Stress Relief

Sometimes your body needs a little extra support to manage stress. Help your body out with our many stress relief options!

Stress Relief

Need stress relief? Learn more about antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, and supplements for adrenal, mood, sleep, and neurotransmitter support.

Stress is a real bummer, right? Sometimes your body and brain needs a little extra support to get through the stresses of life. Whether you need help managing stress or anxiety, you’ll find options and support from us. Reducing and managing stress involves 

  • Getting to the source of it
  • Giving your body the nutrition and exercise it needs
  • Ensuring your glands, hormones, and brain are running smoothly
  • Making sure you’re sleeping well
  • Supporting your brain’s “messengers” 
  • Supporting a generally stable and content mood

Partnering with your healthcare practitioner and you, we can provide everything from specialized stress-relief prescriptions to the most natural of stress-management products.

Options for Stress Management

Medications for 

  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Supplements for

  • Adrenal Support
  • Mood Support
  • Sleep Support
  • Neurotransmitter Support

Featured Articles

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15 NATURAL ANXIETY REMEDIES

June 13, 2022

We get it. Anxiety’s a pain. It’s a little more than the nervousness you might feel before, say, giving a public speech, and a little less than full-on panic. It might make you feel out of control and certainly adds a layer of difficulty and emotional fatigue to your everyday life. Thankfully, though, we’re here to help and you’ve got many DIY natural anxiety remedies at your disposal. It goes without saying that the best natural anxiety remedies are those that meet your specific needs, and finding those may take a little experimentation and time. The pursuit, however, is well worth the effort. Let us give you some ideas to guide you on your way. What is Anxiety? Anxiety itself is a normal and healthy emotion. According to the American Psychological Association, it’s defined by “feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical changes like increased blood pressure.” Your brain, in response to a stressful situation, gives your amygdala–two almond-shaped structures in its center–center stage, and the “fight-flight-freeze” response kicks off. This more primitive part of your brain thinks it gets to decide whether you “fight” against whatever stressed you out, “fly” away from it, or “freeze” until it passes. An anxiety disorder, on the other hand, happens when the duration or severity of the anxiety grows out of proportion to the original stressor or trigger. The symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), according to Medical News Today, can include: Restlessness, and a feeling of being “on-edge”Uncontrollable feelings of worryIncreased irritabilityConcentration…

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YOUR OPTIONS FOR STRESS RELIEF SUPPLEMENTS, ANXIETY MEDICATIONS, AND ANTIDEPRESSANTS: A PRIMER

April 20, 2022

Maybe you’re facing a pile of work at your job, or you’re stressed because your bills are mounting even as your ability to pay them diminishes. Many situations in life can cause us stress, from family or health difficulties to the stress of loneliness or isolation. And sometimes that stress sticks around and escalates into an anxiety or depression that doesn’t want to leave.  While you might be tempted to give in and let it have its way, we’re not going to let that happen!  We’re here to help, with the what’s-what about antidepressants and anxiety medications, and advice on the best stress relief supplements. You’ve got plenty of ways to get to a better place. Which Is Better: Medications or Supplements? You may wonder which is better for you: medications or supplements. Both have their pluses and minuses. The answer is that it depends on multiple factors, including your: Level of stress. Do you see it as circumstantially related and likely to decrease at some point? Or has it escalated into anxiety and influenced your ability to function? What other things are you doing to relieve stress? Medical history and other medications you might be taking. Some antidepressants used to treat anxiety may interact with other kinds of drugs, for example. Tolerance for potential drug side effects. Both medications and supplements can come with side effects. On the other hand, particular ones might prove ineffective for you. Preferences for natural or prescribed solutions. We respect whichever route you decide…

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Products for Adrenal Support

Neuroscience AdreCor with SAMe by Smith Rexall Drug

ADRECOR with SAMe

NeuroScience

Contains non-glandular ingredients important for adrenal health and reducing stress-induced fatigue

Ortho Molecular Adren-All by Smith Rexall Drug

ADREN-ALL

ORTHO MOLECULAR

The special blend of vitamins and adaptogenic herbs in Adren-All® support normal adrenal function during occasional stress and fatigue.

Adapten-All 120 capsules from Smith Rexall Drug

ADAPTEN-ALL

ORTHO MOLECULAR

This unique blend of nutrients, herbs and adaptogens supports normal adrenal function during occasional stress and fatigue.

Ortho Molecular AdreneVive by Smith Rexall Drug

ADRENEVIVE

ORTHO MOLECULAR

AdreneVive® is formulated to help respond to HPA axis loading, build stress resilience and maintain healthy HPA axis function.

Products for Mood Support

Botanicalm from Smith Rexall Drug

BOTANICALM

ORTHO MOLECULAR

Botanicalm is a synergistic blend of botanicals historically used to support a sense of tranquility by reducing overstimulation and scattered thoughts.

Ortho Molecular DHEA Tablets for Hormone Support

DHEA TABLETS

ORTHO MOLECULAR

Each tablet provides 5 mg of DHEA derived from the wild yam, allowing for incremental oral supplementation and flexibility with numerous hormone-balancing and stress-fighting protocols.

Ortho Molecular DHEA for Hormone Support

DHEA 25 MG

ORTHO MOLECULAR

Each tablet provides 25 mg of DHEA derived from the wild yam, allowing for incremental oral supplementation and flexibility with numerous hormone-balancing and stress-fighting protocols.

Pregnenolone Micronized

PREGNENOLONE

ORTHO MOLECULAR

A key precursor to cortisol, DHEA and progesterone, pregnenolone promotes normal adrenal function and supports the stress response system by acting as a hormone precursor.

Products for Good Sleep Support

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CALM CP

NEURO SCIENCE

A calm sleep supplement that reduces cortisol levels and provides ingredients important for calm, sleep, and management of blood sugar

Neuroscience Calm PRT 120 capsules from Smith Rexall Drug

CALM PRT

NEURO SCIENCE

Calm PRT contains ingredients that when taken at below the suggested use may cause over-excitation, jitteriness, or agitation.

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COPACALM

ORTHO MOLECULAR

CopaCalm is formulated to address daily stress and provide a state of relaxed focus without drowsiness. This is especially beneficial at the time of a stressful occurrence or in anticipation of a stressful event.

Products for Neurotransmitter Support

Ortho Molecular Cerenity from Smith Rexall Drug

CERENITY

ORTHO MOLECULAR

Cerenity® includes advanced neurotransmitter support to fight stress and promote relaxation.

Ortho Molecular 5-HTP from Smith Rexall Drug

5-HPT

ORTHO MOLECULAR

5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is a precursor to serotonin, a brain neurotransmitter associated with the feeling of well-being.

Botanicalm from Smith Rexall Drug

BOTANICALM

ORTHO MOLECULAR

Botanicalm is a synergistic blend of botanicals historically used to support a sense of tranquility by reducing overstimulation and scattered thoughts.

Neuroscience GABA Trex from Smith Rexall Drug

GABA TREX

NEUROSCIENCE

Chewable tablets containing L-theanine, an amino acid shown to reduce stress, promoting balance*