Setas Botanicals has always believed that real wellness happens at the intersection of mind and body, not in a single capsule taken in isolation. That belief is why we're excited to share something new: a collaboration with iwi Life, the Houston-based makers of one of the most bioavailable algae-derived omega-3 formulas on the market, pairing their iwi Brain formula with our own Intention blend.
This isn't a typical influencer bundle thrown together for a sales push. Before we ever talked about a joint offer, we looked closely at a broader body of research on how people experience everyday nervousness, stress, and mental clarity over sustained periods of time, and that research is part of what got both teams talking. We want to walk you through what that research showed, how it connects to why we built this bundle, and what it can tell you about the Intention and iwi Brain formulas themselves.
About the Research Behind This Collaboration
Before we talked about combining Intention and iwi Brain into a single offer, we came across data from the Mind|Set Challenge, a broader 60-day observational wellness study. It's worth being clear about this up front: this was not a study of Setas Intention or iwi Life's Brain formula, and it was not built around any single product or brand. No participant in this dataset was using the Intention and iwi Brain bundle as part of the study.
What the study did track was how a general group of participants reported feeling over a 60-day window, using three validated, widely used self-report instruments:
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The GAD-7, a seven-item screening tool commonly used to gauge how often someone has recently experienced feelings like nervousness, difficulty relaxing, or worry
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The PSS-10, a ten-item scale that measures how unpredictable, uncontrollable, and overloaded a person perceives their life to be over the past month
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The CFQ, a 25-item questionnaire that asks about everyday cognitive slips, like forgetting where you put something or losing your train of thought mid-conversation
Participants completed these questionnaires at the start of the 60-day period and again at the end. Out of roughly 22 people who filled out an initiation survey, 10 completed both the initiation and the 60-day follow-up survey with identifiable, matched responses, and that matched group of 10 is what the analysis is based on. An outside review of the data ran paired statistical comparisons and applied a correction for testing three outcomes at once, so the group-level patterns weren't simply a product of chance in a small sample.
We're sharing this background because it's part of the inspiration behind this collaboration; a glimpse into what's possible when you commit to a consistent 60-day routine. It's what got us excited to explore this pairing with our own products, and it's exactly why we built this bundle around that same 60-day window.
What the Data Showed
With that context in mind, here's what the study's matched cohort reported.
Everyday nervousness and worry. On the GAD-7, every one of the 10 matched participants reported a lower score at the 60-day mark than they had at the start. As a group, the average score fell by about 65 percent, and six participants moved into a lower conventional scoring band by the end of the period. This was the most consistent pattern across the whole dataset, and the item-level responses that shifted the most involved things like irritability, feeling on edge, and difficulty relaxing.
Perceived stress. On the PSS-10, eight of the 10 participants reported improvement, with the group average falling by about 29 percent. Two participants reported a slight increase of one point each. The specific items that moved the most involved feeling nervous or stressed and a sense of confidence in handling personal challenges.
Everyday cognitive slips. On the CFQ, seven of the 10 participants reported fewer everyday cognitive lapses, with the group average dropping by about 21 percent. Three participants reported a slight increase. The items that shifted most involved things like forgetting a name right after being introduced to someone, or missing a familiar road sign while driving, small, relatable, everyday moments rather than anything diagnostic. It's worth noting the CFQ specifically asks people to reflect on roughly the past six months, a longer window than the 60-day study itself, which may have made this particular measure less responsive to short-term change than the other two.
Here's what inspired us to bring these two formulas together: within this broader group, self-reported wellbeing scores moved in a favorable direction over 60 days, most consistently around everyday nervousness, tension and everyday cognitive lapses . It's not our study, and it's not a test of Intention and iwi Brain themselves, but that pattern is what got us excited about what a dedicated, consistent 60-day routine could look like.
Why Pair Intention With an Omega-3 Formula
Setas Intention brings in functional mushrooms and adaptogenic botanicals. Cordyceps militaris and Rhodiola rosea are included as adaptogens to help boost mental performance and reduce fatigue during stress, keeping you sharp when it counts. Organic Chaga provides antioxidant compounds that help protect brain cells from oxidative stress and support long-term cellular health. Ginger rounds out the blend to support healthy circulation and has been associated with cognitive function and attention. Setas formulates around the idea of synergy, ingredients chosen to work together rather than a long list thrown into one capsule, and Intention is manufactured under GMP guidelines with third-party testing on every batch.
iwi Life's Brain formula takes a nutrient-density approach. DHA omega-3 acts as a structural cornerstone of brain cells, supporting memory, learning, and long-term cognitive health. Phosphatidylserine helps maintain healthy brain cell membranes and neurotransmitter signaling to support recall, focus, and mental processing. iwi's EPA omega-3 is naturally delivered in a polar lipid form designed for superior absorption compared to typical fish or krill oil. Both companies emphasize third-party testing, clean sourcing, and formulas built for consistent daily use rather than a quick, temporary jolt.
Neither formula is a stimulant, and neither is designed to deliver an instant effect. Two very different sourcing philosophies, mushrooms and botanicals from Setas, marine-derived fats from iwi, both built around the idea that steady daily nourishment, sustained over weeks, is what supports lasting mental clarity, rather than chasing a short-term spike.
The 60-Day Bundle Offer
Because the research that inspired this collaboration was built around a full 60-day window, we're offering the bundle in a way that matches it. The bundle includes two bottles of iwi Brain and one bottle of Intention, a full 60-day supply of both formulas built around a simple daily routine: two iwi Brain with breakfast, one Intention alongside it, repeated daily. For a limited time, it's available for $65.98, a 40% savings off the regular $109.97 value.
We built the bundle specifically so you get both formulas together in one order, at our limited time special price. We'd recommend giving yourself the full 60 days to enjoy the ride; both companies designed these formulas to build a steady, lasting foundation with consistent daily use, so the experience keeps getting better the longer you stay with it.
Where We Go From Here
We think of the Mind|Set Challenge research as the spark for this collaboration, not the finish line. It's a broader, independent dataset, not a test of Setas Intention and iwi Life's Brain formula together, and it's exactly the kind of pattern that makes us want to keep paying attention to how focus, calm, and mental clarity show up over a sustained routine.
It followed 10 matched participants, a group that gave us a promising early direction to build on. It's the kind of pattern that points us in a direction rather than settling the question, which is exactly why we like grounding this bundle in something even more relevant: your own 60 days, and how they feel to you.
That's the spirit behind this bundle. We built it around the same 60-day window as the original research because we think that's a realistic, meaningful amount of time to settle into a new routine and notice how you feel, day by day, with Intention and iwi Brain working together.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a clinical study of the bundle?
No. The 60-day data referenced in this article comes from a separate, broader observational study, not a study of the Setas Intention and iwi Life Brain bundle specifically. It's the research that inspired this collaboration and the same 60-day framework we built the bundle around.
What's included in the bundle, and how do I take it?
The bundle includes two bottles of iwi Brain and one bottle of Intention, a full 60-day supply. The daily routine is simple: take two iwi Brain and one Intention with breakfast, repeated daily for 60 days.
How long before I notice anything?
Both companies describe a gradual, cumulative effect built around consistent daily use. Setas notes the fuller cognitive experience with Intention tends to build over two to four weeks, and iwi Life notes some people notice a shift within the first few days while the fuller nutrient benefit builds with continued daily use. That's part of why we structured this bundle around a full 60-day window.
Are these products stimulants?
No. Neither formula is built around stimulant ingredients. iwi's Brain formula does include a very small amount of green coffee bean extract, but at under a milligram of caffeine per serving, well below what would typically produce a stimulant effect.
Where can I read more about the research mentioned in this article?
This research was covered in more depth by Today's Practitioner, including the full methodology and statistical breakdown. Read the full write-up here.