What are natural remedies for stress?

Natural stress relievers are an effective and safe way to unwind during busy periods. These nutritional supplements contain only natural ingredients, such as herbs, vitamins, and minerals.

The advantage of these natural ingredients is that you don't have to worry about synthetic side effects and addiction.

Types of anti-stress supplements

Natural stress relievers are becoming increasingly popular worldwide. And that's not surprising, as more and more people are experiencing (chronic) stress and are becoming more aware of the risks of prescription antidepressants (1).

Want to tackle stress gently? Herbs and plant extracts provide a great foundation.

Some of the most popular options include:

1. Rhodiola Rosea

Rhodiola rosea plant extract has been used in China for centuries for its adaptogenic properties. An adaptogen is a natural substance that helps your body regulate stress and strengthen your resilience.

2. Valerian

Valerian root has a subtle calming effect. It's often used for nervousness and stressful situations. Whether you have a job interview or just a lot on your mind, valerian can offer extra support during these times.

3. Chamomile

Chamomile, a plant commonly found in the Netherlands, is known for its calming properties. You can drink chamomile tea before bed to relax and unwind, or take it as a supplement.

4. Passion flower

Passionflower is a traditional remedy for stress. Its extract contributes to stress resistance and has been used for decades for this reason. It's also a common ingredient in supplements that support stress and sleep.

Our natural remedies against stress

Our range offers various remedies that can help with stress, including our popular product “Relax+” and the widely used Rhodiola & Ginseng.

1. Relax+

Relax+ is a natural sedative with six herbal extracts, including valerian and passionflower. It helps with stress and anxiety, supports mental balance and natural sleep, and works within 45 minutes.

2. Rhodiola & Ginseng

Rhodiola & Ginseng combines the best adaptogenic herbs in a single capsule, featuring Rhodiola Rosea and Siberian Ginseng. This formula supports mental balance and benefits your mood and energy levels, among other things.

The two herbs reinforce each other in their effect, making this supplement particularly powerful in stressful situations.

3. Anti-Stress Package

This package helps with stress, fatigue, and is good for your mood. It consists of the following three products:

• Relax+ : 6 soothing ingredients for relaxation and mental balance.
• Magnesium & Taurine : High-quality magnesium for a good night's sleep and mental balance.
• Sleep & Mood Premium : Supports natural sleep with 12 bioactive ingredients.

Tips to reduce your stress yourself

Everyone has a busy, stressful day now and then. Your body can regulate that perfectly well.  But when you experience stress for a longer period of time, you can experience both mental and physical complaints.

I personally benefit greatly from the following tips to regulate my stress hormones:

Tip 1: Create a Stress-Relief Routine

Create a daily or weekly routine that includes activities that help you relax. For example, a short meditation or a walk in nature. The idea is to consciously set aside time for activities that help you unwind and clear your mind.

Tip 2: Use the '5-4-3-2-1' Grounding Technique

This is a simple mindfulness exercise that helps you stay present and calm your mind. Look around you and name five things you see, four things you can feel, three things you can hear, two things you can smell, and one thing you can taste.

Tip 3: Start a Gratitude Journal

 Every day, write down three things you're grateful for. This could be something small, like a good conversation, or something big, like successfully completing a project. Practicing gratitude can help you develop a more positive outlook on life and lower your stress levels.

Tip 4: Take 'Mini-Mindfulness Breaks'

Schedule several short mindfulness breaks throughout the day, for example, 1-2 minutes. During these mini-breaks, you can pause, breathe deeply, and focus fully on your breathing. This prevents stress from building up.

Sources Used

Vodovotz, Y., Arciero, J., Verschure, PFMJ, & Katz, D. L. (2024). A multiscale inflammatory map: linking individual stress to societal dysfunction. Frontiers in Science, 1. https://doi.org/10.3389/fsci.2023.1239462