The Ingredients In Our Plant-Powered Sleeping Powder
In society today, the fast-pace of life has left us feeling stressed, undernourished, and lacking sleep. The hustle and bustle of the daily routine can start to drag you down and if you’re not getting the right nutrients or getting enough sleep, you can be in big trouble. However, you don’t want to resort to artificial sleep aids as these can leave you feeling dependent while building up a tolerance.
The body’s need for sleep is a relatively new discovery, however, the latest research is showing just how important it is in order for your body to function optimally. Dr. Khalili, LLC, knows just how important getting 9 to 10 hours of sleep is. That’s why our new and improved Plant-Powered Sleeping Powder is our go-to solution for anyone with sleep issues.
But what can you find in our Plant-Powered Sleeping Powder formula? The key ingredients include:
Magnesium chelate
Taurine
Passionflower
Tryptophan
Tart cherry
Valerian
Inositol
B6
Zinc chelate
Glycine
Phosphatidyserine
Hops
5-HTP
Magnesium Chelate
Magnesium chelate is an essential mineral that has a calming effect on the central nervous system (CNS). In fact, some studies have shown just how effective magnesium can be in treating insomnia and improving the quality of sleep.[*]
Taurine
Taurine is an amino acid that produces GABA. GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is the main neurotransmitter responsible for inhibiting impulses between nerve cells and the brain. Low levels of GABA have been shown to be linked to a variety of different anxiety and mood disorders. It helps to put the body in a state of relaxation. Without taurine, you could be feeling stressed and experiencing more anxiety than usual.[*]
Passionflower
Passionflower is a relatively new plant surfacing in the media as a medicinal resource. Recent research has shown that passionflower is actually one of the most valuable remedies for improving sleep and insomnia. How? Like taurine, passionflower boosts the amount of GABA found in your brain which may help you relax and sleep better.
Tryptophan
We all know this essential amino acid. Found in abundant amounts in turkey, it’s no secret why we all like to take a nap after our Thanksgiving feast. Tryptophan converts to 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) which helps induce sleep by making serotonin and melatonin. 5-HTP is found in our sleep powder as well.
Tart Cherry
Did you know you can find melatonin in a number of natural resources? One of those resources being tart cherry. Studies have shown that an increase in melatonin from consuming tart cherries actually has the ability to improve the quality of your sleep.
Valerian
Herbs have shown to provide a number of different benefits for our overall health. Valerian is no different. Valerian contains a linarin, an antioxidant which has sedative and sleep-enhancing properties. [*] It’s thought that it could inhibit a hyperactive amygdala (the part of the brain that processes fear and emotional responses to stress. [*]
Inositol
Inositol (formerly known as B8) is a rice-derived nutrient. This nutrient helps promote a feeling of calmness and peacefulness to help an individual achieve a good night’s sleep. It improves the communication of different chemicals throughout the brain such as serotonin.
B6
B6 (pyridoxal 5 phosphate) is the active form of vitamin B6. This B6 is an essential cofactor in the melatonin and serotonin neurotransmitters. It’s needed for normal brain development and function as well as helping regulate the biological clock.
Zinc Chelate
Zinc chelate is an essential mineral that is highly bio-available in chelated form. Chelated minerals are among the supplements known for their improved absorption. In fact, studies have shown that individuals with higher amounts of zinc in their blood experience better sleep.[*]
Glycine
Glycine is an amino acid that helps support sleep, cognitive health and even improves blood sugar levels.[*] It can also help you stay asleep by lowering your core body temperature.[*]
Phosphatidylserine
Phosphatidylserine is categorized as a nootropic. It’s an aminophospholipid and amino acid derivative that’s naturally found in the body. It’s largely known to improve stress levels by optimizing your mood through its relationship with cortisol.
Hops
Hops is another herb that you may be more familiar with when it comes to the making of beer. However, hops is actually a sedative plant that can help reduce anxiety as well as insomnia. The resins found in hops increasing the activity of GABA and helps to inhibit the CNS.[*]
Bottom Line
Regardless of whether you experience sleep issues or not, our Plant-Powered Sleeping Powder is designed to improve both the amount and quality of sleep you get each night. If you or a loved one is struggling with insomnia or anxiety, adding this product to your nightly routine can greatly influence your days and improve your health in the long run, too.