Sleepy Chocolate

Ingredient Information

• Chamomile

  Among the most well-known soothing botanicals, chamomile is commonly regarded as a mild tranquilizer. Its calming effects may be attributed to an antioxidant called apigenin, which binds to specific receptors in your brain that may decrease anxiety and initiate sleep.
• Lavender

  People have used lavender to relax, settle their nerves, and aid sleep for centuries. Research has also shown that lavender oil preparations may decrease anxiety and improve sleep quality. Some studies have reported that just the aroma alone of lavender helps calm and soothe before preparing for sleep.
• Lemon Balm Extract

  This citrus-scented, aromatic herb has been used for reducing stress and improving sleep since the Middle Ages. Evidence shows that lemon balm increases GABA levels, indicating that it may act as a sedative. One study showed a 42% reduction in insomnia symptoms.
• Passion Flower Extract

  P. incarnata has many common names, including purple passionflower and maypop. Studies suggest it might help relieve insomnia and anxiety. It appears to boost the level of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in your brain which may help relieve insomnia and anxiety.
• Vanilla Bean Extract

  Vanilla's sedative benefits may make you drowsy enough to send you off into a faster, more relaxing sleep. It may also reduce hyperactivity, restlessness and quiet the nervous system, while lowering blood pressure.
• Valerian Root Extract

  Used for centuries to treat problems like insomnia, nervousness, and headaches, today, valerian is one of the most popular herbal sleep aids in Europe and the United States. It is believed that it increases levels of GABA, which can increase sleepiness. One study reported that 89% of participants with sleep difficulties reported improved sleep when taking valerian root extract and no adverse side effects, such as morning drowsiness, were observed.