Stress Support Guide

Stress is a normal response to life’s demands. Learn how your stress response works and how healthy habits, nutrients, and supportive ingredients can fit into your routine.¹,²

✅ Reviewed by Jamieson's Science Team

Quick Answers

What is stress?

Stress is the body’s response to changes, challenges, or pressure.¹

Is all stress unhealthy?

No. Short-term stress can help you respond to a challenge, but ongoing stress can affect your well-being.¹

How can you manage daily stress?

Movement, relaxation techniques, sufficient sleep, and social support can all help.³

Which ingredients are used for stress support?

Ashwagandha, magnesium, and B vitamins are commonly found in stress-support formulas.⁴,⁵

What is stress support?

Stress is a normal physical and emotional response to changes or challenges. In the short term, it can help you focus and respond quickly. When stress continues, however, it can affect how you feel, sleep, think, and move through your day.¹ 

Stress support means building habits and choosing appropriate products that help you manage everyday pressure, encourage relaxation, and support overall well-being. 

How does your body respond to stress?

When your brain recognizes a challenge, your nervous system activates the stress response and releases hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol. These signals can make your heart beat faster, quicken your breathing, sharpen your attention, and prepare your muscles to respond.² 

Once the challenge passes, the body can begin returning to its usual state. Relaxation techniques and other supportive habits can help calm this response.²,³ 

Key Ingredients for Stress Support

Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha is traditionally used in herbal medicine as an adaptogen to help increase resistance to stress. Research suggests that some ashwagandha extracts may also help reduce perceived stress, though formulas and results can vary.⁴

Vitamin B

B vitamins help the body metabolize nutrients and support normal energy production. Certain B vitamins also contribute to the normal function of the nervous system.⁵

Magnesium

Magnesium supports normal muscle function, energy metabolism, and electrolyte balance. It is often included in stress-support formulas designed to encourage physical relaxation.⁵

Vitamin C

Vitamin C helps maintain normal immune function. It is also an antioxidant that helps protect cells against oxidative damage.²

What daily habits help you manage stress?

  • Move your body: Walking, stretching, or yoga can help relieve tension. 
  • Pause and breathe: Deep breathing can help calm the stress response. 
  • Protect your sleep: Keep a consistent routine for rest and recovery. 
  • Take a break: Step away and make time for things you enjoy. 
  • Stay connected: Talk to someone you trust and ask for help. 
  • Notice patterns: Track stressful moments to identify triggers and helpful responses.³ 

What to look for in stress support

Start with what you need, then choose a product that fits your life.

  • Know your goal: Everyday support, relaxation, mood support, or help unwinding? 
  • Check the label: Review ingredients, dose, directions, duration, and overlap with other supplements. 
  • Consider medications: Some ingredients may interact with prescription medications. 
  • Consider who it’s for: Check the recommended age and life stage. 
  • Find the right fit: Choose a format and dietary features that suit your routine. 
  • Look for quality: Check for an eight-digit NPN and testing for purity, potency, and identity. 

For more than 100 years, Jamieson has combined scientific expertise with rigorous quality testing. Every product is backed by the Jamieson 360 Quality Promise. 

*It is important to consult your trusted healthcare practitioner before adding any new natural health supplement to your routine.  

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FAQs
How long does ashwagandha take to work?

Research has studied specific ashwagandha extracts over several weeks, but results vary by extract, dose, and individual. Follow the product label rather than assuming every formula works the same way.⁴

Can ashwagandha interact with medications?

Yes. Ashwagandha may interact with certain medications and may not be appropriate for everyone. Consult a healthcare practitioner before use, particularly if you take medication or have a health condition.⁴

Can stress affect more than your mood?

Yes. Stress can influence physical and mental well-being, including sleep, concentration, muscle tension, energy, and how the body responds to everyday demands.¹–³

Sources
  1. HealthLink BC. Wellbeing. Updated December 29, 2025. Accessed July 14, 2026. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/mental-health-and-substance-use/wellbeing 
  2. Government of Canada, Department of National Defence. Stress and Performance. Updated July 13, 2023. Accessed July 14, 2026https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/corporate/reports-publications/health/r2mr-aide-memoire/stress-and-performance.html 
  3. HealthLink BC. Stress Management. Accessed July 14, 2026. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/healthwise/stress-management 
  4. National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements. Ashwagandha: Is It Helpful for Stress, Anxiety, or Sleep? Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. Updated May 2, 2025. Accessed July 14, 2026. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Ashwagandha-HealthProfessional/ 
  5. Health Canada. Multi-Vitamin/Mineral Supplements Monograph. Natural and Non-prescription Health Products Directorate. Updated June 26, 2026. Accessed July 14, 2026. https://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/dbImages/mono_multivitaminmineral-supplements_english.pdf