FDA's 2024 review states the mechanism of action is still unknown, which limits how confidently any specific physiological effect can be predicted in humans
Stress and anxiety reduction DSIP's cortisol-lowering effects translate to measurable stress reduction
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Visual inspection works for reconstituted solution (yellowing indicates oxidation), but lyophilized powder and oral capsules show no visible degradation
The responsible path is to monitor clinical trials, support rigorous research, and avoid unregulated compounds while the science matures