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The perfect pair for lifeload
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In a world that moves at lightning speed, many of us find ourselves perpetually juggling it all. The constant hustle can feel fun and exhilarating, but can also leave us feeling exhausted and running on fumes.
To stay grounded and avoid burnout, it’s essential to cultivate a personal toolkit for balance and well-being. These practices vary for everyone - yoga, nature walks, breathwork, exercise etc.
A key tool within this kit is nutrition - ensuring we nourish both mind and body in order to keep up with daily demands.
Yet, even with the best self-care practices and diets, modern-day challenges—like hectic schedules and nutrient-depleted soils—mean we often need an extra layer of support. Enter Magnesium and Ashwagandha, a dynamic duo that works in harmony to reduce stress and anxiety, boost energy, and help you better manage the hurdles of daily life.
Designed to effortlessly integrate into your existing wellness routine, these natural aids complement your efforts, helping to balance the body and calm the mind. Together, they create a powerful pair for navigating stress with resilience and ease.
Ready to lighten your load? Let’s dive in.
The context of cortisol
You have likely heard of ‘fight or flight’, a bodily response which happens during a stressful situation. In this state, cortisol spikes in order to provide energy and keep you alert. This is a hormone released by the adrenal glands to help you manage stress by regulating key bodily functions like metabolism, blood pressure and immune response.
However, if we lead a busy life filled with lots of stress that isn’t well managed, cortisol levels can often stay elevated for extended periods. This chronic elevation of cortisol disrupts the body’s natural balance, potentially leading to a myriad of negative effects such as weakened immune system, anxiety and difficulty sleeping. Essentially, when stress becomes constant, the body struggles to return to a relaxed state, and this persistent cortisol elevation wreaks havoc on physical and mental well-being.
Managing stress through self-care rituals and good nutrition is crucial to keeping cortisol levels in check and avoiding long-term health impacts.
The benefits of Magnesium for stress and anxiety are substantial, yet up to 75% of us are deficient (The World Health Organisation).
Magnesium is necessary for hundreds of metabolic functions, impacting the entire body, and in particular has very soothing effects. In fact, it has even been termed ‘nature’s tranquiliser’.
This mineral works by a surprising number of mechanisms to induce a state of relaxation and calm anxiety.
One way magnesium counters stress is by binding to and stimulating GABA receptors in the brain. GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is a neurotransmitter, one that slows brain activity. When GABA is low, your brain gets stuck in the “on” position and it becomes very hard to relax. If you find you are easily overwhelmed and worry easily with racing thoughts, this may point to low GABA levels. Low GABA is associated with anxiety, depression and even IBS.
GABA is a neurotransmitter that also plays a key role in promoting sleep, which is one reason why magnesium can greatly enhance sleep quality. Good quality sleep is crucial for keeping up with life’s demands. Even one restless night can throw us off completely.
Magnesium also restricts the release of stress hormones, acting as a filter to prevent them from entering the brain (1).
True Magnesium utilises three bioavailable forms of magnesium, for full spectrum benefits, helping you effectively return to restoration.
Ashwagandha is a versatile herb that has been used therapeutically for centuries to reduce stress and anxiety.
Ashwagandha benefits on stress come from its impact on the HPA axis and the ability to influence the endocrine system. Clinically supported KSM-66 Ashwagandha full spectrum root extract has been studied in several trials focused on stress. This research has demonstrated the efficacy of Ashwagandha in decreasing serum cortisol levels in the body and significantly reducing stress. One randomised, double blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of KSM-66 Ashwagandha root extract for 8 weeks on 64 healthy adults. It found a 44% reduction in stress, a 28% reduction in cortisol levels and 72% reduction in self-perceived anxiety (3).
By working to prevent the damage of elevated cortisol, ashwagandha can reduce feelings of anxiety and help your brain to function without stress taking its toll. As a bonus, Ashwagandha is a natural relaxant which can, in turn, help to improve sleep. One study found that participants reported a 72% improvement in sleep quality after taking Ashwagandha for 6 weeks (2)
As we navigate the complexities of modern life, this powerful herb becomes a nurturing touch, a steady hand holding yours through your day.
A powerful pairing
Incorporating True Magnesium+ and True Ashwagandha into your daily rituals offers a powerful, natural way to gently nurture mind and body so that you can better cope with the inevitable overwhelm (and beauty) of a busy life.
These holistic companions work together in harmony—magnesium soothing the mind and body, while ashwagandha helps build resilience to stress. With this perfect pair by your side, you're not just managing life's challenges—you’re thriving with balance, tranquillity, and a reassuring feeling of “I’ve got this.”
1 - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12509067/
2 - https://www.drweil.com/health-wellness/body-mind-spirit/sleep-issues/ashwagandha-for-better-sleep/
3- https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.4103/0253-7176.106022
