Evidence supporting the use of: Mineral Blend
For the body system: Adrenal Glands
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Mineral blends, typically consisting of a variety of essential macro- and trace minerals (such as magnesium, potassium, calcium, zinc, and others), have a long history of traditional use to support overall vitality and well-being, which includes the function of the adrenal glands. In traditional herbal and naturopathic systems, minerals are considered foundational for maintaining energy and resilience to stress—functions often attributed to the adrenal glands. The rationale is that the adrenal glands, responsible for producing hormones like cortisol and aldosterone, require adequate levels of minerals for optimal function, particularly sodium, potassium, and magnesium, which are involved in fluid balance and stress response.
However, direct scientific validation specifically linking generic "mineral blends" to improved adrenal gland function is limited. Some studies highlight the role of individual minerals (e.g., magnesium deficiency may exacerbate stress response; sodium and potassium are essential for adrenal hormone action), but there is little high-quality clinical evidence supporting the use of multi-mineral supplements specifically for adrenal support in healthy individuals. Most claims are based on traditional use and the understanding that correcting a mineral deficiency may indirectly aid adrenal health. Therefore, while there is some traditional basis and a plausible physiological rationale, robust scientific evidence is lacking, and the evidence rating is moderate at best.
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 Mineral Blend
Adrenal GlandsMuscles
Nails
Nerves
Skeletal System (Bones)
Teeth