It is estimated that more then 1 in 3 adults get inadequate sleep. Lack of sleep is associated with risk for many chronic diseases, including obesity, type II diabetes, heart disease, depression and many more. Medications used to induce sleep can lead to dependence and can have many potential side effects. Several plant-derived compounds have similar sleep supporting effects, but without worrisome side effects.
Lemon balm is a herb in the mint family that enhances GABA neurotransmitter activity in the brain, but by a different mechanism them sleeping pills. The compound in lemon balm, have been found to inhibit the enzyme that normally degrades GABA. This keeps GABA levels higher, to support a sleep promoting and anxiety reducing effect.
The magnolia tree is the source of compound called honokiol. Research has shown that honokiol enhances activity of GABA and aids in good sleep.
The flowering herb chamomile has long been used as a natural sleep aid. Chamomile also enhances activity of GABA and promotes sleep. LifeExtention made supplement combining chamomile, lemon balm and honokiol from magnolia tree that helps to have full night of restorative, health-protective sleep. If you are interested, please, call my office at 215-274-5344.
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