3 Natural Ingredients for Stress Support

When we experience stress, the body’s complex systems — including the nervous system, hormonal balance, sleep patterns, and mood — can all be affected. Prolonged or repeated stress may leave us feeling fatigued, tense, and mentally overwhelmed. This is where natural supplements can play a supportive role, alongside healthy lifestyle practices like a wholefood diet, regular exercise, connection, and mindfulness techniques.
Natural does not mean less effective. In fact, many natural compounds, including magnesium, ashwagandha, and L-theanine, are supported by scientific studies showing how they can support the body’s stress response. When seeking to support nervous system and build resilience, these ingredients offer gentle, holistic support.

Magnesium is well known for its support for the body in over 300 enzymatic processes, such as DNA and RNA replication, ATP (energy production), muscular contraction and blood pressure and so much more. So, when the body is under stress it is understandable that magnesium is used up at a faster rate as the demand for it in the body rises.
When it comes to the nervous system, magnesium supports the release and activity of several neurotransmitters, therefore it can support balanced neuronal activity. So, if you are wanting to smooth out the rollercoaster ride of stress then look to magnesium to support you.
Being deficient in magnesium can lead to the body being more susceptible to stress, which then leads to more magnesium being used up and a “vicious cycle” begins. Supplementation of magnesium can support the body’s response to stress and therefore supporting the nervous system and sleep.
Different forms of magnesium can be helpful for different processes in the body, but the most important aspect to look for is its bioavailability to the body.
Aquamin™ Marine Magnesium is a naturally sourced magnesium from the ocean, so it contains over 72 trace minerals that work synergistically with the body for better absorption. This also means that with better absorption comes easier digestion and more benefits. With the busyness that modern life brings, we want to have the energy to do the things we love, so benefits such as supporting energy production and healthy sleep patterns that magnesium gives us can support us in doing just that.

Aquamin™ Marine Magnesium is ideal for those needing support for calm, relaxation and physical recovery from stress.

Another ingredient renowned for its stress supporting properties is L-Theanine, an amino acid found naturally in green tea, black tea and some mushrooms. It supports alpha brainwave activity, which is linked to calm, focussed alertness – the perfect state for sitting exams and working on deadlines. When times are stressful, and mental pressures are high, mental clarity and focus can disappear so it’s good to know there is a supportive supplement on hand that works in minutes. L-Theanine can cross the blood brain barrier where is exerts its calming support.