Organic Relaxation Tea 30g

WARNING: Do NOT use in conjunction with sleeping pills or anti-depressants. Do not drink prior to driving or operating machinery. Although we use natural ingredients you should always sample before using to ensure the product is suitable. Choose a time where you can sample a small amount. If during or after, or any other time, you notice a reaction, discontinue use immediately and seek medical advice.

Lemon Balm Melissa Officinalis… is a medicinal plant that has long been used traditional medicine to treat anxiety and sleep disorders. In recent decades, several studies have supported the anxiety-reducing (anxiolytic) effects of M. officinalis. Its volatile compounds, triterpenoids, phenolic acids and flavonoids have also been shown to have positive effects on mood, cognition and memory. It is recommended for women suffering from sleep disturbance in menopause. Lemon balm is a safe and well-tolerated ingredient and has no adverse effects.

Highlights…

• Helps to promote relaxation and reduce tension.

• Promotes a restful sleep

Valerian root Valeriana officinalis… is used in the traditional medicine of many cultures as a mild sedative and anxiolytic. It’s effectiveness as a sleep aid is due to its naturally occurring sedatives - valepotriates and sesquiterpenes which have been shown to have a direct action on the amygdaloid body of the brain inhibiting enzyme-induced breakdown of GABA in the brain resulting in sedation. Research shows that Valerian was found to almost double the chance of sleeping better when compared with placebo. Also, due its high level of valepotriates, it may reduce anxiety without causing drowsiness. While Valerian has a distinct earthy aroma, and on its own has a bitter taste, when combined with our relaxation blend the taste is negligible.

Highlights…

• Induces sleep.

• Improves sleep quality without producing next day drowsiness.

• Shorter sleep latency (getting to sleep time).

Lavender Lavendula angustifolia…  has been used traditionally for centuries to treat anxiety, insomnia, pain and other neurologic conditions, often as aromatherapy. A member of the mint family its compounds have sedative effects similar to those of benzodiazepines without the detrimental effects of medications. It improves associated symptoms such as restlessness,  fatigue, abdominal discomfort and has a beneficial influence on general well-being and quality of life.

Highlights…

• Improves sleep quality.

• Decreases cortisol release from the adrenal gland, increases secretion of serotonin from the digestive system, and thus results in a reduction of anxiety.

• Nervous system is significantly calmed by its inhalation, which equals better sleep.

• Acts as a mild sedative.

• Effectively ameliorates generalized anxiety compared to the use of medications such as benzodiazepine (lorazepam).

• Repeated exposure results in a more rapid sleep onset with longer duration and more sustained sleep.

Chamomile Chamomilla recutita… is one of the most ancient medicinal herbs which is widely regarded as a mild tranquillizer and sleep-inducer. Chamomile acts as a mild sedative helping to calm nerves, reduce anxiety, and treat insomnia and other sleep problems. Chamomile has been shown to significantly improve sleep quality. It’s powerful properties eases anxiety and irritability that can be caused by PMS. It is safe and efficacious.

Highlights…

• Improves sleep quality.

• Is a nerve relaxant, effective for stress and anxiety relief.

• ‘Apigenin’ in chamomile tea helps reduce the impact of excitatory neurotransmitter and hormones on the mind and body, helping to soother the over-firing sympathetic nervous system.

• Anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties may relieve painful cramps associated with the menstrual periods or premenstrual syndrome.

Passionflower Passiflora incarnata… “is a traditional herbal sedative, anxiolytic and a popular sleep aid used for the treatment of sleep disturbance”. Passiflora species have been widely used to treat anxiety since ancient times and provide a safe and effective alternative to medications. It acts on the central nervous system for the treatment of anxiety disorders and neuropsychic symptoms of menopause, such as pain, anxiety, sexual dysfunction, and sleep disorders. Passiflora extract is a popular herb for nervousness and is most often prescribed in combination with other herbs such as valerian.

Highlights…

• Clinically trialled with Generalised Anxiety Order, and shown to be effective in reducing symptoms of anxiety and insomnia

• Stimulates release of Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) a neurotransmitter, in your brain. GABA is known for producing a calming effect.

• Reduces nervousness.

• Promotes a restful sleep.

Skullcap Scutellaria lateriflora… In the last two centuries, scientific understanding of psychoactive plants has significantly advanced. Herbal medicines have been shown to be safe, and not have side effects that are so common in conventional medications such as antidepressants and sleeping tablets. Scullcap has shown beneficial effects in the treatment of Anxiety, Nervous exhaustion and Insomnia. In addition, it helps to provide relief from spams, especially in the pelvic region.

Highlights…

• Combine with valerian and passionflower provides short term insomnia relief.

• Helps reduce symptoms of anxiety.

• Reduces nervousness.

• Promotes a restful sleep.

References

2021. Herbal Remedies and Their Possible Effect on the GABAergic System and Sleep.
2020. Herbal Medicinal Products from Passiflora for Anxiety: An Unexploited Potential.
2019. Efficacy of Chamomile in the Treatment of Premenstrual Syndrome: A Systematic Review.
2019. Therapeutic efficacy and safety of chamomile for state anxiety, generalized anxiety disorder, insomnia, and sleep quality: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials and quasi-randomized trials.
2018. Aromatherapy: The Effect of Lavender on Anxiety and Sleep Quality in Patients Treated With Chemotherapy.
2017. The effects of chamomile extract on sleep quality among elderly people: A clinical trial.
2016. Melissa officinalis L. - A review of its traditional uses, phytochemistry and pharmacology.
2016. Effects of an intervention with drinking chamomile tea on sleep quality and depression in sleep disturbed postnatal women: a randomized controlled trial.
2015. Effect of Inhaled Lavender and Sleep Hygiene on Self-Reported Sleep Issues: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
2012. The effect of lavender aromatherapy on autonomic nervous system in midlife women with insomnia.
2011. Herbal medicine for depression, anxiety and insomnia: A review of psychopharmacology and clinical evidence.
2011. A double-blind, placebo-controlled investigation of the effects of Passiflora incarnata (passionflower) herbal tea on subjective sleep quality.
2010. Chamomile: A herbal medicine of the past with bright future2006. Valerian for anxiety disorders.
2006. Valerian for sleep: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
2006. Anxiolytic effects of a combination of Melissa officinalis and Valeriana officinalis during laboratory induced stress.
2006. Lavender. Drugs and Lactation Database.
2000. Critical evaluation of the effect of valerian extract on sleep structure and sleep quality.
1999. The Scientific Basis for the Reputed Activity of Valerian.

* As a regular customer you will notice that each batch may vary slightly in colour, consistency and aroma. This is because Voi is made fresh, with no additives, or artificial anything … so what you are seeing and experiencing… is ‘nature’. Organic herbs vary in colour, consistency and aroma based on cultivation methods, weather conditions (temperature and water), harvesting methods and conditions. But you can always be assured that Voi products are always the highest quality.