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Want better brain function? Help for dealing with stress? How about healthy sleep? If you answered yes, Vimergy Organic Ashwagandha 10:1 Liquid Extract is here for you! It contains 2200mg of the adaptogen ashwagandha per serving! Our special alcohol-free formula is made with these organic ingredients: organic ashwagandha 10:1 extract, organic glycerin and organic lemon juice. Product info Ashwagandha is a special herb that acts as an adaptogen in your body, helping you have a healthy response to stress. With all the stresses and challenges life throws at us, some help to cope with it can really go a long way! And that’s not all that ashwagandha has to offer. Ashwagandha can also help your brain and mental functioning and even help you get the sleep you need to feel your best! Organic Kosher Vegan Paleo Gluten Free USDA Organic Alcohol-Free Ashwagandha: Promotes a healthy response to stress Supports healthy cognitive function Promotes healthy sleep Potent 10:1 water extracted alcohol-free formula Created with Organic Glycerin and Organic Lemon Juice only Can be taken by placing it directly in the mouth or add it to water, juice, or a smoothie USDA Organic, Alcohol-Free, Gluten-Free, Non-GMO, Kosher, Corn- Free, Soy-Free, Vegan & Paleo Friendly No Citric Acid, Fillers, Additives, Artificial Flavors or Natural Flavors How to Use Serving: Serving: As a dietary supplement, take 2 dropperfuls (2mL), 1 to 2 times a day. One serving is approximately 48-54 drops.Storage: Store in a cool, dark place.Contraindications: Consult your physician before use if you are pregnant, lactating, have a medical condition, or are taking any medication. Immediately discontinue use and consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to this product.

BENEFITS Helps reduce stress & anxiety levels* Promotes restful & restorative sleep* Supports a healthy heart & strong bones* Enhances nutrient absorption & energy creation* Contributes to healthy cellular & nerve function* Helps maintain muscle mass/power & calms sore muscles* PRODUCT DETAILS Full-Spectrum: 7 types of magnesium Chelated for maximum bioavailability 250mg of magnesium in every capsule With co-factors for absorption: B6 & manganese No magnesium oxide, chloride, hydroxide, sulfate, or stearate Non-GMO; No fillers, preservatives, or additives Magnesium Chelate (Muscle Recovery)Chelated forms of magnesium provide the best absorbency in comparison to non-chelated. Research published by the New York Headache Center3 suggests that 400 mg of chelated magnesium a day is especially helpful for pre-menstrual syndrome and foot and leg cramps. The researchers found that chelated magnesium also helped those who tend to have cold extremities (hands or feet) caused by environment or stress. Magnesium Glycinate (Sleep, Anxiety & Brain Health)One of the most popular forms of magnesium, magnesium glycinate (also known as magnesium diglycinate or magnesium bisglycinate) is a chelated form of magnesium that contains the amino acid glycine. Glycine is the smallest amino acid and is able to cross the blood-brain barrier. It’s best known for benefits relating to sleep and brain health.If you’re looking for the best magnesium supplement for anxiety, magnesium glycinate has been shown to have a soothing effect on the brain5 and several studies have shown that magnesium glycinate may help to calm anxiety. Magnesium Aspartate (Mood, Anxiety & Depression)Magnesium aspartate is a form of magnesium that is bonded to aspartic acid, a non-essential amino acid found in protein-rich foods such as eggs and meat. Aspartic acid is often used by bodybuilders to enhance athletic performance, recovery, and muscle strength. Many users of magnesium aspartate report finding this form one of the best magnesium supplements for leg cramps and other muscle cramping. Magnesium Malate (Brain & Nervous system)Getting enough magnesium through food and supplementation is key to many physiological functions, especially those that effect the brain. Because it’s able to work quickly and is more long-lasting, magnesium malate is considered one of the most beneficial forms for brain and nervous system health and one of the best magnesium supplements for headache – including migraines. Magnesium Orotate (Heart & Exercise Performance) Orotate is a type of magnesium salt that comes from orotic acid and is easily absorbed into the cells. According to some natural health experts, it represents the “absolute best” type of magnesium supplement for health. Some studies also indicate that magnesium orotate may be especially beneficial for the heart and exercise performance, making it a favorite magnesium supplement for athletes. Magnesium Taurate (High Blood Pressure, Relaxation & “Calming the Nerves”) Magnesium taurate is one of the best forms of magnesium for easy assimilation into the body. This is because taurine is used by the body naturally to transport magnesium ions in and out of cells. According to experts, it’s also the supplement that is easiest on the stomach and is also one of the best magnesium supplements for heart health. Magnesium Citrate (Cardiovascular & Intestinal Health) Magnesium citrate is magnesium combined with citric acid. It’s one of the most popular types of magnesium, and according to the National Institutes for Health is also one of the most highly absorbable forms by the body.17 Like all forms of magnesium, it’s vital for a healthy heart, muscles, and bones. It’s also required for RNA and DNA synthesis and for the production of glutathione, the master antioxidant. Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) (Combined with Magnesium Improved Stress Reduction by 24%) In research studies, the complementary effects of vitamin B6 and magnesium taken together has shown greater benefit than magnesium alone for treatment of severe stress and symptoms associated with PMS such as irritability, mood swings, and anxiety. For instance, one 2018 study20 reported a 24% stronger stress reduction among participants with “severe/extremely severe stress” who took both magnesium and B6 compared with just magnesium.Interestingly, the B6 and magnesium combination has been found in other studies to have a significant and positive behavioral benefit for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD.21 Manganese Citrate (Bone Strength) Manganese is an essential trace mineral involved in dozens of functions and chemical processes in the body including bone formation, healthy blood sugar management, and metabolism. It’s also a major antioxidant. Manganese is necessary for the proper functioning of the nervous system, the brain, and many key enzymatic reactions in the body.

Is It Memory Loss?   Or sleep loss? Lack of sleep can lead to... Impaired memory [1] Decreased cognitive ability [2] Poor mood [3] Imbalanced immune function Increased risk of infectious disease [4] Vascular inflammation Increased risk of cardiovascular disease [5] Higher risk of sarcopenia - involuntary loss of muscle mass [6] Emotional dysregulation [7] Low libido [8] Cravings & weight gain [9] Metabolic syndrome [10] Hormonal imbalances [11] Decreased fertility & ability to conceive [12]     "In addition to elevated risks of chronic diseases, short sleep duration is strongly associated with decreases in cognitive performance... ...impairments in several cognitive domains can be observed even after short-term sleep restriction" [13]. Nature Journal, October 2021       Add 4 Pills To Your Night...And Extra Years To Your Life. Sleep deprivation has deadly consequences, especially for women. You might feel tired today, but over time, your health takes an enormous hit. The most impactful illnesses and disasters of the 21st century are linked to lack of sleep. Incredibly, a follow-up investigation of the space shuttle Challenger disaster named staff sleep loss as a possible cause [14]. The risk of obesity, metabolic syndrome, hypertension, heart attack, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, and cancer, particularly the increasingly prevalent colorectal cancer, increase with suboptimal sleep [15, 16]. And women are affected more than men. Females with disturbed sleep have greater chances of cardiovascular disease, increased insulin, hypertension, and inflammation compared to males [17]. Mental health also suffers—symptoms of depression, anxiety, psychosis, and stress perception worsen with sleep loss. Those with insomnia, for instance, have a two-fold risk of developing depression compared to those without the condition [18, 19].     Imagine 8 Restful Hours Instead Of 5 Restless Ones. A Calm Mind Instead Of Racing Thoughts. The best part? No Rx hangover. Human Optimization Lab's Sleep may support: Non-habit forming REM sleep without the side effects of Rx drugs [20] Healthier balance of non-REM and REM sleep patterns [21] Sounder sleep versus waking up tired before your alarm clock [22, 23] Increased sleep time [22] Faster transition from awake to asleep—no more tossing & turning [22] Alleviation of insomnia, specifically related to age [22, 24, 25] Less chance of waking during the night [26] Reduced symptoms of restless legs syndrome [27] Antioxidant balance and anti-inflammatory effects [28] Reduced anxiety [29] Healthier circadian rhythms, even in the presence of unavoidable light at night [30] Production of your body's own master antioxidant, melatonin [31] Fewer obsessive thoughts that keep you awake [32]     Sleep's dream team: Melatonin & your mitochondria When you think of antioxidants, what comes to mind? Most of us imagine berries, dark chocolate, or vitamins C and E. But the real antioxidant all-star? Melatonin. Melatonin is an incredibly potent and unique antioxidant. Why? Unlike other antioxidants, it's created by your mitochondria and plays enormous roles in optimizing their function...and your energy levels [33].     Ingredients Based On Science, Not Social Media. Sleep is formulated with nutrients and doses proved effective in scientific studies…and only those nutrients. We don’t believe in proprietary blends or hidden excipients. Learn more about our transparent, evidence-based ingredients.     Magnesium (Magnesium Glycinate) Magnesium aids sleep in multiple ways, yet aging is a risk factor for magnesium deficiency. Magnesium relieves muscle tension [35] and is an N-Methyl-D-aspartic acid (NMDA) antagonist and GABA agonist, meaning it gently reduces neuronal excitability and promotes neuronal relaxation.     Potassium (Potassium Glycinate) Sleep is divided into two phases, non-rapid eye movement (NREM) and rapid eye movement (REM) and five separate stages! This organization is called sleep architecture, and potassium is best known for supporting these patterns thanks to its role in regulating the intricate physiology of potassium channels in the nervous system [36].     B6 (Pyridoxal 5’-Phosphate) Pyridoxal 5′-phosphate (PLP), the biologically active form of vitamin B6, is a cofactor for kynurenine aminotransferase (KAT) and kynureninase (KYNU), two key enzymes in the conversion of kynurenine to tryptophan [38]. In turn, we use tryptophan to make both serotonin and melatonin [39].     Herbatonin® (Plant Melatonin) Does melatonin leave you feeling drowsy throughout the morning? Interestingly, a double-blind, placebo-controlled study from MIT found 0.3 mg of melatonin to be the ideal dose for people with insomnia over 50 [24]. When compared to the pharmacological dose of 3 mg, the 0.3 physiological dose restored sleep efficiency without remaining elevated into the daytime.     L-Theanine L-theanine is a non-protein amino acid abundant in green tea, well known for its relaxing effects and ability to cross the blood-brain barrier [40]. Once in the brain, l-theanine blocks glutamate receptors and enhances GABA and dopamine, resulting in reduced neuro-excitability and increased feelings of relaxation [41].     L-Tryptophan L-tryptophan is an essential amino acid that plays an integral part in nervous system health and is the precursor to serotonin, a key hormone for mood regulation (43). Clinical studies of tryptophan-deficient diets show that low intake of this essential amino acid results in increased depression, anxiety, and poor emotional processing [44].     L-Serine L-serine is a non-essential amino acid studied for its remarkable neuroprotective effects [47]. Researchers have hypothesized that dietary L-serine may be responsible for the large centenarian population in Ōgimi, Okinawa, due to their exceptionally high intake of L-serine through foods such as seaweed, tofu, and pork. [48]. The average Ōgimi woman eats over 8 grams of dietary L-serine daily, while her American counterpart only gets 2.5 grams [49].     5-HTP 5-HTP is an amino acid produced from tryptophan and is a metabolic intermediate to serotonin and melatonin. 5-HTP has been studied for its anti-depressant, anxiolytic, and sleep-promoting effects. Several neurodegenerative diseases have been associated with low levels of 5-HTP, including Parkinson’s, fibromyalgia, and Alzheimer's [54].     Myo-Inositol Myo-inositol is a fascinating but commonly underconsumed compound primarily found in organ meats. It was once considered a B vitamin, but its classification changed when endogenous creation from glucose was discovered in the kidneys, liver, and brain.     Chamomile Extract (Matricaria Recutita) For hundreds of years, chamomile has been one of the most trusted, aromatic sleep herbs. It's properties include anti-anxiety, stress relieving, and anti-insomnia. It's also beneficial to the immune and digestive systems and the liver [60]. What people say about Sleep     I have struggled with sleep most of my life, and for the last 10 years have tried many different supplements after finally stopping all sleep medications. Some of these supplements have helped, but I have been using Sleep and find that it combines all the different supplements I have tried into one! It works beautifully, it not only helps me ease into sleep quickly, but when I wake in the middle of the night, I can fall back to sleep. I wake up feeling relaxed but not groggy. I am loving this supplement!!   References Peng Z, Dai C, Ba Y, Zhang L, Shao Y, Tian J. Effect of Sleep Deprivation on the Working Memory-Related N2-P3 Components of the Event-Related Potential Waveform. Front Neurosci. 2020;14:469. Alhola P, Polo-Kantola P. Sleep deprivation: Impact on cognitive performance. Neuropsychiatr Dis Treat. 2007;3(5):553-567. Triantafillou S, Saeb S, Lattie EG, Mohr DC, Kording KP. Relationship Between Sleep Quality and Mood: Ecological Momentary Assessment Study. JMIR Ment Health. 2019;6(3):e12613. Garbarino S, Lanteri P, Bragazzi NL, Magnavita N, Scoditti E. Role of sleep deprivation in immune-related disease risk and outcomes. 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