What it is:
CBD, or cannabidiol, is a chemical compound that comes from two types of cannabis plants: hemp and marijuana. It’s non-addictive and contains only trace amounts of THC, which means it won’t get you high. You can learn more about CBD here.
Why We Included It:
There’s a growing body of research suggesting CBD is a natural sleep aid. It interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system, which is involved in maintaining a healthy sleep-wake cycle. In other words, CBD can help you get to sleep, experience fewer sleep disruptions, and extend your REM (deep sleep) cycles. Research has also found it helps reduce stress and anxiety. What’s not to love?
What it is:
Chamomile is the MVP of many a pre-bedtime tea–and with good reason. It comes from a daisy-like flower that has been used for thousands of years to improve sleep, calm anxiety, and settle stomachs.
Why We Included It:
We wanted to include an ingredient to help you unwind and put your mind at ease before bed, and chamomile does just that. It’s a mild sedative that helps reduce anxiety, relax muscles, and induce sleepiness.
What it is:
If you’re a beer drinker who has ever enjoyed an IPA, then you’re probably already familiar hops. If not, let us introduce you to this herbal ingredient, which does a lot more than just give “hoppy” beers their distinct flavor. Hops come from the flowering part of the hop plant and have been used for centuries to combat insomnia, anxiety, and stress.
Why We Included It:
We know that drinking a beer or two can leave you feeling sleepy–and that’s because of the hops, not the alcohol. Recent research suggests that hops have mild sedative effects that promote sleepiness and improve sleep quality. By taking our CBD gummies, you can enjoy the sleep-inducing properties of hops without the alcohol hangover.
What it is:
Black seed oil is pressed from a flowering plant called Nigella sativa and is a popular natural remedy for a wide range of conditions, including inflammation, headaches, and high blood pressure.
Why We Included It:
Ever had trouble falling asleep because your muscles have been sore after a hard workout? So have we. We included black seed oil in our sleep gummies because of their anti-inflammatory properties, which are great for reducing muscle soreness and other pain caused by inflammation. Several studies have also shown that it can help reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality.
What it is:
Sometimes called “winter cherry” or “Indian ginseng,” ashwagandha is an herb that has been used for thousands of years to reduce stress, anxiety, inflammation, and sleep issues.
Why We Included It:
Ashwagandha is a utility player in the world of herbal sleep remedies, and we knew we wanted to include it for its multiple benefits. In addition to containing compounds that reduce inflammation, it can also help reduce stress, calm your central nervous system, and promote muscle recovery. Here’s another reason ashwagandha makes us happy (literally): research suggests that it impacts serotonin, a brain chemical that improves your mood.