What is a Good Stress Relief Supplement

A good stress relief supplement typically combines evidence-backed ingredients like ashwagandha, L-theanine, magnesium, and sometimes saffron or GABA, but the “best” choice depends on your health, medications, and whether you want daytime calm or nighttime support. My choice would  be REDOX SIGNALING MOOD. You should always run any new supplement by your doctor or pharmacist first, especially if you have medical conditions, take prescriptions, are pregnant, or have a history of mental health issues.​

How I’d think about it

If I were choosing a stress supplement for myself, I’d start with a REDOX SIGNALING MOOD formula that uses clinically studied doses of adaptogens like ashwagandha and/or saffron, plus calming amino acids like L-theanine, because there is human research that these can modestly reduce perceived stress and anxiety scores and support sleep quality. I’d also look for third-party testing, transparent labeling, and clear dosing instructions, and I’d avoid products that promise to “cure” anxiety or replace therapy or prescribed medication.​

Strong ingredient options

• Ashwagandha: An adaptogenic herb with multiple human trials suggesting it can lower stress and anxiety scores and may help sleep; many “stress” formulas build around it.
• L-theanine: An amino acid from tea that promotes relaxation without drowsiness and is often used for daytime calm and focus.
• Magnesium (often glycinate or citrate): Supports nervous system function and may help with tension and sleep in people who are low in magnesium.
• Saffron extract: Clinical-grade extracts (like Affron® in some products) have emerging evidence for mood and stress support, sometimes combined with ashwagandha and L-theanine.

Example product types 

Find your calm with ASEA Mood—your support for stress, balance, and emotional well-being. It eases anxiety, promotes better sleep, and supports emotional balance, with 5-HTP to help the body produce more natural serotonin.

Unleash Your Balanced Emotions Most drinks ignore emotional wellness. ASEA Mood makes it center stage—with ingredients that support real-life balance. The pineapple passionfruit flavor can put anyone in a good mood, but with ingredients like 5-HTP and GABA, ASEA Mood helps you manage your stress naturally and regulate your mood beautifully

Natural Ingredients to Live Unleashed Affron® A patented form of saffron extract, Affron® helps increase your internal production of melatonin—a hormone that helps with sleep. Ashwagandha Lowers cortisol, reducing stress and anxiety, and improving overall sleep quality. GABA 

Often referred to as the “calming neurotransmitter,” GABA helps to reduce anxiety, promote relaxation, and create feelings of calmness. 5-HTP An amino acid that helps increase serotonin in the brain, improving mood, anxiety, and emotional balance. 

Pineapple & Passionfruit Flavor A bold tropical blend bursting with juicy flavor—so refreshing, you won’t want to stop sipping.

How to pick one for you

• If you mainly feel wired and tense during the day but still need to focus, I’d lean toward REDOX SIGNALING MOOD with L-theanine-heavy formulas, possibly with GABA, because they tend to be non-drowsy.
• If your stress shows up as poor sleep or constant burnout, I’d prioritize an evening product using ashwagandha and/or saffron, possibly combined with magnesium, taken regularly for several weeks.
• If you have complex health issues, are on psychiatric meds, or have a history of bipolar disorder, seizures, or liver problems, I’d only use these under direct medical supervision, since herbs like kava or high-dose adaptogens can interact with drugs or conditions.

James Eckburg

REDOX HEALTH