Achieving restful and rejuvenating sleep is a common struggle for many. Taking a wholistic approach that combines essential minerals for their positive effect on both the nervous system and the body’s stress response, along with herbs that have a direct impact on sleep quality, offers a promising option.

A great mineral for supporting both the health and function of the nervous system, as well as a healthy stress response in the body, is magnesium.

As an essential cofactor in over 300 enzymatic reactions, magnesium supports a range of benefits in the body including energy production and muscle function just to name a few. Magnesium status has a high association with the nervous system, with adequate dietary magnesium able to moderate the body's stress response by inhibiting the release of cortisol, the primary stress hormone. By its influence on the stress response, magnesium supports nervous system function, setting the stage for better sleep.

California poppy: improving sleep

California poppy (Eschscholzia californica) has been traditionally used in Western herbal medicine (WHM) as a calmative and nervous system relaxant. This bright orange flower contains a variety of alkaloids, including californidine and eschscholtzine. Centuries of use have shown that California poppy can be useful in individual’s whose sleep may be disturbed from pain. This great herb has been traditionally used in WHM as an analgesic to relieve pain and to promote sleep.

Passionflower: promoting refreshing sleep

Passionflower, known botanically as Passiflora incarnata, is a captivating and intricate vine renowned for its stunningly beautiful and complex blossoms. The flowers, which feature a unique arrangement of petals, sepals, and a crown of filaments, have long been symbols of the crucifixion of Christ, hence the name "passion" flower.

Passionflower has a long history of use in traditional WHM to relieve symptoms of mild anxiety, to relieve sleeplessness and improve sleep quality.

The synergistic effect: combining magnesium with California poppy and Passionflower

Combining magnesium with California poppy and Passionflower creates a synergistic effect in the body. Magnesium supports nervous system function and a healthy stress response in the body, providing a solid foundation for relaxation. Meanwhile, California poppy and Passionflower both have a long history of traditional use in WHM to improve sleep.

Herbs of Gold Magnesium Night contains all three ingredients in a unique combination, including magnesium glycinate plus Passionflower and California poppy, herbs traditionally used in WHM as nervous system relaxants to induce sleep and relieve restlessness. This popular combination is also available in powder form in Herbs of Gold Magnesium Night Plus.