Like many women juggling a busy life, I’ve had my fair share of stress, sleepless nights and anxiety. Over the years, I’ve learned that managing stress isn’t about doing one thing perfectly. It’s about creating a rhythm of simple, consistent habits that support your nervous system and protect your energy.

Alongside mindfulness practices, meditation and morning nature walks, I’ve discovered a small but mighty collection of natural supplements for stress relief that have significantly improved my emotional health. These supplements help me stay focused, calm and much less frazzled at the end of a hectic day.

Hifas da Terra EQUILIBRIUM

This is one of the most advanced natural formulas I’ve found for supporting long-term stress resilience and nervous system health. Equilibrium blends organic medicinal mushrooms like Reishi, Lion’s Mane, and Cordyceps, which are all clinically studied for their adaptogenic and neuroprotective properties.

Reishi helps reduce anxiety and promotes more restful sleep. Lion’s Mane supports memory, focus, and emotional balance, while Cordyceps helps sustain energy levels without overstimulation and supports adrenal health.

I take this daily during demanding times or whenever I feel emotionally drained or mentally scattered. Over time, I’ve noticed improved emotional stability and sharper thinking. Try two capsules daily, in the morning or early afternoon, with or without food.  

BetterYou Magnesium 

This is a non-negotiable part of my evening routine. Magnesium is one of the first minerals to become depleted when you’re under stress. Without enough, your body struggles to regulate cortisol, relax tense muscles, or activate its “rest and repair” mode.

BetterYou’s Magnesium Max delivers 375 mg of elemental magnesium from highly absorbable forms including Magnesium Glycinate, Citrate and Malate. These are incredibly effective at calming both body and mind. When I take it consistently, I sleep more deeply, my muscles feel more relaxed, and I avoid that wired, on-edge feeling during the night. It’s especially helpful during hormonally sensitive times. Stir one teaspoon into water or herbal tea, 30 to 60 minutes before bed, or anytime during the day to maintain magnesium levels.

R.Y.M Nutrition DE-STRESS

DE-STRESS by R.Y.M Nutrition is a go-to for daily emotional and mental balance. It features L-theanine for mental focus, vitamin B6 to support hormonal and neurotransmitter balance, saffron to elevate mood and holy basil (also known as tulsi), a traditional Ayurvedic adaptogen known for regulating cortisol and reducing anxiety.

What I love most is how it supports both clarity and calm. I recommend it to friends who are feeling overwhelmed but still need to perform under pressure. I take it during high-stress workdays or emotionally challenging times when I want to feel grounded and in control. Take two capsules daily with breakfast or lunch.

London Nootropics Zen Coffee

For years, I had a love-hate relationship with regular coffee. I adored the smell, the morning ritual, and the initial high, but I’d often feel jittery, mentally scattered, and oddly anxious within hours. Later in the day, I’d crash and feel low, overwhelmed or irritable. The caffeine rollercoaster wasn’t working, but I wasn’t ready to give up coffee altogether. That’s when I discovered Zen by London Nootropics — a game-changing alternative that gives you the pleasure and boost of coffee, but with added natural adaptogens to balance the effect on your nervous system.

Zen is made with smooth coffee blended with Ashwagandha, which helps lower cortisol and increase emotional resilience, and L-theanine, which supports calm and clarity. I still get the energising start I crave to start the day, or to help power through a deadline without the frazzled after-effects. I feel focused, calm, and emotionally even — not wired or foggy. And because they come in handy single sachets in a box, I always keep a couple in my bag when travelling. It means I can make a cup of Zen on the go and avoid excess caffeine in meetings or cafés when I want to stay on form but not overstimulated. Try one sachet mixed with hot water and milk of your choice

Australian Bush Flower Essences Calm & Clear Oral Spray

This spray lives in my bag, and I keep another one on my desk. It’s a fast-acting, natural formula made from native Australian flower essences designed to soothe emotional turbulence and restore clarity. I use it during stressful meetings, while driving, at work events, or social gatherings that feel overstimulating.

It’s a gentle yet effective way to shift your emotional state when things feel overwhelming. Just two sprays under the tongue as needed can help bring a sense of calm and centeredness.

words by Charlotte Dormon, Wellness Writer