"Compared to:

Goli (KSM66) - almost as effective as YouTheory but has added sugars. Had to take 6 or more gummies to feel the same effects as YouTheory.

LilCare (Root extract) - less effective but does work. Added sugars and black pepper (among several other added ingredients).

Tribe Organics (KSM66) - sugar free and almost as effective as YouTheory.

DailyNutra (KSM66) - less effective and contains black pepper.

VitaFusion (Sensoril) - added sugars and other ingredients. Could not feel any effects.

EmergenC - (KSM66) added sugars and other ingredients. Could not feel effects.

(Should be noted that black pepper aids in absorption by irritating gut lining.)

Where YouTheory really shines is in the effects of calming and being less reactive to typical triggers. Ashwagandha isn’t a sedative so first time users should not expect to feel any different… but your negative/impulsive reactions should become more manageable and triggers should be easier to avoid.

I believe the mix of KSM and root extract gives YouTheory the upper hand when compared to all others I’ve tried. To put things into perspective, I would rate YouTheory as an 8 or 9 and Goli a 6 or 7. Tribe Organics would also be a close second but none of the others are worth purchasing based solely on effects.

I continue to try other supplements but haven’t found any other products that compare. Have tried root extract, Sensoril, and KSM66. To this point, YouTheory’s mix of KSM and root has been the best. I’ll be trying Shoden very soon and will update this review, if it’s comparable to YouTheory.

(Never paid or given products for reviews; just trying to help others save money and improve their health.)

UPDATE: June 13, 2023
This is still my favorite and can be found in 150 count (cheaper) here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07Y9QW3D1?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title"

"I really like this brand, it helps me tremendously with sleep. However, I noticed I ran out of my first bottle a little quicker than expected it seemed. This new bottle only contains 56 capsules. Still a good price for the quality but, you know, I would prefer to receive the full advertised amount... Also, the container is huge for absolutely no reason. It comes hardly half filled, seems to be a waste of material. I would very much like to see a container change and more care taken to fill the accurate amount of capsules. I've seen the pill count to be an issue in other reviews so this doesn't seem to be a one off."

"I don’t know how to describe this other than to say, my head is much quieter. If you have anxiety and constantly feel like there’s noise you can’t escape, this seems to be like putting on a pair of earmuffs lol. All I can say is, this is quietest my mind has felt in a long time. I don’t have 1000 racing thoughts and 10 different inner monologues going on. I actually feel somewhat normal. I refuse to take meds for anxiety because they either turn you into a zombie or they’re extremely addictive. So far this is the best natural remedy for it I’ve found. Highly recommend."