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Cortisol Manager Allergen Free by Integrative Therapeutics

30 capsules · 15-day supply
Supports a Balanced Cortisol Response and Restful Sleep
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Integrative Therapeutics Cortisol Manager Allergen Free overview

If your evenings feel busy in the head and you want a calm wind-down without melatonin, this allergen-free formula is a practical fit. It suits adults navigating high-stress periods, shift workers re-anchoring sleep, and anyone who wants the original Cortisol Manager actives in a soy-free, vegan, gluten-free capsule. Per Integrative Therapeutics, this version is free from the top 9 allergens (dairy, egg, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, gluten, peanut, soy, wheat, sesame).

Sensoril® is a standardized ashwagandha extract; in a 2008 placebo-controlled trial referenced by the manufacturer, it significantly reduced serum cortisol versus placebo. L-theanine, an amino acid found in green tea, supports relaxed alertness by promoting alpha brain-wave activity. Magnolia bark extract (standardized to honokiol and magnolol) adds gentle calming through GABA-related signaling, and Sharp-PS® Green phosphatidylserine, a soy-free phospholipid, contributes to the membrane signaling that helps the body's stress-response system settle.

Per Integrative Therapeutics: take 1 capsule before bedtime, or as recommended by a healthcare professional. Increase to 2 capsules during periods of high stress. For nightly use. Many people notice calmer pre-sleep within the first few nights; broader benefits on stress patterns typically develop over 2 to 8 weeks of daily use.

If you take prescription medications, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are receiving cancer treatment, talk to your clinician before starting and review the warnings below.

Frequently asked questions

How is the allergen-free version different from the original Cortisol Manager?

The allergen-free version is free from the top 9 declared allergens, including soy, and uses Sharp-PS® Green soy-free phosphatidylserine. The original tablet uses phosphatidylserine sourced from soybean lecithin. The core ashwagandha + L-theanine + magnolia framework is similar.

Will this make me drowsy the next morning?

Most people do not feel groggy at the recommended dose. If you do, take it 60 to 90 minutes before bed instead of right at bedtime, or step back to other supportive habits like dim light and earlier caffeine cutoff.

How quickly does it work?

Many people notice calmer pre-sleep within the first few nights from L-theanine and magnolia. Broader stress-response benefits from ashwagandha typically develop over 2 to 8 weeks of consistent nightly use.

Can I take more than one capsule?

Per the label, you can increase to 2 capsules during periods of high stress. Stay within the labeled use unless your healthcare professional advises otherwise.

Is it habit-forming?

It is not melatonin-based and is not classified as habit-forming. It works on stress signaling and calming neurotransmission, so it can be stopped without rebound effects.

Can I take it with magnesium or other sleep supports?

Yes; many people pair it with magnesium glycinate. Add one new product at a time so you can tell what is doing what, and review interactions if you take prescription medications.

Is the formula vegan?

Yes. Per the manufacturer, the allergen-free version is vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free.

How to take it & ingredients

Suggested use: Take 1 capsule before bedtime. Increase to 2 capsules during times of high stress or as recommended by a healthcare professional.
Active ingredients
2 capsules per serving · 15 servings
Phosphatidylserine
SharpPS Green soy free
100 mg
Stress Reducing Proprietary Blend
Ashwagandha root and leaf extract (Sensoril), L-theanine (Suntheanine)
500 mg
Cortisol Reducing Proprietary Blend
Magnolia bark extract, Epimedium aerial parts extract
450 mg
Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (vegetable capsule), Cellulose, Silicon dioxide