There’s no denying it: this year has been particularly stressful for many of us. Aside from the perfectly normal, everyday stresses we each face at work and at home, there is plenty of other larger-scale, external factors weighing heavily on a lot of peoples’ minds.
Everybody experiences stress differently. We “feel stressed out” when we are overwhelmed, either emotionally or physically, and our body and mind react accordingly. That reaction differs from person to person. We’re also all triggered by different things. Events, situations, encounters we have with other people—each of us is predisposed to react to certain stressors in our own ways. You can learn more about the stress response—the biological and chemical reactions that occur in the body when we experience stress—in our helpful guide, "What Supplements Promote Relaxation & Reduce Stress".
Because everybody responds to stress differently, it makes sense that everybody copes with stress differently, too. Some people relax with exercise, yoga, or meditation. Other people have a certain hobby or activity that distracts them from their stress. And other people might need assistance to reduce stress.
While no dietary supplement can “make stress go away”, certain nutrients do support a healthy bodily response to stress, by promoting optimal health and supporting the various processes and mechanisms in the body that are activated by stress. While you should always consult with your physician before taking something for stress, these five supplements may help support your health*
The Bliss® Anti-Stress Formula is a special blend of plant extracts designed to promote relaxation without drowsiness and help maintain healthy levels of serotonin and dopamine. Serotonin and dopamine are two neurotransmitters: chemicals in the brain that send messages and signals between nerve cells. Serotonin helps to promote mood regulation, while dopamine supports cognitive function and mood as well.*
Among the ingredients in this anti-stress formula is Ashwagandha root extract: a plant extract commonly known as “Indian ginseng”, which has long been regarded as beneficial to cognitive and behavioral health. Rhodiola Rosea extract, or “Roseroot” extract is another ingredient in this special blend, which is known to have relaxation and adaptogen qualities. Other benefits of Bliss® Anti-Stress Formula may include helping the body adapt to stress, helping to enhance and stabilize mood, and promoting mental clarity.*
ACTS stands for Adrenal, Cortisol, Thyroid & Stress Support Formula. Cortisol is commonly known as the “stress hormone”. TLS® ACTS may help to promote normal levels of cortisol as well as support normal thyroid function. Additionally, ACTS may also: Help to minimize certain stress-related issues (weight gain, difficulty sleeping, etc.)* Help maintain healthy levels of both serotonin and dopamine* Helps enhance and stabilize mood* Helps to stabilize emotional responses to stress*
TLS® ACTS contains a blend of plant extracts including Holy Basil (to help maintain normal blood glucose levels), Ashwagandha (to promote the normal regulation of thyroid function), and Rhodiola (to promote relaxation, mental clarity, and normal neurotransmitter levels). It also contains the amino acid L-theanine, which may promote feelings of calmness and tranquility.*
As previously mentioned, stress can potentially impact sleep for some people. For those who have difficulty sleeping, Isotonix Essentials® Turn Down is designed for relaxation—formulated with a custom blend of vitamins, amino acids, and minerals to help promote mental clarity and support healthy sleep quality*
Isotonix Essentials® Turn Down contains a blend of vitamins A, B2, B6, C, and D3 to support your health. It also includes 500 mg of the amino acid L-tryptophan, which is converted into 5-hydroxytryptophan, which then can be converted into serotonin—the neurotransmitter that helps to regulate mood.*
Isotonix Essentials® Turn Down is available in a packet of isotonic-capable powder, meaning that—when mixed with the recommended amount of water—the solution becomes isotonic: it bears a chemical resemblance to the body’s own fluids, which promotes maximum and efficient absorption.*
Magnesium (which is also an ingredient in Isotonix Essentials® Turn Down) is a mineral that supports the normal metabolism of other minerals like potassium and calcium. It also helps maintain normal levels of potassium, phosphorus, calcium, adrenaline, and insulin. It works with calcium to help maintain the normal regulation of the heart and blood pressure. Magnesium is required for normal energy release, regulation of body temperature, nerve function and adaption to stress and metabolism. Isotonix® Magnesium provides 400 mg of this important nutrient, and is available as an isotonic-capable solution.*
The B Complex is a group of eight vitamins that each have their own specific function but as a group, help to support the process by which the food you eat is converted into energy to be used by your body. You can learn more about the individual vitamins in our guide “Exploring Vitamin B Benefits & Sources of Vitamin B”. Isotonix® Activated B Complex delivers the metabolically active forms of the vitamins B6, B12, and folic acid (B9) to ensure that your body absorbs and utilizes these nutrients quickly and efficiently. These three B vitamins, in particular, must undergo certain chemical changes before they can be utilized by the body. In their non-active forms, the body must work harder to “activate”, and therefore utilize these nutrients. But the B6, B12, and folic acid in Isotonix® Activated B Complex are already active. The Activated B-complex helps to maintain healthy levels of serotonin, increase energy and decrease stress, and is available in the signature Isotonix® isotonic-capable solution.*
CannabiQuin™ CannabiQuin, a special fusion of the trademarked ingredient ThymoQuin™ and full-spectrum hemp oil. ThymoQuin™, a clinically studied ingredient standardized to 3% thymoquinone content from black cumin seed, provides unique antioxidant activity. Specifically, ThymoQuin™ limits fat peroxidation—the degradation of lipids where free radicals "steal" electrons from the lipids in cell membranes,—and immune-supporting properties making it highly beneficial for the cardiovascular system, the endocrine system as well as supporting a healthy immune response. ThymoQuin™ has shown to be protective of liver cells from internal free radical impact, making it supportive of healthy cellular function.*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product(s) is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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