Calm Now

Calm Now

ZHOU4.1 (208 ratings)
Format:Capsule Quantity: 60 Capsule(s) · 30 servings
Goals

About this product

Possible stress-related support depends on the herbal preparations, which are only partly characterized. Rhodiola at 200 mg is identified in the ingredient findings as root extract with 3% rosavins and 1% salidrosides, but it is not established as equivalent to the particular extracts associated with fatigue benefits. Ashwagandha and bacopa are each listed at 200 mg without their respective withanolide or bacoside concentrations.

The B vitamins support normal energy and nerve functions when intake is low, rather than establishing a reliable energy boost. Zinc contributes to normal nutrition, but its oxide form is less favorable for absorption. The 25 mg magnesium amount provides only a small mineral contribution.

Daytime focus is an uncertain fit because the supporting findings identify passionflower within the botanical blend. Its individual amount is not disclosed, and its sedating potential may work against alertness or productivity. The unclear blend composition also prevents a complete ingredient assessment.

The serving cost is relatively high for several nutrients and herbs that can be assessed. A use case is more plausible for stress-related fatigue than for broad improvement in memory, mood, hormones or hair. Missing extract detail leaves the strength and consistency of any herbal effect uncertain.

Who is it for
  • Adults exploring combined herbal and nutrient support for stress-related fatigue who accept uncertainty about the extracts.
Best for
  • Stress-related support when reduced alertness would not create a practical problem.

Pros

  • Rhodiola species and marker percentages are identified in the ingredient details.
  • Individual amounts are supplied for ashwagandha, rhodiola and bacopa.
  • B-vitamin forms and amounts are disclosed.

Cons

  • Ashwagandha withanolides and bacopa bacosides are not quantified.
  • Named extracts are not established as matching the preparations associated with benefits.
  • The proprietary blend leaves some individual amounts unclear.
  • Zinc oxide is a less favorable source for absorption.
  • Relatively high cost for several assessable ingredients.

Warnings

  • Passionflower in the botanical blend may reduce daytime alertness; its individual amount is not disclosed, so assess your response before driving or other attention-demanding tasks.

Product analysis

49 out of 100

Calm Now combines B vitamins with herbs that may help stress-related fatigue or tension. Unspecified herbal preparations and an undisclosed blend breakdown make the expected effects harder to judge.

AI assessment of the formula, label and price. How scoring works

Nutrient Quality47

Some nutrient forms and the rhodiola species are clearly identified, helping comparison. Zinc oxide has limited absorption potential, and several herbal preparations remain unspecified.

Ingredient Transparency72

Declared amounts and most forms make parts of the serving easy to check. The botanical blend and rhodiola declarations lack complete breakdowns.

Value For Money33

Several components, including riboflavin and rhodiola, look costly for their declared amounts. Bacopa offers moderate value, while comparisons for other components remain uncertain.

Customer Satisfaction61

Customer ratings are generally positive across hundreds of reviews. Feedback is more limited than for a widely reviewed supplement and does not establish benefits.

Product Focus31

Possible stress and fatigue benefits depend on the specific herbal preparations, which are not fully identified. A sedating herb may also reduce daytime alertness, creating a trade-off for focus.

Format
Capsule
Container
60 Capsule(s)
Per serving
$0.76
Customer rating
4.1 · 208 ratings
Report analysis

Goals

Impact
Highest effect
B Ingredient FitA+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Magnesium · 25 mgAshwagandha · 200 mgZinc · 25 mg
Study evidence
Magnesium Supportive 114 studies
Rhodiola Supportive 7 studies
Zinc Supportive 60 studies
Mood Support
Impact
High effect
B- Ingredient FitD- PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Vitamin B6 · 8 mgMagnesium · 25 mgAshwagandha · 200 mg
Study evidence
Bacopa Supportive 7 studies
Magnesium Supportive 60 studies
Rhodiola Supportive 15 studies
Vitamin B6 Supportive 19 studies
Zinc Supportive 43 studies
Brain Health
Impact
High effect
C+ Ingredient FitF PathwaysB+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Vitamin B6 · 8 mgThiamin · 12 mgMagnesium · 25 mgAshwagandha · 200 mgBacopa · 200 mg
Study evidence
Bacopa Supportive 17 studies
Magnesium Supportive 86 studies
Rhodiola Supportive 8 studies
Thiamin Supportive 48 studies
Vitamin B6 Supportive 29 studies
Zinc Supportive 38 studies
Impact
High effect
C+ Ingredient FitF PathwaysA EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Thiamin · 12 mgVitamin B6 · 8 mgMagnesium · 25 mgAshwagandha · 200 mgBacopa · 200 mg
Study evidence
Bacopa Supportive 30 studies
Magnesium Supportive 24 studies
Rhodiola Supportive 7 studies
Thiamin Supportive 30 studies
Vitamin B6 Supportive 17 studies
Zinc Supportive 48 studies
Impact
High effect
B- Ingredient FitD PathwaysB EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Vitamin B5 · 16 mgMagnesium · 25 mgRiboflavin · 12 mgThiamin · 12 mg
Study evidence
Magnesium Supportive 4 studies
Rhodiola Supportive 18 studies
Thiamin Disputed 12 studies
Mental Focus
Impact
Moderate effect
C+ Ingredient FitF PathwaysF EvidenceA Formulation Logic
Vitamin B6 · 8 mgMagnesium · 25 mg
Study evidence
Bacopa Supportive 13 studies
Magnesium Supportive 6 studies
Rhodiola Supportive 15 studies
Zinc Mixed 16 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Thiamine (Thiamine Hydrochloride)
12 mg 65
Riboflavin
12 mg 40
Niacin (Niacinamide)
28 mg 65
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
8 mg
Vitamin B5 (Calcium D-Pantothenate)
16 mg
Magnesium (Magnesium Oxide)
25 mg
Zinc (Zinc Oxide)
25 mg 41
Calm Now Botanical Blend
400 mg
Ashwagandha powder extract
200 mg 65
Rhodiola root extract (Rosavins, Salidrosides)
200 mg 78
Bacopa leaf extract
200 mg 17
Adults 18–50 Vegan Vegetarian
Report overview
A+ Composition And Label DisclosureA- Composition And Label DisclosureF Commercial Price And Usability
The serving provides 200 mg of Rhodiola rosea root extract. The whole-product price is relatively high for the stated amount of rhodiola. 3% rosavins and 1% salidrosides are stated.
How this ingredient is rated

Composition and Label Disclosure100

The species is Rhodiola rosea. 3% rosavins and 1% salidrosides are stated.
Declared Rhodiola Marker Profile
3% rosavins and 1% salidrosides are stated.
Rhodiola Species Detail
The species is Rhodiola rosea.

Composition and Label Disclosure85

The amount is stated for the serving. A flow agent is recorded, though its specific identity is not available.
Rhodiola Amount Disclosure
The serving contains 200 mg of rhodiola.
Other Ingredients Disclosure
A flow agent is recorded, though its specific identity is not available.

Commercial Price and Usability20

The whole-product price is relatively high for the stated amount of rhodiola.
Cost per 200 mg Declared Rhodiola
The whole-product price is relatively high for the stated amount of rhodiola.
A- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
Each serving provides 28 mg of niacin. The serving price is high when attributed to niacin alone; that may overstate its cost. The stated form is niacinamide.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability86

The stated form is niacinamide.
Niacin Form & Goal Alignment
Niacinamide is a stated form of niacin for general use.
Precursor Source Quality
Niacinamide is the stated niacin source.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency67

Each serving provides 28 mg of niacin. Niacinamide is named, but no no-flush claim is recorded.
Clarity of Chemical Form
The form is disclosed as Niacinamide.
Form-Specific Dosage Efficacy
Each serving provides 28 mg of niacin.
Flush Risk & Safety Labeling
Niacinamide is named, but no no-flush claim is recorded.

Value20

The serving price is high when attributed to niacin alone; that may overstate its cost.
Price Per Effective Serving
The serving price is high when attributed to niacin alone; that may overstate its cost.
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD- Value
Each serving provides 12 mg of thiamin as Thiamine Hydrochloride, with a high cost relative to the thiamin amount. It uses a standard water-soluble form.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability70

Thiamine Hydrochloride is a standard water-soluble form of thiamin. No listed artificial colors or configured artificial sweeteners were identified in the available ingredient information.
Thiamin Chemical Form
Thiamine Hydrochloride is a standard water-soluble form of thiamin.
Excipient Purity
No listed artificial colors or configured artificial sweeteners were identified in the available ingredient information.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency72

Each serving provides 12 mg of thiamin. The label states the thiamin amount and its source.
Thiamin Dosage Potency
Each serving provides 12 mg of thiamin.
Label Transparency & Proprietary Blends
The label states the thiamin amount and its source.

Value40

The cost is high relative to the declared amount of thiamin.
Price per Declared Dose
The cost is high relative to the declared amount of thiamin.
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Acute and Repeated Ashwagandha Supplementation Improves Markers of Cognitive Function and Mood.
    Leonard M; Dickerson B; Estes L; Gonzalez DE; Jenkins V; Johnson S; Xing D; Yoo C; Ko J; Purpura M; Jäger R; Faries M; Kephart W; Sowinski R; Rasmussen CJ; Kreider RB · Nutrients · 2024
    Randomized trial59 participantsBrain Health Cognitive Support Energy forAshwagandha
  2. Effect of ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) extract with Sominone (Somin-On™) to improve memory in adults with mild cognitive impairment: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.
    Rai HP; Mishra DN · Journal of psychopharmacology (Oxford, England) · 2025
    Randomized trial40 participantsBrain Health Cognitive Support Mental Focus forAshwagandha
  3. Efficacy of Withania somnifera supplementation on adult's cognition and mood.
    Remenapp A; Coyle K; Orange T; Lynch T; Hooper D; Hooper S; Conway K; Hausenblas HA · Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine · 2022
    Randomized trial60 participantsBrain Health Cognitive Support Productivity Boost forAshwagandha
  4. A clinical assessment of the therapeutic effects of Ashwagandha root extract on cognitive performance, sleep, and fatigue in children aged 6-12 years.
    Saxena A; Lopresti A; Sharif M; Elon N; Suri R; Langade DK · Frontiers in nutrition · 2026
    Randomized trial85 participantsBrain Health Mental Focus forAshwagandha
  5. Efficacy and Safety of Ashwagandha Root Extract on Cognitive Functions in Healthy, Stressed Adults: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study.
    Gopukumar K; Thanawala S; Somepalli V; Rao TSS; Thamatam VB; Chauhan S · Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM · 2022
    Randomized trial130 participantsBrain Health Stress Relief forAshwagandha
  6. Comparative effects of Bacopa monnieri and Ginkgo biloba on cognitive functions: A systematic review and network meta-analysis.
    Tiemtad P; Ingkaninan K; Temkitthawon P; Thimkorn P; Rattanachaisit N; Teaktong T; Dhippayom T · Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology · 2026
    Meta-analysis2,107 participants29 studies pooledBrain Health Mental Focus forBacopa
  7. Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials on cognitive effects of Bacopa monnieri extract.
    Kongkeaw C; Dilokthornsakul P; Thanarangsarit P; Limpeanchob N; Norman Scholfield C · Journal of ethnopharmacology · 2014
    Meta-analysis518 participants9 studies pooledBrain Health Mental Focus Productivity Boost forBacopa
  8. Comparative efficacy of Medhya Rasayana,Bacopa monnieri, and Centella asiatica in enhancing memory and IQ of 8-10 year-old healthy boys: A prakriti-based double-blind, randomized controlled trial.
    Verma J; Rathi R; Anamika; Rathi B; Pandey VB · Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine · 2025
    Randomized trial180 participantsBrain Health Cognitive Support forBacopa
  9. Plant-derived nootropics and human cognition: A systematic review.
    Lorca C; Mulet M; Arévalo-Caro C; Sanchez MÁ; Perez A; Perrino M; Bach-Faig A; Aguilar-Martínez A; Vilella E; Gallart-Palau X; Serra A · Critical reviews in food science and nutrition · 2023
    Systematic review256 studies pooledBrain Health forBacopa
  10. The effect of plant active substances on cognitive function in healthy older adults: a systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
    Feng X; Fan S; Wei F · Frontiers in pharmacology · 2026
    Meta-analysis1,861 participants25 studies pooledBrain Health Cognitive Support forBacopa
  11. Antenatal magnesium sulfate and neuroprotection.
    Doyle LW · Current opinion in pediatrics · 2012
    Meta-analysis6,145 participants5 studies pooledBrain Health forMagnesium
  12. No. 376-Magnesium Sulphate for Fetal Neuroprotection.
    Magee LA; De Silva DA; Sawchuck D; Synnes A; von Dadelszen P · Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada : JOGC = Journal d'obstetrique et gynecologie du Canada : JOGC · 2020
    Guideline / consensus4,446 participantsBrain Health forMagnesium
  13. Magnesium Sulfate Before Preterm Birth for Neuroprotection: An Updated Cochrane Systematic Review.
    Shepherd ES; Goldsmith S; Doyle LW; Middleton P; Marret S; Rouse DJ; Pryde P; Wolf HT; Crowther CA · Obstetrics and gynecology · 2024
    Systematic review5,917 participants6 studies pooledBrain Health forMagnesium
  14. Magnesium sulphate for fetal neuroprotection at imminent risk for preterm delivery: a systematic review with meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis.
    Wolf HT; Huusom LD; Henriksen TB; Hegaard HK; Brok J; Pinborg A · BJOG : an international journal of obstetrics and gynaecology · 2020
    Meta-analysis5,917 participants6 studies pooledBrain Health forMagnesium
  15. Magnesium sulfate and fetal neuroprotection: overview of clinical evidence.
    Chollat C; Marret S · Neural regeneration research · 2020
    Narrative reviewBrain Health forMagnesium
  16. Dose-Response Effects of Short-Term Rhodiola rosea (Golden Root Extract) Supplementation on Anaerobic Exercise Performance and Cognitive Function in Resistance-Trained Athletes: A Randomized, Crossover, Double-Blind, and Placebo-Controlled Study.
    Koozehchian MS; Newton AT; Mabrey G; Bonness FM; Rafajlovska R; Naderi A · Nutrients · 2025
    Randomized trial27 participantsBrain Health Mental Focus forRhodiola
  17. A combination of green tea, rhodiola, magnesium and B vitamins modulates brain activity and protects against the effects of induced social stress in healthy volunteers.
    Boyle NB; Billington J; Lawton C; Quadt F; Dye L · Nutritional neuroscience · 2022
    Randomized trial100 participantsBrain Health forRhodiola
  18. Rosenroot (Rhodiola rosea): traditional use, chemical composition, pharmacology and clinical efficacy.
    Panossian A; Wikman G; Sarris J · Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology · 2010
    Narrative reviewBrain Health forRhodiola
  19. Rhodiola rosea in stress induced fatigue--a double blind cross-over study of a standardized extract SHR-5 with a repeated low-dose regimen on the mental performance of healthy physicians during night duty.
    Darbinyan V; Kteyan A; Panossian A; Gabrielian E; Wikman G; Wagner H · Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology · 2001
    Randomized trial56 participantsBrain Health Everyday Health Productivity Boost forRhodiola
  20. Effects of a Rhodiola rosea extract on mental resource allocation and attention: An event-related potential dual task study.
    Koop T; Dienel A; Heldmann M; Münte TF · Phytotherapy research : PTR · 2021
    Single-arm trial50 participantsBrain Health Cognitive Support forRhodiola