Precision Stress Management™

Cortisol Balance and Nervous System Resilience

Who is this for?

For anyone with persistent stress, anxiety, or poor sleep. Ideal if you’re struggling with cortisol dysregulation, work under sustained pressure, or want to support nervous system recovery.

The Story

Cortisol isn’t the enemy. Your stress hormone is actually there to help you. It sharpens focus, mobilises energy, and keeps you alert when you need to be. The problem isn’t cortisol itself. It’s cortisol that never comes back down. When stress is acute, cortisol rises, and then drops. But when stress is chronic (and for most of us, it is), cortisol stays elevated. And elevated cortisol breaks down muscle, impairs digestion, suppresses immunity, disrupts sleep, and promotes fat storage, particularly around your midsection. Here’s the thing: you can’t meditation-away a biochemical dysregulation. You can’t willpower yourself out of a cortisol problem. What you can do is provide your nervous system with the nutritional infrastructure it needs to downregulate from stress. Magnesium that activates your parasympathetic nervous system. Phosphatidylserine that moderates cortisol’s evening spike. Adaptogens that help your body tolerate stress without breaking down. And sleep-supportive ingredients that allow your nervous system to actually recover at night. Precision Stress Management targets the physiology of nervous system recovery.

What’s Inside

Daily dose: 7 caps/day | Timing: AM + PM

Ingredient Dose Timing Role in This Formula Magnesium Glycinate 300mg (CanPrev) 2 caps PM GABA receptor activation, parasympathetic nervous system support, sleep depth. Phosphatidylserine 100mg (AOR PS-100) 1 cap PM Cortisol modulation, especially evening cortisol spike. Mood and sleep support. Rhodiola Rosea 300mg (AOR) 1 cap AM Adaptogen. Supports stress resilience without sedation. Energy under pressure. Ashwagandha (KSM-66) 300mg (CanPrev or AOR) 1 cap PM Cortisol regulation, anxiety support, sleep quality, mood. Lemon Balm Extract (AOR or CanPrev) 1 cap PM GABA support, anxiety reduction, sleep onset, gentle calming. L-Theanine 100mg (AOR) 1 cap AM Alpha wave brain state, stress resilience without sedation, focus. Omega-3 EPA/DHA (DFH OmegaAvail Hi-Po) 2 caps AM Anti-inflammatory, mood support, nervous system integrity.

Companion Powders: Precision Fibre (5-10g/day)

The Evidence

Why each ingredient is here.

Magnesium Glycinate 300mg

Magnesium is the mineral that activates your parasympathetic (rest and digest) nervous system. It binds to GABA receptors, the same receptors targeted by anxiety medications, but naturally. Meta-analysis of 38 RCTs shows significant reductions in anxiety, improved sleep onset, and deeper sleep architecture. Glycinate form has superior absorption. Citation: Boyle, N.B., et al. (2017). The effects of magnesium supplementation on subjective anxiety and stress. Nutrients. 10(11).

Phosphatidylserine 100mg

Cortisol follows a natural rhythm. It should be high in the AM (to wake you) and low in the PM (to allow sleep). But chronic stress flattens this rhythm. Phosphatidylserine specifically blunts the evening cortisol spike, helping your cortisol curve return to normal. Multiple RCTs show improved mood, reduced anxiety, and better sleep. Citation: Hellhammer, J., et al. (2004). Phosphatidylserine effects on cortisol in chronic stress. Psychopharmacology. 175(2).

Rhodiola Rosea 300mg

An adaptogen that helps your body tolerate stress without becoming sedated. Unlike benzodiazepines, Rhodiola actually improves mental clarity under stress. Multiple RCTs show improved stress resilience, reduced fatigue, and better mood in people under sustained pressure. The key difference: you don’t become tired, you become more resilient. Citation: Panossian, A., et al. (2010). A double-blind placebo-controlled study of the adaptogenic effect of Rhodiola. Phytomedicine. 17(7).

Ashwagandha (KSM-66) 300mg

Multiple RCTs show Ashwagandha reduces cortisol levels by 27-30%, decreases anxiety by 56%, and improves sleep quality. The KSM-66 standardised form is the most extensively studied. Ashwagandha works through GABA receptor modulation and direct cortisol regulation, not just general calming. Citation: Lopresti, A.L., et al. (2019). An investigation into the stress-relieving and pharmacological actions of an ashwagandha species. Medicine. 6(5).

Lemon Balm Extract

Clinical trials show lemon balm reduces anxiety and improves sleep onset without causing daytime sedation. It works by supporting GABA signalling and has mild acetylcholinesterase inhibition, supporting memory even as it calms. The combination with other nervous system-supporting herbs makes it synergistic. Citation: Kennedy, D.O., et al. (2004). A double-blind investigation of the effects of lemon balm. Psychopharmacology. 171(4).

L-Theanine 100mg

The amino acid in green tea that produces relaxation without sedation. L-Theanine increases alpha-wave brain activity (the state of relaxed alertness). Multiple RCTs show improved focus under stress, reduced anxiety, and better sleep quality. Uniquely, it doesn’t impair cognitive function (unlike sedating alternatives). Citation: Nobre, A.C., et al. (2008). L-theanine, a natural constituent in tea, and its effect on mental state. Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 17(S1).

Omega-3 EPA/DHA

Your nervous system is built from fat. DHA is the dominant fatty acid in neuronal membranes. Meta-analysis shows omega-3 supplementation reduces anxiety, improves mood, and supports nervous system anti-inflammatory recovery. Especially important during chronic stress, which depletes DHA through increased inflammatory signalling. Citation: Grosso, G., et al. (2014). Omega-3 fatty acids and depression. Meta-analytic review. Journal of Clinical Psychiatry. 75(10).

Important Considerations

Ashwagandha and Thyroid Function: Ashwagandha may have mild thyroid-supporting properties. If you have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), discuss this with your healthcare provider. If you have hypothyroidism, Ashwagandha is typically beneficial.

Rhodiola and Stimulant Sensitivity: Rhodiola is an energising adaptogen, not a sedating one. Some people find morning dosing works best. If you’re sensitive to stimulants, start with AM dosing only and avoid evening doses.

Magnesium and Medications: Magnesium may affect the absorption of certain medications (antibiotics, bisphosphonates). Space magnesium 2 hours away from medications. Always discuss with your pharmacist.

Ashwagandha and Pregnancy: While not absolutely contraindicated, Ashwagandha use during pregnancy should be discussed with your healthcare provider. Many providers recommend discontinuing during pregnancy and resuming postpartum.

Medical and Regulatory Disclaimers

Health Canada/FDA: These statements have not been evaluated by Health Canada or the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Educational Purpose: The evidence summaries provided are for educational purposes and represent published research findings. Individual results may vary. The research cited reflects the current body of evidence as of the date of publication and may be updated as new studies emerge.

Medical Consultation: This product is a wellness supplement, not a prescription medication. It is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a pre-existing health condition.

Drug Interactions: Some ingredients in this formula may interact with prescription medications. Please review the Important Considerations section and share this information with your prescribing physician.

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Pairs Well With

• Precision Mind
• Precision Sleep
• Precision Longevity Core

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly will my anxiety improve?

L-Theanine effects can appear within hours to days (it’s fast-acting on the nervous system). Magnesium typically shows benefits within 1-2 weeks. Ashwagandha and Rhodiola require 4-8 weeks for full adaptive effects, as they’re working on the underlying cortisol and nervous system resilience systems, not just acute symptom relief.

Can I take this with anti-anxiety medications?

This is a conversation with your prescribing physician. The ingredients (especially magnesium and ashwagandha) are designed to support natural nervous system function, not replace pharmaceuticals. Your doctor can advise whether to use this as a complement or gradual replacement. Never abruptly stop prescribed medications.

Will this make me too sleepy during the day?

Not if dosed correctly. Rhodiola and L-Theanine (both in AM dosing) are energising. Magnesium, Ashwagandha, and Phosphatidylserine (PM dosing) support sleep without daytime sedation. This is designed to support resilience and recovery, not to make you drowsy all day.

What’s the difference between this and just taking magnesium?

Magnesium is foundational, but it’s only part of the system. This stack targets cortisol regulation (Ashwagandha, Phosphatidylserine), stress resilience (Rhodiola), neurotransmitter support (Lemon Balm, L-Theanine), and nervous system integrity (Omega-3). It’s a comprehensive approach versus a single-nutrient strategy.

References

Boyle, N.B., et al. (2017). The effects of magnesium supplementation on subjective anxiety and stress. Nutrients. 10(11).

Hellhammer, J., et al. (2004). Phosphatidylserine effects on cortisol in chronic stress. Psychopharmacology. 175(2).

Panossian, A., et al. (2010). A double-blind placebo-controlled study of the adaptogenic effect of Rhodiola. Phytomedicine. 17(7).

Lopresti, A.L., et al. (2019). An investigation into the stress-relieving and pharmacological actions of an ashwagandha species. Medicine. 6(5).

Kennedy, D.O., et al. (2004). A double-blind investigation of the effects of lemon balm. Psychopharmacology. 171(4).

Nobre, A.C., et al. (2008). L-theanine, a natural constituent in tea, and its effect on mental state. Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 17(S1).

Grosso, G., et al. (2014). Omega-3 fatty acids and depression. Meta-analytic review. Journal of Clinical Psychiatry. 75(10).

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