The Stress & Cortisol Relief™ formula works so well and is popular because of the specific scientifically researched ingredients used in the correct combinations, dosages and extracts; resulting in maximum results & benefits. Click the ingredients below and a detailed description will appear under it.
Emodin is one of the most powerful and natural "cortisol inhibitors" around. It works by inhibiting the enzyme responsible for the conversion of cortisone into the stress hormone, "cortisol".
Studies show that Emodin can inhibit the conversion to cortisol by up to 46%... Which means almost half the stress hormones!
Medically speaking, Emodin is a selective inhibitor of 11β-HSD1 only, but not 11β-HSD2 which is found in your kidneys.
Emodin has been clinically shown to help support:
NOTE: Make sure to always get the highest extract, with a minimum of 90%.
Ashwagandha is considered to be a traditional stress reliever.* It is also the additional benefits of supporting enhanced memory and healthy immune function.*
NOTE: We've utilized the patented Sensoril® Ashwagandha because it has one of the most potent forms available on the market, about 8-10X the strength of standard Ashwagandha. It's also backed by 36+ human clinical studies This means a much lower dose is need to achieve bigger benefits!
Healthy Stress Hormones: It helps support healthy and balanced stress hormone such as cortisol, within a normal youthful range.* In two studies of "chronically stressed people", it improved stress, well-being, and happiness.* 1-3
It's also been helpful against feelings of anxiousness, worry and for improving stress tolerance.*4-8
Memory: Helps support healthy memory in people with cognitive impairment.*9,10
Weight Loss & Muscle Growth: In multiple human studies with well over 100+ people, it was shown to help support:11-14
Endurance: helps improve endurance in healthy athletic adults and elite cyclists.*15,16
Blood Sugar: helps support healthy sugar levels within a normal, youthful range.*17
Magnolia officialism is a natural plant extract, which has been shown to support the body's positive response to stress, which can result in nervous tension, irritability, fatigue, sadness, and nervous eating.*21-23
As an additional side benefit, the relaxing effect of Magnolia Bark Extract (but NON drowsy) has been shown to help control appetite and stress-related eating, thereby helping you to manage your weight.*21-23
Other interesting benefits have been reported in clinical studies: 23
Phosphatidylserine is a phospholipid (a fat molecule attached to a phosphate) and is a major component of all cell membranes. It has particular importance in healthy brain function; people use it as a supplement to promote youthful cognitive/brain function and memory, relieve stress & balance cortisol levels and more.*
NOTE: We use the patented BioPS® PhosphatidylSerine (PS) because it's 60% pure, the highest out of all available PhosphatidylSerine supplements. It's developed & produced with the latest enzyme technology under GMP facility, advanced technology of SC-CO2 extract, solvents free and Non-GMO.
Stress: Supports healthy cortisol and ACTH (which controls cortisol release) within a normal, youthful range following a stress test in human clinical trials.*24-26
Cognitive/Brain Function: Promotes healthy cognitive impairment and memory, increases the speed of mathematical calculations and improves mood.* 27-31
Rhodiola rosea is an adaptogen with a long history of traditional use for
NOTE: There are many forms of Rhodiola rosea in the market and most are of the "dead" root. You want to make sure you use the highest extracts, which are clinically proven to work. This is why ours is standardized to 3% rosavins and 1% salidrosides.
Stress Relief: It helps combat stress by helping the body, brain and immune system return to, and maintain a normal, balanced, youthful state.*39
When used daily, human studies show a "significant reductions in stress, worry, and negative emotions".* Results are felt in one week, and continued to improve for the duration of the 12 week study.40,41
Sexual Function: Due to the decrease in stress hormones, there's an increase in testosterone levels leading to improved libido and sexual function.*42-44
Cognition: Improvement in neurotransmitters ("brain chemicals") leading to enhanced and healthy brain function with less mental fatigue.*45-47
L-theanine can help lower cortisol levels by promoting relaxation and decreasing stress responses.
It does this by affecting brain activity, specifically increasing alpha-wave activity, which is associated with a relaxed state, and by potentially influencing neurotransmitter signaling in the brain.
It also may indirectly reduce stress by improving GABA levels and serotonin levels, which contribute to relaxation and mood regulation.
L-theanine may increase alpha-wave activity, a brainwave pattern associated with relaxation and a state of calm alertness. This can help counteract the stress response and lower cortisol levels.
L-theanine is structurally similar to glutamate, a neurotransmitter involved in stress responses. It may compete with glutamate for receptors, potentially reducing glutamate-mediated excitation and promoting relaxation.
L-theanine may increase GABA levels, a neurotransmitter that promotes relaxation and reduces anxiety, and may also influence serotonin and dopamine levels, further contributing to stress reduction and mood regulation.
Studies have shown that L-theanine can reduce subjective stress, salivary cortisol, and anxiety in response to stressful situations.