what supplements lower cortisol?

[anxiet1001]

So far I have this list: rhodiola rosea +Ashwagandha + Phosphatidylserine + Holy Basil
what is the strongest cortisol lowering supplement you have tried?

[rhadam]

SNS Reduce XT

[danielmoo]

Ash has been my go-to for that purpose along with products containing arimistane.

[jaredmus]

Ksm66 aka ashwaganda from my understanding ..and what the companies market

[neddo]

Exercise.

[VaughnTrue]

Ksm66 aka ashwaganda from my understanding ..and what the companies market

I've been using 600mg/DAY KSM-66 and think it's one of the best ingredients out there. Stuff rocks on so many different levels

[compan]

I've been using 600mg/DAY KSM-66 and think it's one of the best ingredients out there. Stuff rocks on so many different levels

This. Certainly one of the better options out there.

[achillesbruh]

ashwaghanda, rhodiola, pretty much any adaptogens.

[powercage]

Acute raises in cortisol can be beneficial


Do you believe you have chronically raised cortisol? Why?

[cdnecam]

Just a couple words on cortisol if you don't already know. It is a glucocorticoid, and also is synonymously referred to as hydrocortisone. "It is secreted by the adrenal gland in response to ACTH from the pituitary to stimulate fat and protein catabolism, gluconeogenisis, and the release of fatty acids and glucose into the blood. This help the body adapt to stress and repair damaged tissues. Glucocorticoids also have an anti-inflammatory effect; hydrocortisone is widely used in ointments to relieve swelling and other signs of inflammation. Excessive glucocorticoid secretion or medical use, however, suppresses the immune system" (1).

The immune suppression comes from inhibition of synthesis of leukotrines, prostaglandins, and antibodies. It also kills immature T and B cells which are two important families of cells for immunity (1). Cortisol also suppresses the secretion of sex hormones (ie testosterol, estrogen, leutinizing hormone) (1).

So on the one hand you need it, on the other hand it can be harmful. See a medical doctor if you are concerned.

1) Kenneth S. Saladin, Anatomy and Physiology The Unity of Form and Function, 6th ed. McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc, 2012.

[XCriticalBenchX]

I've been using 600mg/DAY KSM-66 and think it's one of the best ingredients out there. Stuff rocks on so many different levels

Are you getting it from a specific product?

I've always used formutech youth for cortisol control with 7-keto with freakin awesome results. Works great for me, with my sleep schedule being all over the place working night shift.. it has done me way to much good.

Mike

[BigAust]

Over the years DS Lean Xtreme was ok and last few years Cortisolve from MPA helped. I am finding ashwaghanda in a lot of MT products now like Prebuild. I only find the benefits trying to control cortisol levels in the last few weeks of comp prep as body is really stressed.

[rhadam]

Over the years DS Lean Xtreme was ok and last few years Cortisolve from MPA helped. I am finding ashwaghanda in a lot of MT products now like Prebuild. I only find the benefits trying to control cortisol levels in the last few weeks of comp prep as body is really stressed.

I used to love DS Lean Xtreme, but SNS Reduce XT is basically LX v2.

[ahawk01]

Indole 3 carbonal and diim. I3c turns into diim I also use ashwaghanda.

[powercage]

Im skeptical of the data on dim

[jaredmus]

Im skeptical of the data on dim

I’d need to read more about it but I know it’s in a lot of products from reputable brands ..Core nutritionals mor****en nutrition to name 2 I like

[powercage]

I’d need to read more about it but I know it’s in a lot of products from reputable brands ..Core nutritionals mor****en nutrition to name 2 I like

Glutamine

[marcodeniro]

I have always used N.A.C and Relora to help with maintain healthy cortisol levels.

[alexndre]

Reduce XT has helped me before. Taking Driven Sports Lean Xtreme can also help.

[LewisPT]

Indole 3 carbonal and diim. I3c turns into diim I also use ashwaghanda.

What product do you use for I3C(DIM)?
Been looking for this supplement ever since I found out about the hormonal benefits but have never found a stockist here in the UK.

@OP Vitamin C has great anti cortisol effects, especially after a CNS intense workout when cortisol levels spike.

[Peppesbodega]

cbd oil, 100%.

Also omega3 - it also activates the endocannabinnoid system.

[Thefokusas]

Since cortisol is highly affected by sleep quality and quantity, i suggest looking into ZMA and GABA and melatonin. Also vitamin C and omega 3 (the higher the DHA the better) seems to lower cortisol. Some suggest taking vitamin C before training, to combat cortisol spike when training, some say take it after the workout.