As stated, this product contains the plant Sutherlandia as its active ingredient. The plant comes from South Africa, and is advertised as being regarded as the most profound of the medicinal plants since it has multiple purposes. It has been used among all cultures in South Africa for generations.

Sutherlandia is said to help assist the body’s immune system and help the body cope with physical, mental and emotional stressors. The name means “it changes” which describes how use of the plant can help treat illnesses in a positive way.

Traditional uses of Sutherlandia are supporting the immune system, treating symptoms of type 2 diabetes, stimulating the appetite, treating asthma and bronchitis and treating symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression, among others.

For those seeking a natural formula to help combat the symptoms of stress, use of an extract such as Sutherlandia may be desirable. Due to the number of other symptoms the plant has been used to treat, in may in fact be an all in one solution for handling physical, emotional and mental stress, with just one tablet per day, which is often advertised.

While we know that the plant has been used for generations to treat all of these conditions that we have mentioned, there have not been any medical studies done on either the plant or on the product itself. As with any herbal remedy, we recommend consulting a physician prior to use, and seeking formulas that have been proven to be effective.

• Product is available for a discounted price online
• History and uses of plant described on website

• No research studies available on plant extract
• Website mentions no clinical trial of product
• No free trial of product available
• Manufacturing process is not described

As we have discussed, there are many causes of stress, a number of forms of stress, and a lot of products to choose from to handle the stress. Clearly, this is a natural alternative to prescription medications, which can be costly and cause side effects, and the plant has been used for many years in South Africa, making it appear to be effective for treating all sorts of conditions.

However, it is important to remember that while this particular website posts a history of the plant and how it has been used, there are no research studies posted to give credit to these claims of effectiveness. Herbal treatments can cause side effects in some cases, and it is important to know exactly how the product will affect each individual, and whether or not it will work.

For those looking for a natural product who are unsure about using a plant like Sutherlandia, the mineral lithium has been shown to be effective in easing tension and stress as well as improving the emotional state of being.