{"product_id":"cortisol-blocker-with-emodin","title":"Cortisol Blocker (with Emodin)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotent Relaxation \u0026amp; Stress Reduction Properties*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-Acting Cortisol Management*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhanced Recovery*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes Insulin Sensitivity \u0026amp; Fat Loss Potential*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParasympathetic Nervous System Support*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCortisol, commonly known as the body’s primary stress hormone, plays a critical role in the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, when cortisol (and\/or other glucocorticoid) levels become chronically elevated, it can lead to adverse effects, including the breakdown of muscle tissue, fat gain, and insulin resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearchers have highlighted Emodin as a unique compound that directly inhibits the formation of cortisol at the enzymatic level, setting it apart from conventional adaptogens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiterature suggests that the way Emodin does this is via the selective inhibition of the 11beta-Hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 (11β-HSD1) enzyme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is certainly not for everyone, but during a long dieting phase, or for those in high stress environments, this product could be clutch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmodin used to be in our ‘Cortisol Blocker’ formula (now named ‘Calm’), however, because it is such a potent compound with far more particular use cases, we felt it was warranted to separate it into its own product entirely to maximize flexibility of use, dosage titration, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmodin can also be GI distressing for some, so that was just another reason to separate it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you use Emodin, start at 1 capsule only, and see how you respond to that over the course of a week. Titrate up slowly on an as-needed basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm vs. Emodin -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe now carry two separate cortisol modulating formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCalm\u003c\/a\u003e, and Emodin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn general, ‘Calm’ will be more than satisfactory for those seeking predictable and reliable stress response attenuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmodin on the other hand, works by inhibiting the production of cortisol at the enzymatic level, so treating Emodin like a “break glass in case” type product is our suggestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStack ‘Emodin’ with ‘Calm’ for maximum effect when more extreme situations may call for it (e.g. aggressive cutting phases, very stressful life situations, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"gorillamind","offers":[{"title":"60 Servings","offer_id":53142079766837,"sku":"42945663270957.0","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/6581\/0485\/files\/Gorilla-Mind-Calm_c9252445-eacc-48fc-bc6a-cf723eed5bb8_png_v_1762197984.webp?v=1784170217","url":"https:\/\/gorillamind.it.com\/products\/cortisol-blocker-with-emodin","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}