Ashwagandha has been included in Slumbera to help with the first and second phase of sleep, by aiding in the management of anxiety, and also improving the ratio of restorative sleep to non-restorative sleep. Numerous studies have shown that Ashwagandha can benefit in alleviating symptoms of anxiety, depression and insomnia, while also augmenting energy and mental clarity the next day.

Lemon Balm is one of the only ingredients in Slumbera most people have heard of, and we included it simply because it works. By targeting GABA signalling, in one study, after two weeks of usage, those receiving Lemon Balm reported a 39% decrease in insomnia and a 49% reduction in anxiety. In another study, 70% of subjects achieved full remission for anxiety, 85% for insomnia, and 70% for both.

Hops P.E. (Humulus Lupulus) is a specific form of hops that has been suggested in research as an effective alternative to popular prescription sleep aids. We have included it in Slumbera as a way to decrease the time it takes to fall asleep (sleep latency), acting as a sedative and hypnotic.

Wild Jujube Extract (Ziziphus) targets the GABA and Serotonin pathways in the brain. It is considered to be a potent hypnotic, which helps both sleep quality and quantity. It can also counteract certain chemicals in the brain that elevate during sleep deprivation and chronic insomnia. It has even been compared in research to prescription benzodiazepines.

Casein Hydrolysate (bioactive casein decapeptide) has shown incredible promise in the published data. It has been shown to decrease the time it takes to fall asleep (decreased sleep latency), as well as increasing the duration and quality of sleep. It also supports improved wakefulness the next day. This is an exciting and unique ingredient that you will not find in almost any other sleep formulas. It should also be noted, that even though this ingredient will start working right away, users report that it works even better after a couple of weeks.

Ecklonia Cava (containing triphlorethol A and dieckol), is one of the heavy hitters of the Slumbera formula with multiple benefits. Research shows that it can negate the unwanted effects of taking stimulants like caffeine too late in the day, moreso than prescription sleep aids. It has been shown to decrease the time to fall asleep (sleep latency), and increase the ratio of deeper, recuperative nREM sleep versus REM. Compared to popular prescription sleep aids, this has been shown to be more effective without the side effects.

Celery Seed Extract is included in Slumbera primarily for its ability to support healthy blood pressure, something that tends to be elevated in people that have trouble sleeping due to stress and anxiety. Celery Seed also appears to not lower blood pressure in normotensive subjects, meaning, if your BP is normal, we should not expect a drop. Think of it as something that subtly helps your body regulate BP, if you need it.

L-Theanine has been shown to help favorably modulate anxiety levels, support healthy blood pressure, reduce the negative effects of stimulants like caffeine when taken too late in the day, and encourage deeper, more restful nREM stages of sleep. This ingredient is widely used to create a calming effect, and when combined with other ingredients in Slumbera, can synergistically contribute to an ideal night’s sleep.

Bioperine is included in Slumbera to aid with the bioavailability/absorption of several of our ingredients. It does not have any sleep benefits on its own, and you’ll be glad it’s there.