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Calm & Relaxed

Rating: B
Company: Thompson Nutritionals

Specs: Lab Report
Site: www.nutraceutical.com

What is it?

Thompson Calm & Relaxed is an all-natural dietary supplement that claims to calm and relax the body, helping people fall asleep. Chamomile flower, its main ingredient, reportedly helps calm the body, while L-theanine and passion flower help the body relax, initiating sleep. Despite the lack of FDA-approved ingredients, such as diphenhydramine, it may work even more effectively than prescription sleep aids.

What ingredients does Calm & Relaxed contain?

Thompson Calm & Relaxed contains magnesium, sodium, chamomile, hops, stevia, l-theanine and passionflower.

Do the ingredients in Calm & Relaxed help promote sleep?

According to one Japanese study, one of its key ingredients may help people fall asleep. The study, which was conducted by a top Japanese university, showed that participants who took 200 milligrams of l-theanine reported recovering better from exhaustion, and slept better compared to participants who took a placebo. Researchers say it could possibly be a treatment for people who don't get enough sleep or have trouble falling asleep, and even those suffering from bouts of exhaustion. According to a report by Life Extension Magazine, l-theanine may improve mood due to its ability to increase the production of brain chemicals, such as serotonin, which can cause depression, and then ultimately insomnia, in poor amounts.

Is Calm & Relaxed safe?

Yes. Although hops may cause some drowsiness, its effects are temporary and not described as serious.

Verdict:

People suffering from insomnia, especially the type caused by stress or low mood, will find Thompson Calm & Relaxed extremely beneficial.