{"title":"Stress \u0026 Supplements: What the Evidence Says","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeople shopping for stress supplements usually look at ashwagandha, L-theanine and magnesium. We explain what's in them and what can and can't be said about them. Supplements aren't a substitute for support, and the NHS self-help steps and talking to someone come first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stress-mood-support\"\u003eStress \u0026amp; mood\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ashwagandha\"\u003eAshwagandha\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/adaptogens\"\u003eAdaptogens\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/magnesium\"\u003eMagnesium\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/b-vitamins-b12\"\u003eB vitamins\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sleep-relaxation\"\u003eSleep \u0026amp; relaxation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat helps with stress?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NHS's stress tips include being active, connecting with people, taking time for yourself, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/mental-health\/self-help\/guides-tools-and-activities\/tips-to-reduce-stress\/\"\u003enot relying on alcohol, smoking or caffeine to cope\u003c\/a\u003e. It says exercise won't make stress disappear but can reduce some of the emotional intensity you're feeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee a GP if you're struggling to cope or self-help isn't working; adults can also refer themselves to NHS talking therapies. If you need someone to talk to, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/mental-health\/feelings-symptoms-behaviours\/feelings-and-symptoms\/stress\/\"\u003eSamaritans are available on 116 123\u003c\/a\u003e, and call 999 in an emergency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoes ashwagandha work for stress?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAshwagandha has no authorised health claim, so we don't claim it relieves stress. The Food Standards Agency has reviewed evidence on its safety and says \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/consultations\/summary-of-responses-to-call-for-evidence-on-ashwagandha\/summary-of-responses-to-call-for-evidence-on-ashwagandha\"\u003ea risk assessment will then be conducted and the outcome published\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUntil then, speak to a GP or pharmacist before taking ashwagandha if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, have a health condition or take medication. L-theanine, an amino acid, also has no authorised health claim. Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ashwagandha\"\u003eashwagandha\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAre there any authorised claims for stress?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The closest is \"Magnesium contributes to normal psychological function\", where a product is at least a source of magnesium; the same claim is authorised for several other nutrients, including niacin, folate and biotin (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.legislation.gov.uk\/eur\/2012\/432\/annex\"\u003eGB register of authorised health claims\u003c\/a\u003e). It describes normal function, not stress relief. Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/magnesium\"\u003emagnesium\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe sell the products on this page. That's our commercial interest, and it's why we show the evidence alongside them. This page is \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/health-information-disclaimer\"\u003egeneral information for adults, not personalised medical advice\u003c\/a\u003e. Food supplements should not replace a varied, balanced diet.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWritten by \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-us\"\u003eAndy Arshad\u003c\/a\u003e, SupplementHQ. Last reviewed 11 October 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"allnutrition-ashwagandha-ksm","title":"Allnutrition Ashwagandha KSM","description":"\u003cp\u003eAllnutrition's take on targeted daily nutritional support, in a tablets format that is easy to keep to day after day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake as directed on the pack, ideally with food and at the same time each day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to know\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: tablets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaffeine free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp class=\"legal\"\u003eA food supplement, not a substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the stated dose. 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Do not exceed the stated dose. 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