For years we thought the mind and the gut were two separate worlds. Today we know they are deeply connected: the gut and brain communicate with each other through a network of nerves, hormones, and microorganisms known as the gut-brain axis .

And at the heart of that connection are psychobiotics , a new generation of probiotics that not only take care of digestion, but also your emotional balance.

1. What is a psychobiotic?

Psychobiotics are specific probiotic strains that, in addition to improving gut health, positively influence mood, stress, and anxiety .

Its name comes from the union of psyche (mind) and biota (microbial life), and its action focuses on the gut-brain axis —the bidirectional pathway that connects your digestive system with the central nervous system.

When the balance of the gut microbiota is disrupted (by stress, lack of sleep, antibiotics, or an unbalanced diet), this communication weakens. Psychobiotics can help restore it by promoting the production of feel-good neurotransmitters such as serotonin, dopamine, and GABA.

2. How do psychobiotics act on the gut-brain axis?

The most recent studies show that certain strains of probiotic bacteria can:

• Regulate neurotransmitters involved in mood and stress response.
• Reduce systemic inflammation , associated with anxiety and fatigue.
• Lowering levels of cortisol , the stress hormone.
• Promote deeper, more restorative sleep .

For example, several studies highlight that the Lactiplantibacillus plantarum and Bifidobacterium longum strains show measurable effects on perceived stress, sleep quality, and mental clarity.

3. What benefits can you expect from taking psychobiotics?

Although each person responds differently, the main benefits observed are:

• Reduced feelings of anxiety or mental overwhelm.
• Greater emotional stability and a sense of calm.
• Improved nighttime rest .
• Reduction of digestive discomfort associated with stress (bloating, "knot" in the stomach, slow digestion).
• Increased emotional resilience : better handling of high-pressure days.

These effects are not achieved overnight. Most clinical studies show visible results after 4 to 8 weeks of continuous use.

4. Cortisol Calm: the psychobiotic that takes care of your mind from the gut

Cortisol Calm is Andala's formula that combines the best of both worlds: the science of adaptogens and the innovation of clinically studied psychobiotics .

🌿 Ashwagandha KSM-66®

A natural extract with evidence of reducing cortisol and physical and mental stress. It helps decrease nervous tension and may support concentration and daily performance.

🧠 Lactiplantibacillus plantarum P8®

A psychobiotic strain studied for its ability to:

• Reduce perceived stress and cortisol levels.
• Improve memory and mental clarity.
• To support a more balanced mood .
• Promote rest and quality sleep.

In clinical trials, it was observed that people who took L. plantarum P8® for eight weeks experienced a 48% decrease in symptoms of stress and anxiety compared to placebo.

💫 A holistic mind-body approach

Cortisol Calm doesn't aim to suppress stress, but rather to retrain the body's response to it. It supports the gut microbiota , helps modulate excess cortisol, and promotes a lasting sense of calm —not instant, but deep.

5. How to incorporate psychobiotics into your routine

• Take them daily , preferably with a light meal.
• Maintain a diet rich in fiber and prebiotics (fruits, vegetables, oats, legumes).
• Take care of your rest : sleep is key for the microbiota to regenerate.
• Avoid excessive caffeine and refined sugar , which disrupt intestinal balance.
• Above all, be consistent : mind-body balance is built step by step.

6. Conclusion

Emotional well-being doesn't begin solely in the mind, but also in the gut. Psychobiotics are a promising tool for improving mental health from an integrative and natural perspective.

If you feel that stress or anxiety is affecting your balance, experience the power of the gut-brain axis with Cortisol Calm . Your gut microbiota can also be your ally in finding calm.