Mood Enhancer & Destressor

A: Hawthorn is a red berry native to regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.

Hawthorn is a powerful antioxidant has been used as an herbal remedy for its calming effect in easing stress, anxiety, relaxation and naturally stimulating a ‘feel good’ energy.

A: Mucuna pruriens is a tropical legume native to Africa and tropical Asia. This wonderful legume seems to have a natural affinity to work in harmony with our body especially in helping to balance the nervous and digestive systems among other things.

Mucuna has shown significant success in easing stress, supporting a healthier nervous system improving energy and mood. It also has significant antioxidant action that works in tandem with L-dopa to help balance and promote better brain health.

Dopamine, is an essential neurotransmitter associated with the ‘pleasure’ or ‘feel good’ system of the brain that stimulates feelings of enjoyment and helps to motivate us in a positive way.

A: Ashwagandha, is a perennial shrub native to the drier areas of India and South Asia. It is an adaptogenic herb that is grown in all the parts of India. This remarkable plant has a combination of non toxic substances (amino acids, vitamins and herbs) that help balance your response to changing circumstances or stress in a healthier way.

Ashwagandha, among other things, has proven to be of help to cope with neurological conditions related to stress, trouble sleeping, anxiety, joint pain and relieve adrenal fatigue.

It contains powerful antioxidants that have been known to help improve memory and brain function, boost mood, improve sexual function, regulate blood sugar levels, reduce inflammation and increase energy levels.

A: Bacopa is a nootropic herb native to the wetlands of southern and Eastern India, Australia, Europe, Africa, Asia, and North and South America. Because Bacopa is a nootropic herb, it means it can be of help in repairing damaged neurons and help improve or ‘unlock’ the brain’s creativity and cognitive drive.

It has been shown to have the ability to help regulate dopamine production up and down as it is needed. It has been known for centuries to enhance memory and focus, mood learning, creativity and improve brain health. It has also been of aid in helping people who suffer from stress disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, Alzheimer’s, dementia, epilepsy, chronic pain, and help regulate blood pressure.

A: St. John’s wort is a small but powerful flowering plant that grows wild in Europe, but has since spread to the Americas, Russia, Asia, China, and the Middle East. It contains a rare combination of antidepressant chemicals that inhibit or delay the re-uptake of certain neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine (also called noradrenaline (NA))

St. John’s wort can be shown to be able to help regulate the hormonal balance in the body and thus has been very effective in easing depression, anxiety, sleeplessness, mood swings, and chronic fatigue. Due to its being able to lower inflammation it helps in lowering blood pressure and can decrease the stress on the heart.

A: Simply put, GABA is an aid to help relax the mind and body which is great because so many conditions are directly related to an overload stress and anxiety. GABA is one of your body’s main neurotransmitters that is produced naturally to help calm your central nervous system and promote healthy relaxation.

The use of GABA have proven to be very effective in treating depression, anxiety, insomnia, improve mood, reduce symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and attention deficit disorder (ADHD).

A: After reading through all kinds of research on this amazing little antioxidant molecule I would like to say it is a super hero and packs a wonder punch of goodness for overall health!

Xanthohumol (Xn) is a bioactive flavanoid antioxidant molecule found in the flowering Hops Plant native to many parts of Europe, but are now being cultivated in many other temperate climates around the world. It is said to be 200 times more powerful than Resveratrol, an antioxidant found naturally in red wine.

Hops has vitamins C, E and B6, which have powerful antioxidant properties that can help protect your body from disease, boost your immune system and slow down the aging process.

There is also growing evidence to suggest xanthohumol may be able bind to GABA receptors in the brain to help induce relaxation and decrease stress. Others things that xanthohumol has shown remarkable positive results in is: lessened anxiety, improved quality of sleep, help treat insomnia, relieve symptoms of menopause including hot flashes, relax stressed muscles, ease stiff joints, prevent spasms and twitching.

In areas of cognitive health there has been recent research to show that xanthohumol may help protect the brain’s cells from oxidative stress and reduce the risk of brain disorders such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease.

A: Valerian is native to Europe and parts of Asia and lives up to its Latin meaning to be strong and healthy. Valerian has been used for centuries in naturally aiding people who suffer from insomnia, nervousness, tension, stress, menstrual cramps and high blood pressure. Because Valerian root contains volatile and less volatile valerenic acids, sesquiterpenes, and valepotriates, it produces a calming and restorative effect on the body’s central nervous system.

Valerian root contains volatile and less volatile oils, that has been proven to produce a calming and restorative effect on the body’s central nervous system. Valerian also helps to maintain healthy levels of serotonin; a neurotransmitter that helps to balance and regulate mood.

A: Baikal Skullcap is a powerful natural supplement and health promoter which has a rich source of flavonoids. It has been used for thousands of years in China for naturally treating various ailments without the unwanted groggy side effects of so many medications. Well known for its ability to soothe the nervous system, and leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized; it has proven to be extremely effective in bringing relief from anxiety, stress, insomnia, menstruation cramps, reduce inflammation, helps improve liver and lung functions, allergy symptoms and asthma.

Baikal Skullcap has also been used to successfully enhance nitric levels in your blood which help in improving you circulatory system, balance out healthier blood pressure levels. Due to the fact that it promotes good blood glucose levels those suffering from diabetes may see improved blood sugar levels.

Baicalin extracts also seem to act similar to Nootropic substances as a neuro-protection in that various studies has shown that it can help enhance cogntive dysfunction and an aid to boost memory, focus and learning. Because of its anti-neuro-inflammatory activity it shows great promise for helping those who suffer from various conditions such as Alzheimer’s and dementia.

A: Magnolia, also known as the tree of life, has been used in traditional Asian medicine for centuries and has an abundance of healing properties in all of its parts. Its has numerous healing properties, two of are which honokiol, which exhibits a desirable spectrum of bioavailability, and magnolol.

These compounds have been shown to be up 1000 times more potent than Vitamin E in antioxidant activity and have been found to have anti-allergic and ant-asthmatic activity. Research and studies have demonstrated that these properties act as an ant-stress agent and help balance out cortisol levels promoting a calm without the numbing of other drugs so it is great for those who suffer from depression and anxiety.

Magnolia has also been very effect in the easing of menstrual cramps, abdominal pain, mood swings, bloating, gas, nausea, indigestion, respiratory issues, detoxifying, cancer, helping control diabetes, increased libido, weight loss and improve liver health. Honokiol and magnolol have also exhibited neurotropic effect in vitro which could translate into enhanced brain growth and reduce brain cell death making it a great potential for helping those who suffer from Alzheimer’s or other brain debilitating conditions.

A: Oat straw comes from green oats of the Avena sativa plant and is rich in minerals and trace nutrients such as silica, magnesium, phosphorus, chromium, iron, calcium, alkaloids, protein, the vitamin B complex, and vitamins A and C.

The properties that are found in Avena sativa have been used in balancing endocrine function, and supporting the nervous system. This means that those who suffer from anxiety, stress, depression, overall tension and insomnia can benefit greatly because it soothes and strengthens nerves. It has also been shown to be effective in easing menstrual issues like cramps, mood swings and bloating.

Oat straw also is beneficial in lowering blood pressure, leveling blood sugar, giving increased energy and strength as well as aiding in better sexual health in men and women. There is continuing evidence to support that it can help in improving metabolism, promote healthy bowel function and aid in improving healthy cholesterol levels which can mean better heart health.

A: Rhodiola is a unique and powerful adaptogenic herb that grows at high altitudes in the arctic areas of Asia and Eastern Europe. It has has over 40 kinds of chemical compounds that has proven to be of high value to our emotional and physical health.

This amazing plant has received much attention for its to normalize, adapt and enhance the body’s reaction to ‘fight or flight’ responses in stressful situations. For example, when under stress some individuals levels of cortisol can skyrocket, compounds like rhodiola help to lower cortisol levels and help people cope much better. For those who suffer from insomnia, fatigue, anxiety, depression. ADD/ADHD, PTSD and the like, this little ‘golden root’ can truly be a light at the end of a dark tunnel.

Rhodiola has also proven to be beneficial in being able to cleanse the body and help fight against cancer and tuberculosis, lower blood glucose response, abdominal weight gain (usually brought on by ongoing stress), thyroid issues, hormone imbalance, decreased memory or weakened immunity.

Due to incredible healing properties, rhodiola may help to increase the sensitivity of your neurons (cells of your brain and nervous system), including the two neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine. This increased stimuli helps individuals to focus better and longer, improve memory, pleasure, and overall enhance one’s mood. All of this positive activity happening in one’s body greatly increases the chance of preventing anxiety and depression taking hold.

A: Adaptogens, are a group of plants that can help your body better adapt to physical, chemical, and environmental stressors. Rhodiola is one of the most effective plants with these adaptogenic properties due to its having active compounds like rosoavin.

It is these types of compounds that have the proven ability to help balance the stress hormone, cortisol, bringing our bodies more into balance and easing symptoms related to high stress situations.

A: Griffonia simplicifolia is a woody climbing shrub in the legume family and is native to West and Central Africa and bears black seed pods. The seeds inside these pods is one of a very small number of natural sources that contains the herbal compound which we know as 5-HTP. This compound is an important building block used to synthesize Serotonin or as some call it the ‘happiness’ neurotransmitter that that signals feelings of pleasure and contentment in the brain.

For those who suffer from anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, PTSD and the like, 5-HTP has proven to be a natural mood enhancer to help in promoting feelings of well-being, confidence, calm, and relaxation. Those who suffer from the pain of migraines, fibromyalgia, 5-HTP gives needed relief and enables them to have a better night’s sleep.

Some people use 5-HTP for pain relief from conditions such as migraines and fibromyalgia enabling a better nights sleep.

A: Passion flowers are perennial woody vines, mostly from tropical America but with a few species originating in Asia, Australasia and the Polynesian Islands. Passion flower has shown itself to be another natural wonder. People tend to feel ‘down’ when levels of GABA (amma-aminobutyric) that are found in the brain are low. Because passion flower increases these levels naturally those who suffer from anxiety, depression, mood swings, feelings of anger, ADHD, PTSD and insomnia have found relief.

Because passion flower mildly depresses the central nervous system, sort of like a sedative effect, it can help prevent or ease muscle spasms even for those who suffer from migraines and high blood pressure. Women who experience the symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes, night sweats depression and mood swings also report a lessening of these symptoms. There has also been evidence to suggest it helps with reducing insulin levels in type 2 diabetes and reducing inflammation.

A: The chamomile plant is in the daisy family and is native to Western Europe and Northern Africa. It is renown for its many healing properties either as a tea, tincture, essential oil or nowadays, in capsule form.

Well known for its ability to promote a restful night’s sleep for those with insomnia it is also an aid in helping to fight against depression and anxiety.

Due to it being high in antioxidants it aids in anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic actions to help relax the muscles that line the stomach and intestine. Because of this gift of nature, those who experience diverticular conditions such as: muscle spasms, gastrointestinal disorders, stress related flatulence, IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) and Crohn’s disease, symptoms associated with PMS and other menstrual disorders, ulcers, heartburn, nausea, back pain, arthritis and rheumatic pain can find a measure of relieve.

Recently chamomile, due to its high level of flavonoids, it has been effective in providing cardiovascular protection.

There is also new heartening evidence to suggest that because of the antioxidants called apigenin, which are bio-active constituents, that is found naturally in chamomile, it is of help in inhibiting cancerous cells to help fight against skin, prostate, breast and ovarian type cancers.

A: Lemon balm is a perennial herb in the mint family that is native to south-central Europe, the Mediterranean Basin, Iran, and Central Asia. Living up to its name it truly is a ‘balm’ to whatever ails you.

Due to its powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties it can help protect against disease and relieve pain in various digestive problems including upset stomach, bloating, intestinal gas, menstrual cramps, headache.

It can also help with brain fog, anxiety, sleep problems, restlessness, Alzheimer’s disease (ADHD) over active thyroid (hyperthyroidism), high blood pressure, tumors, rapid heartbeat due to nervousness, healing wounds. It also protect against diabetes by reducing blood sugar levels and reducing oxidative stress related to diabetes, heart and liver problems and helps promote longevity.

Lemon balm can help to fight free radical damage. There has also been very strong evidence that lemon balm has had amazing resulting in helping to help ease or prevent various types of cancers.