILA ensures the quality of their energy bars by intentionally sourcing, formulating, and balancing every ingredient, guided by the expertise of their team in nutritional integrity and herbal tradition.
: Amy Saleh is a Herbalist and Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. Alongside her business partner, Eileen Brantley, they co-created the formulation of ILA’s energy bars. To learn more about Amy Saleh, click here.
: Gana Otgonbayar is a Food Scientist responsible for product development and formulation at ILA.
: Eileen Brantley is a Herbalist, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and Certified Nutrition Specialist. Alongside partner Amy Saleh and Gana Otgonbayar, they formulated ILA’s energy bars. To learn more about Eileen, click here.

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