Evidence supporting the use of: Blend (Mineral)
For the body system: Adrenal Glands
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Mineral blends have traditionally been used in herbal and naturopathic practices to support adrenal gland function, particularly in the context of "adrenal fatigue" or stress-related depletion. The blends often contain minerals such as magnesium, potassium, calcium, and trace elements, which are thought to be depleted during periods of prolonged stress. Historical evidence for their use is largely based on the understanding that the adrenal glands play a role in electrolyte balance and that minerals are required for optimal physiological function, including hormone production and enzymatic processes in the adrenal cortex.
However, while there is historical precedent for using mineral supplementation to support general health and energy, direct scientific evidence specifically validating mineral blends for improving or supporting adrenal gland function is limited. Most studies focus on specific mineral deficiencies (like magnesium or sodium) and their impact on stress response or fatigue, rather than on a blended supplement's effects on adrenal health. The concept of "adrenal fatigue" itself is not widely accepted in mainstream medicine, and clinical trials investigating mineral blends for adrenal support are lacking. Thus, while traditional practice supports their use, scientific validation is weak.
Other ingredients that support Adrenal Glands
adrenal cortexalfalfa
ashwagandha
astragalus
basil
bovine
bovine kidney
bovine liver
bupleurum falcatum
caterpillar mushroom
cordyceps
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone)
eleuthero
ginseng
guayusa
kelp
l-tyrosine
licorice root
maca
magnesium
muira puama
Acetyl-L-Tyrosine
nettle
pantethine
pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)
phosphatidylserine
rehmannia glutinosa
reishi mushroom
relora® (proprietary)
rhizome
rhodiola
skullcap
spearmint leaf
vitamin B
vitamin B6
vitamin C
whole adrenal glandular
wild yam
zinc
sarsaparilla
suma
jiaogulan
bee pollen
lingzhi
sodium salt
dioscorea
eucommia
ganoderma
trace minerals
yerba mate
noni
herbal blend (proprietary)
ashitaba
sea salt
Animal Tissue
Antler
Adrenaline
Anemarrhena
Black Seed
Black spruce
Black galingale
Bovine Protein
Brazil nut
Ba Ji Tian
Barbasco
Bee products
Bupleurum
Curculigo orchicides
Chinese Mountain Ant
Cortisol
Codonopsis
Chuchuhuasi
Coca
Chinese Ligustrum berry
Campylandra fimbriata
Chinese Thoroughwax
cola nut
DHEA
Dendrobium
Deer Velvet
Devil's Club
Egg
Himalayan Salt
salt
Vervain
Other body systems supported by Blend (Mineral)
Adrenal GlandsGlandular System
Joints
Nails
Skeletal System (Bones)
Structural System
Teeth