Sleep is often referred to as the "foundation of health" because of its profound impact on virtually every aspect of our well-being. In fact, many health experts refer to sleep as the most important aspect of human health. The quality and quantity of sleep we get each night plays a crucial role in maintaining optimal physical, mental, and emotional health. Unfortunately, America's sleep quality is on the decline due to aging, weight gain, stress, diet, chronic diseases, and other factors.
In response, Renewed Health is creating a supplement that reduces stress, promotes relaxation, and encourages your body to produce melatonin naturally. This supplement can help boost your body's natural ability to handle stress, allowing you to relax, get better sleep, and feel more energized during the day.
In addition to sleep and stress support, these ingredients are meant to help protect the brain from damage caused by oxidative stress and inflammation. They can also help support healthy cognitive function, improving memory, focus, and concentration.
Containing nine active ingredients, we refer to our supplement as the “dream-team formula.”
L-theanine
- An amino acid commonly found in tea leaves, particularly in green tea.
- Known for its calming properties, promotes relaxation without inducing drowsiness by naturally increasing the production of alpha brain waves, which are associated with a state of wakeful relaxation.
- Influences specific neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin, to help alleviate stress and anxiety, while also enhancing focus and cognitive performance.
- Possesses antioxidant properties that help combat oxidative stress by neutralizing free radicals, potentially protecting brain cells from damage and supporting overall brain health.
Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA)
- Sourced from glutamine (an essential amino acid) and vitamin B6.
- Plays a pivotal role in regulating anxiety and stress by effectively reducing neuron activity and promoting a sense of tranquility.
- Contributes to improved sleep quality by decreasing racing thoughts, promoting relaxation before bedtime, increasing the body’s natural production of melatonin, and relaxing muscle tension.
- Plays a critical role by inhibiting excessive neuronal firing, making it important for preventing seizures. Some forms of epilepsy are characterized by reduced GABA activity. GABA supplements might be beneficial as part of an epilepsy management program.
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP)
- A necessary compound derived from tryptophan (an essential amino acid) for your body to help naturally raise serotonin levels, can have a positive impact on mood regulation and emotional well-being. Low serotonin levels are associated with conditions like depression and anxiety.
- Aid in managing appetite and improve sleep patterns, both of these are closely intertwined with mood and mental health.
- Some clinical studies have compared the effects of 5-HTP to antidepressant medications, with mixed results, but instances have shown comparable and even better efficacy in reducing symptoms of depression.
Magnesium bisglycinate
- A mineral that is a highly bioavailable form of magnesium (bioavailable means a high proportion is utilized and absorbed by the body). Able to cross the blood-brain barrier, allowing it to reach the brain and help regulate mood and cognitive function.
- Plays a crucial role in relaxation and restful sleep. It regulates GABA receptors, which promote relaxation and calmness and contribute to sleep-enhancing properties. Research has shown that when GABA receptors are activated, it helps to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and enhance relaxation.
- Involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body, including those that regulate neurotransmitters and hormones responsible for sleep-wake cycles.
- Has muscle-relaxing effects, further aiding in peaceful slumber.
Magnolia bark
- An herb used for centuries in traditional medicine for its stress-reducing and calming properties.
- The key bioactive compounds in magnolia bark, honokiol and magnolol, interact with GABA receptors, reducing stress and anxiety levels.
- Possess anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective qualities, making it a valuable ally in safeguarding brain health against oxidative stress and inflammation.
Ashwagandha
- An adaptogenic herb, a natural substance considered to help the body adapt to stress and exert a normalizing effect upon bodily processes, has gained popularity for its ability to modulate the body's response to stressors, both physical and mental.
- The active compounds are withanolides that regulate cortisol levels, the body's primary stress hormone. By reducing cortisol production, Ashwagandha promotes a balanced stress response, leading to calm and improved sleep quality.
- It has antioxidant properties to protect brain cells from damage caused by stress-induced free radicals.
Valerian root
- An herb that has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for sleep disorders and anxiety. The compounds valerenic acid and valerenol, present in valerian root, interact with GABA receptors exerting sedative and anxiolytic effects.
- It is described as a gentle yet effective option for calming the mind, reducing nervousness, and improving sleep onset.
Lemon balm
- Its bioactive compounds, including rosmarinic acid, modulate GABA receptors, resulting in relaxation and tranquility.
- Has been shown to reduce stress-related symptoms, promote better sleep, and enhance mood by mitigating anxiety and depression.
Apigenin
- A flavonoid, which is a chemical naturally found in plants, like chamomile, holds remarkable potential for promoting sleep and stress reduction.
- Interacts with benzodiazepine receptors, enhancing GABA activity and reducing anxiety.
- Helps induce sleep without the potential side effects associated with conventional sleep medications, making it a promising natural alternative.
- Has been clinically studied as a protectant against dementia, because of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as the ability to modulate signaling pathways involved in brain health.
The combination of these natural plant-based compounds offers a comprehensive approach to better sleep, decreased stress, and neurological protection.
Through their synergistic effects on neurotransmitter regulation, stress hormone modulation, and antioxidant activity, these compounds enable us to reclaim our wellbeing. They promote restorative sleep and fortify our brains against modern challenges.