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Adrenal Complex
Adrenal Glandular Support*
A synergistic blend of vitamins, amino acids, and whole adrenal glandulars designed to support optimal adrenal function and promote a normal stress response.*
Features 200 mg of whole adrenal glandular and 50 mg of adrenal cortex glandular per serving, combined with clinically useful amounts of N‑acetyl‑L‑tyrosine, PABA, B vitamins, and vitamin C.
• Promotes optimal adrenal health*
• Supports a healthy response to stress*
• Promotes normal hormone balance and neurotransmitter production*
• Supports optimal hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis function*
Recommended Use: Take 2 capsules per day with meals or as directed by your health-care practitioner.
Warning: Consult with your health‑care practitioner if pregnant, breastfeed, or planning to become pregnant or taking any other prescription medications.
The adrenal glands play a central role in the body’s stress response
Adrenal Complex is formulated to support healthy adrenal function and optimal HPA axis activity.* It combines adrenal glandulars with N-acetyl-L-tyrosine, a bioavailable precursor for hormones and neurotransmitters, and clinically relevant amounts of B and C vitamins. These nutrients support normal adrenal function, as well as energy and hormone production, mood, neurotransmitter metabolism, and a healthy stress response.* This comprehensive formula helps maintain normal cortisol balance and overall adrenal health.*
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Adrenal Complex is a glandular-based formula by Designs for Health that combines adrenal glandulars with N-acetyl-L-tyrosine, PABA, and key B and C vitamins to support healthy adrenal function and a balanced response to everyday stress.* Each serving provides 200 mg of whole adrenal glandular and 50 mg of adrenal cortex glandular, sourced from high-quality freeze-dried bovine tissue to help nourish adrenal health.* It also includes N-acetyl-L-tyrosine to support the production of important hormones and neurotransmitters, along with PABA for additional nutritional support.* B vitamins (B1, B2, B5, and B6) and vitamin C help support energy production, hormone balance, and the body’s natural stress response.* Together, these ingredients help support healthy cortisol balance and overall function.*
Adrenal Complex is formulated to support healthy adrenal function and hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis activity, the body’s central stress response system, and helps support normal cortisol balance.* The adrenal glands play an important role in regulating the body’s response to stress, including energy, mood, and overall balance.* This formula includes adrenal and adrenal cortex glandulars that provide nutrients to help nourish adrenal tissue.* It also contains N-acetyl-L-tyrosine along with key B vitamins and vitamin C to support healthy stress-related hormone production and adrenal health.* Individual results may vary based on stress levels and lifestyle, and it is recommended to consult your health care practitioner to determine if this product is right for your needs.*
Adrenal Complex supports four key areas related to adrenal and stress health: optimal adrenal health, a healthy response to stress, normal hormone balance and neurotransmitter production, and optimal hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis function.* The HPA axis is the body’s main stress control system, linking the brain and adrenal glands to regulate the response to stress.* These benefits are supported by a blend of freeze-dried adrenal glandulars, which provide micronutrients to help nourish adrenal tissues, N-acetyl-L-tyrosine, a highly absorbable form of tyrosine that helps support the production of key neurotransmitters involved in mood, focus, and stress response, and bioactive B vitamins (B1, B2, B5, and B6 as P5P), which act as essential cofactors to promote energy production, hormone production, and cellular metabolism.*
Take two capsules per day with meals or as directed by your health-care practitioner. For best results, use consistently to support ongoing adrenal function and a balanced stress response.* Consult your practitioner for personalized guidance.*
The ingredients in Adrenal Complex work together to nourish the adrenal glands and provide foundational support.* The formula includes 200 mg of whole adrenal glandular and 50 mg of adrenal cortex glandular per serving, both tissue-specific glandulars that provide micronutrients to help support adrenal tissue health and function.* It also contains 50 mg of N-acetyl-L-tyrosine, a bioavailable form of tyrosine that serves as a building block for hormones and neurotransmitters involved in mood and the body’s stress response.* PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) is included as an additional ingredient to complement the formula.* The formula also provides B vitamins (B1, B2, B5, and B6 as P5P) along with vitamin C, which act as essential cofactors to promote energy production, hormone and neurotransmitter production, cellular metabolism, and a healthy response to stress.*
You may notice support for stress resilience, steady energy production, and balanced moods with consistent use.* Results depend on baseline adrenal function, stress exposure, sleep quality, and diet.* Talk to your practitioner about Designs for Health Hormone Spotlight™ functional wellness testing to help determine if Adrenal Complex is right for you.*
Adrenal Complex is designed for daily use at a recommended serving of 2 capsules per day with meals, or as directed by your health care practitioner.* Consult your practitioner before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, planning to become pregnant, or taking prescription medications.* The formula uses BSE-free bovine-sourced glandulars and is gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and non-GMO.* Individual needs may vary depending on body weight, health status, and the use of other supplements or medications.*
How is Adrenal Complex different from Adrenotone™?Both Adrenal Complex and Adrenotone™ support adrenal health and a healthy stress response, but they take different approaches.* Adrenal Complex uses freeze-dried bovine adrenal glandulars for tissue-specific nutritional support and is fortified with N-acetyl-L-tyrosine, B vitamins, and vitamin C to support energy metabolism and hormone and neurotransmitter production.* Adrenotone™, in contrast, features a blend of standardized adaptogenic herbs, including ashwagandha, rhodiola, eleuthero, American ginseng, and licorice, without the use of glandulars.* Adaptogens help the body adapt to mental and physical stress and support normal cortisol metabolism.* Your practitioner can recommend the best option based on your individual wellness goals.*
Adrenal Complex
Glandular Adrenal Support for Stress Response, Hormone Balance, and HPA Axis Function*
Key Performance Benefits
- Promotes optimal adrenal health*
- Supports a healthy response to stress*
- Promotes normal hormone balance and neurotransmitter production*
- Supports optimal hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis function*
What This Product Is
Adrenal Complex is a synergistic blend of vitamins, amino acids, and adrenal glandulars designed to support optimal adrenal function and promote a normal response to stress. This product features 200 mg of whole adrenal glandular and 50 mg of adrenal cortex glandular per serving, fortified with clinically useful amounts of N-acetyl-L-tyrosine, PABA, B vitamins, and vitamin C to support healthy hormone balance.*
The adrenal glands play a fundamental role in the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, which governs the body’s response to stress and mood balance. This glandular-based formula is designed to help encourage normal cortisol balance and stress-related hormone production, and to support overall adrenal function and a healthy response to stress.*
Mechanism of Action
Glandular Support
Whole adrenal glandular and adrenal cortex glandular provide tissue-specific support for the adrenal glands, which secrete hormones involved in stress response, mineral balance, hormone conversion, and metabolism.*
Neurotransmitter and Hormone Precursor Support
N-acetyl-L-tyrosine is a bioavailable form of tyrosine, a building block for certain hormones and neurotransmitters. Combined with clinically relevant amounts of B vitamins (B1, B2, B5, and P5P), these cofactors support energy production, hormone synthesis, and cellular metabolism.*
HPA Axis Function
The formula supports the complex system of hormonal messages and signals involved in the HPA axis, helping to maintain healthy cortisol balance, mood health, and adaptive stress responses.*
Applications
- Individuals seeking comprehensive glandular-based adrenal support*
- Those experiencing the effects of chronic or elevated stress*
- Individuals looking to support healthy cortisol balance*
- Those seeking mood and neurotransmitter support during demanding periods*
- Individuals looking for HPA axis support alongside nutrient cofactors*
Key Ingredients / Formula Highlights
Adrenal Glandulars (200 mg whole adrenal + 50 mg adrenal cortex)
Freeze-dried glandular materials obtained from certified BSE-free sources to maximize quality and freshness.*
N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine
A bioavailable form of the amino acid tyrosine, a critical building block for hormones and neurotransmitters involved in mood and stress response.*
B Vitamin and Vitamin C Complex
Clinically relevant amounts of thiamin (B1), riboflavin (B2), pantothenic acid (B5), pyridoxal-5-phosphate (P5P), and vitamin C to support energy production, hormone synthesis, and a normal response to stress. Gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and non-GMO.*
Suggested Use
Take 2 capsules per day or as directed by your health-care practitioner.
Product Questions
What makes Adrenal Complex different from botanical adrenal formulas?
Adrenal Complex uses freeze-dried adrenal glandulars to provide tissue-specific support, combined with vitamins and amino acids. This glandular-based approach offers a different mechanism of support compared to purely botanical formulas.*
Where are the glandular materials sourced?
The freeze-dried glandular materials are obtained from certified bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE)-free sources to maximize quality and freshness.*
Who may benefit most from Adrenal Complex?
Individuals experiencing the effects of chronic stress, those seeking HPA axis support, and those whose health-care practitioner recommends glandular-based adrenal support may benefit from this formula.*
Practitioner Reference
Adrenal Complex is positioned within the Designs for Health Endocrine/Metabolism category. Available as ADC120 (120 capsules) and ADC240 (240 capsules). This product is intended for use under the guidance of a licensed health-care practitioner.