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Products to Promote Relaxation and/or Restful Sleep
Everyone deserves to start the new year on the right foot by getting the relaxation and rest that they need. Below are several suggestions that we hope will reward you all year long.
Moderate occasional stress and promote relaxation*
l-Theanine is an amino acid found in green tea. It is believed to be the main constituent responsible for promoting relaxation, possibly by maintaining healthy neurotransmitter function. Studies have indicated l-theanine enhances alpha wave brain activity, considered an index of relaxation, without causing drowsiness…*
5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is produced in the body from l-tryptophan, and can be converted into serotonin. It readily crosses the blood-brain barrier, where it helps support central nervous system synthesis of serotonin. Serotonin is an important neurotransmitter involved in the regulation of endocrine and brain activity responsible for emotion and sleep/wake cycles…*
Relora® is a blend of Magnolia officinalis and Phellodendron amurense. This combination of extracts promotes positive mood and moderates occasional stress, possibly by binding to key central nervous system receptors, including those for the serotonin transporter…*
Promote restful sleep*
Valerian is composed of numerous constituents, including valepotriates, berneol and valerenic acid. Studies suggest that both valerian and valerenic acid moderate the release and breakdown of the neurotransmitter GABA, calming the central nervous system to encourage restful sleep…*
Melatonin is a hormone produced from l-tryptophan by the pineal gland. It regulates the body’s circadian rhythm and sleep/wake cycles and appears to enhance the binding of GABA…*
Seditol® is a blend of Magnolia officinalis and Ziziphus jujuba. Studies have revealed that these extracts help moderate central nervous system activity, promoting muscle and overall relaxation as well as supporting optimal sleeping time. Research has indicated that magnolia extract has a calming effect and helps reduce occasional tension in part by binding to adenosine and GABA receptors…*
For educational purposes only. Consult your physician for any health problems.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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