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Ashwagandha

Found in night capsule / 380 mg

Known to reduce stress, improve sleep and elevate mood.

Ashwagandha contains many compounds that function as antioxidants, protecting your body from oxidative stress. [1,2]
Ashwagandha reduces feelings of stress by altering the behaviour of neurons and reducing the concentration of cortisol, a primary stress neurotransmitter. [3,4]
Ashwagandha provides relief from the symptoms of severe depression. [4,5]
Taking ashwagandha results in a calmer night, with fewer interruptions to sleep, thanks to a compound within it known as triethylene glycol. [6,7]
The immune system is boosted by ashwagandha, helping to fight off infections. [8,9]
Memory improvements have been demonstrated in studies with ashwagandha supplements. [10,11]
Cognitive ability and control over psychomotor functions is improved by ashwagandha intake. [12,13]

Valerian Root

Found in night capsule / 100 mg

The root of the valerian plant is a well known home remedy for sleep, with many people advocating for its ability to improve the quality of sleep. Chemicals in the plant exhibit a sedative effect on the brain and nervous system, damping down overactivity

Valerian root contains sedative compounds that promote sleep. [14,15]
The valerenic acid present in valerian root has the effect of reducing anxiety. [16,17]
Valerian root is known to lessen the intensity of hot flushes that occur during menopause. [18,19]

Griffonia Seeds

Found in night capsule / 20 mg

The West African plant, Griffonia, produces seeds that contain a compound known as 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP). This molecule is the main source of the beneficial effects associated with medicines created using this plant’s components.

5-HTP raises serotonin levels in the brain, improving the quality of sleep and lessening the impact of mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. [20,21]
Griffonia is able to make headaches and migraines less intense and less frequent. [22,23]
Griffonia protects your cells from damage through its antioxidant characteristics. [24]

Black Pepper

Found in night capsule / 5 mg

Black pepper extracts and powder contain piperine as one of their main active ingredients. It is able to enhance absorption of other plant hormones, so its addition makes the formulation even more potent.

Nutrient absorption is facilitated by black pepper, allowing more efficient uptake of minerals such as calcium and selenium, as well as beneficial plant hormones. [25,26]
Black pepper improves memory and cognition, staving off neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s [27,28]
The anti-inflammatory effect of black pepper improves overall wellbeing, reducing risk factors for numerous diseases. [29,30]
Cholesterol levels are reduced by taking black pepper, aiding weight loss and maintaining a healthy heart. [31,32]

Lion’s Mane

Found in day capsule / 240 mg

Evidence suggests that lion’s mane has a protective effect on the central nervous system and the neurons that comprise it.

Lion’s mane is useful for reducing the impact of depression and anxiety, especially when these conditions are linked to chronic inflammation. [33,34]
Lion’s mane is able to speed up the repair of damaged nerves, which is particularly applicable to Alzheimer’s patients. [35,36]
Lion’s mane also has a preventative role in reducing general damage to the nervous system in the first place. [37,38]
Components of lion’s mane function as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agents, keeping the cells of the body safe from harm. [39,40]
Immunity is enhanced by taking lion’s mane, especially the defences in the digestive tract. [41,42]

Guarana

Found in day capsule / 150 mg

Guarana has formed part of tribal Amazonian therapies for thousands of years. It has a greater concentration of caffeine than coffee beans.

Guarana contains high levels of caffeine, which provides mental energy and helps focus. [43,44]
Memory is improved by taking guarana extract. [45,46]
Guarana inhibits the formation of blood clots, reducing the risk of heart disease and other cardiovascular complications. [47,48]
The presence of caffeine means that guarana upregulates metabolism, burning more calories and inhibiting the formation of adipose tissue. These qualities are useful for losing weight. [49,50]
The antioxidant effects of guarana are most noticeable in preventing skin damage, allowing it to be used as an anti-ageing ingredient. [51,52]

Chaga

Found in day capsule / 30 mg

Chaga in the body results in documented improvements to wellbeing, affecting various systems, such as the immune system, cardiovascular system and metabolism.

Chaga directly fights against pathogenic microbes and also improves long-term immune system health by reducing inflammation. [53,54]
Cholesterol is reduced by chaga, working against cardiovascular disease and promoting weight loss. [55,56]
Chaga contains antioxidants that will reduce the oxidative stress being placed on cells and tissues in your body. [57,58]
Blood sugar levels can be lowered by taking chaga, making it useful for those who need to manage glucose homeostasis. [57,58]
Chaga exhibits the ability to fight cancer, stopping tumour growth. [59,60]

Cordyceps

Found in day capsule / 30 mg

Cordyceps has been in use in traditional Chinese medicine for many years, where it is believed to free up more chemical energy for use by the body, help maintain youthful features and facilitate both the immune system and the nervous system.

Cordyceps makes more energy available by increasing production of ATP, the energy transfer molecule used by our bodies. [61,62]
Cordyceps has been shown to reduce fatigue, build strength and enhance libido, particularly in elderly users. [63,64]
The antioxidant compounds in cordyceps enable it to be used in anti-ageing formulations. [65,66]
By inhibiting key proteins in the signal cascade, cordyceps acts as an anti-inflammatory substance. [67,68]
Neuron health is improved by consumption of cordyceps, resulting in better memory and cognitive functioning. This lessens the impact of damage to the brain, such as from head injuries or progressive disease. [69,70]

Maitake

Found in day capsule / 30 mg

Maitake has also been called the dancing mushroom. It appears to have a pronounced protective role, fighting against oxidative stress and mobilising the immune system against pathogens.

The action of the immune system is enhanced by maitake, which activates important cells and modulates inflammatory signals. [71,72]
Maitake reduces the oxidative stress inflicted on the body through its antioxidative characteristics. [73,72]
Maitake produces lower cholesterol levels, promoting health of the heart and circulatory system and combating weight gain. [74,75]

Oyster mushroom

Found in day capsule / 30 mg

Oyster Mushrooms have shown promising indications that it may have some ability to improve the condition of the heart and reduce chronic inflammation.

Oyster mushrooms contain numerous important minerals and vitamins, as well as a lot of fibre. They are also low in carbohydrates, which make them a good option for certain restrictive diets. [76,77]
The antioxidants contained in oyster mushrooms reduce cellular damage throughout the body. [78,79]
Oyster mushrooms promote heart health by lessening heart disease risk factors such as high cholesterol levels and hypertension. [80,81]
Numerous anti-inflammatory compounds are present in oyster mushrooms. [82,83]
Infections and allergies are addressed by oyster mushroom consumption due to its ability to modulate the immune system. [84,85]

Reishi

Found in day capsule / 30 mg

Reishi has been used in East Asian medicine to protect important organs, such as the lungs, liver and heart.

The hepatoprotective properties of reishi improve the health of liver tissue via antioxidant effects. [86,87]
Wellbeing is improved by reishi’s anti-inflammatory effect, especially in cases of respiratory conditions such as asthma [88,89]
Reishi reduces the occurrence of atherosclerosis, protect the cardiovascular system. [90,91]
Reishi can help with stomach ulcers by speeding up the healing process. [92,93]

Shaggy Mane

Found in day capsule / 30 mg

Shaggy Mane’s ability to act as an antioxidant has been investigated in research, as well as its potential to regulate blood glucose levels.

Shaggy mane reduces oxidative damage done to cells through its anti-oxidative effect. [94,95]
Blood glucose concentrations can be regulated by consumption of shaggy mane extract, keeping them in the desired range. [96,97]

Shiitake

Found in day capsule / 30 mg

Shiitake is packed with helpful vitamins (D & B), along with anti-inflammatory compounds. Shiitake may also have properties that allow it to improve the body’s response to infections.

Shiitake mushrooms contain fibre, B vitamins and minerals, as well as being low in calories. This makes them a good choice for a healthy diet. [98,99]
The potent anti-inflammatory effect of shiitake can reduce discomfort and promote wellness. [100,101]
Shiitake contains multiple compounds that lower cholesterol, improving the health of the heart and decreasing the risk of high blood pressure. [102,103]
Shiitake has a direct antimicrobial effect, working against microbes that attempt to infect the body. [104,105]
Supplements of shiitake also result in improved immune system health and functioning. [100,106]

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Science Behind Our Ingredients

Ashwagandha

Valerian Root

Griffonia Seeds

Black Pepper

Lion’s Mane

Guarana

Chaga

Cordyceps

Maitake

Oyster mushroom

Reishi

Shaggy Mane

Shiitake

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