Cortisol is a hormone naturally produced by our body. In small amounts, cortisol is required to modulate carbohydrate metabolism, inflammation, and cardiovascular functions.

This hormone is also involved in our body's response to stress. During stressful times, cortisol is produced in larger amounts and promotes weight gain, raises blood pressure and blood sugar levels, as well as suppresses the immune system.

A short-term rise in the levels of cortisol is normal - our body's cortisol level usually drops to normal levels after the stress is gone. Long-term stress, however, can contribute to constantly high level of this hormone.

Anchor Health's Corti Response is designed to reduce and control high cortisol level. Corti Response is the perfect supplement to help you lose weight and manage stress.

Corti Response's natural ingredients include:

• Chromium
  Chromium is an essential trace element that is required for the metabolism of protein, fat, and carbohydrates.
  
  Studies have suggested that taking a chromium supplement can help boost metabolism, thereby increasing muscle mass and reducing fat.
  
  
• Holy Basil
  Holy basil, a cousin to the common culinary version of basil, is an Indian herb used in Ayurvedic medicine. Holy basil is widely used to treat stress-related health problems.
  
  
• Cocoa Seed
  The seed of the cocoa plant is rich in antioxidants and other beneficial components. Indeed, over 300 chemically identifiable compounds make cocoa one of the most complex foods today.
  
  
• Magnolia Bark
  Magnolia bark is used in traditional Chinese medicine to relieve various ailments caused by stress. Scientists have discovered two main anti-stress components of magnolia bark, biphenol compounds called magnolol and honokiol that can help lower cortisol levels.
  
  Japanese studies have suggested that the active ingredients of magnolia bark are also potent antioxidants that can improve brain health by modulating our body's neurotransmitters.
  
  
• Green Tea Leaf
  Used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine, green tea leaf is noted for its many healing properties. Green tea extract is made from unfermented tea leaves rich in polyphenols, a powerful antioxidant that can help reduce stress, lower blood glucose levels, and more.
  
  
• Ashwagandha
  Ashwagandha, a popular herb in Ayurvedic medicine, has been traditionally used as a rejuvenating tonic. This herb is important because of its ability to increase energy, enhance stamina, boost sexual performance, and reduce stress.
  
  
• Passion Flower
  Passion flower is used by herbalists to treat anxiety and restlessness. Recent scientific studies suggest that extract of this herb can be as effective as chemical drugs in treating anxiety, without the unwanted side effects.
  
  
• L-Theanine
  Theanine is an amino acid found in certain plants, including tea plants and mushrooms. This natural compound can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve the quality of sleep and concentration, boost the immune system, and more.
  
  
• Banaba
  A traditional herb of the Philippines, Banaba is used to lower blood sugar and promote healthy insulin levels. This herb can control appetite and sugar cravings, as well as promote weight loss.
  
  The active ingredient of Banaba, a triterpenoid compound called corosolic acid, can stimulate the absorption of glucose into cells.
  
  
• Vanadyl Sulfate
  Vanadyl sulfate is the most common form of vanadium, an essential trace element. Scientific studies have suggested that vanadyl sulfate can help regulate our body's blood sugar levels.

Select Scientific References

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• Keen CL, et al. Cocoa antioxidants and cardiovascular health. Am J Clin Nutr 2005; 81(1 Suppl): 298S-303S
• Mishar LC, et al. Scientific basis for the therapeutic use of Withania somnifera (ashwagandha): a review. Altern Med Rev 2000; 5(4):334-46.
• Kakuda T. Neuroprotective effects of the green tea components theanine and catechins. Biol Pharm Bull. 2002; 25(12):1513-8.