Cortisol Management (alias)
HPA-axis tone and stress hormone control.
Ranked by evidence strength across reported benefits.
Magnesium
Essential cofactor in 300+ enzymatic reactions, from ATP production to muscle relaxation.
Ashwagandha
Adaptogenic herb that down-regulates HPA-axis output — lowers cortisol, supports T in stressed men.
L-Theanine
Calm focus — alpha-wave amino acid from green tea that takes the edge off caffeine.
Magnesium Glycinate
Chelated magnesium bound to glycine — best-tolerated form for sleep, calm, and muscle relaxation.
Bacopa Monnieri
Ayurvedic nootropic with strong evidence for memory consolidation over 8–12 weeks.
Rhodiola Rosea
Arctic adaptogen — reduces fatigue and improves mental performance under stress.
Panax Ginseng
Adaptogenic ginseng studied for fatigue, cognition, and erectile function.
Holy Basil (Tulsi)
Ayurvedic adaptogen with anti-stress, anti-inflammatory, and glycemic effects.
Licorice Root
Adrenal-supporting herb; chronic high-dose causes pseudo-aldosteronism.
Phosphatidylserine (PS)
Phospholipid that supports cognition and may blunt cortisol response to stress.
Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia)
Malaysian root with moderate human evidence for raising free testosterone and reducing SHBG.
Phosphatidylserine
Membrane phospholipid — blunts cortisol response to stress and exercise.
KSM-66 Ashwagandha
Root-only standardized ashwagandha extract — the most-studied form for stress and T-support.
Reishi
Adaptogenic mushroom used for immune balance, sleep, and stress.
Rhodiola Rosea
Arctic adaptogen for mental fatigue, burnout, and stress resilience.
L-Tyrosine
Catecholamine precursor preserving cognition under stress and sleep deprivation.
Schisandra
Adaptogenic berry traditionally used for stamina, liver protection, and stress resilience.
Magnesium Glycinate
Bisglycinate chelate form of magnesium — gentle, well-absorbed, ideal for sleep.
Ashwagandha (Cortisol Lowering)
Validated cortisol-lowering adaptogen — ~28% reduction in chronically stressed adults.
Holy Basil (Tulsi)
Sacred basil adaptogen — anti-stress and mild glucose-lowering effects.
Sensoril Ashwagandha
Root + leaf extract standardized to ≥10% withanolides — higher potency, more sedating.
Eleuthero
Adaptogen used to support stamina, immune function, and stress resilience.
Ashwagandha (Thyroid Support)
Supports T4→T3 conversion in subclinical hypothyroid adults.