Magnesium (as Magnesium Oxide) – 300 mg
Benefit: Magnesium is crucial for regulating neurotransmitters and maintaining normal muscle function, which promotes relaxation and better sleep quality. Studies show that magnesium supplementation can improve sleep in individuals with poor sleep quality and older adults.
Reference: Abbasi, B., et al. (2012). Effect of Magnesium Supplementation on Insomnia and Quality of Sleep. Journal of Research in Medical Sciences.
L-Tryptophan – 200 mg
Benefit: L-Tryptophan is a precursor to serotonin and melatonin, two important compounds for regulating sleep-wake cycles. Supplementing with L-Tryptophan has been shown to reduce the time it takes to fall asleep and increase overall sleep duration.
Reference: Hartmann, E. (1982). Effects of L-Tryptophan on Sleepiness and on Sleep. Journal of Psychiatric Research.
GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid) – 50 mg
Benefit: GABA is a neurotransmitter that inhibits neural activity, helping to induce relaxation and reduce anxiety, leading to improved sleep. GABA supplementation has been associated with better sleep quality and reduced time to fall asleep.
Reference: Takeda, A., et al. (2007). GABA Consumption Induces Relaxation and Improves Mental Focus. Journal of Clinical Neuroscience.
Chamomile Flower Powder (Matricaria chamomilla) – 50 mg
Benefit: Chamomile contains apigenin, an antioxidant that binds to certain receptors in the brain, promoting relaxation and sleepiness. Studies indicate that chamomile may help improve sleep quality in people suffering from insomnia.
Reference: Zick, S. M., et al. (2011). Chamomile: A Herbal Medicine of the Past with Bright Future. Molecular Medicine Reports.
Passion Flower Extract (Passiflora incarnata) – 50 mg
Benefit: Passionflower has been used traditionally as a mild sedative. It enhances GABA levels in the brain, promoting calmness and helping alleviate insomnia and anxiety-related sleep disorders.
Reference: Ngan, A., & Conduit, R. (2011). A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Investigation of the Effects of Passiflora incarnata (Passionflower) Herbal Tea on Subjective Sleep Quality. Phytotherapy Research.
Rhodiola rosea Root Extract – 50 mg
Benefit: Rhodiola is an adaptogen that helps the body manage stress, which is a common cause of poor sleep. It has been shown to reduce fatigue and improve sleep patterns in people with stress-related fatigue.
Reference: Darbinyan, V., et al. (2000). Rhodiola Rosea in Stress and Sleep-Related Disorders. Phytomedicine.
Hops Extract – 25 mg
Benefit: Hops are known for their mild sedative properties, making them effective in improving sleep quality and reducing the time it takes to fall asleep. Hops are often used in combination with other calming herbs like valerian for sleep enhancement.
Reference: Franco, L., et al. (2012). Effects of a Combination of Hops and Valerian on Sleep Disorders. Fitoterapia.
Melatonin – 5 mg
Benefit: Melatonin is a hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle. Supplementing with melatonin can help adjust the body’s internal clock, making it easier to fall asleep, especially in cases of insomnia or jet lag.
Reference: Ferracioli-Oda, E., et al. (2013). Meta-Analysis: Melatonin for the Treatment of Primary Sleep Disorders. PLOS ONE.