



Ingredients
Valeriana officinalis, commonly known as valerian, is an herb native to Europe and Asia whose roots have been used since ancient Greek and Roman times as a sleep promoter. It plays a role prior to and during N1 (first sleep stage), when the body needs to feel calm, relaxed, and drowsy in order to move to N2 (second sleep stage). By working synergistically with a natural amino acid known as GABA, valerian root extract ensures a more relaxed, calm state.
- Works synergistically with GABA to ensure a less stimulated response
- Together, the two promote a more relaxed, calm mind and body
- Promotes restful sleep
Core Sleep contains 300 mg of valerian standardized to a clinically beneficial dosage of 0.8%.
- Leathwood, Peter D., Françoise Chauffard, Eva Heck, and Raphael Munoz-Box. “Aqueous Extract of Valerian Root (Valeriana Officinalis L.) Improves Sleep Quality in Man.” Pharmacology Biochemistry and Behavior 17, no. 1 (1982): 65–71.
- Oxman, Andrew D., Signe Flottorp, Kari Håvelsrud, Atle Fretheim, Jan Odgaard-Jensen, Astrid Austvoll-Dahlgren, Cheryl Carling, Ståle Pallesen, and Bjørn Bjorvatn. “A Televised, Web-Based Randomised Trial of an Herbal Remedy (Valerian) for Insomnia.” PLOS ONE. Public Library of Science. Accessed June 16, 2020.
- Santos, Maria, Fernanda Ferreira, António Cunha, Arsélio Carvalho, and Tice Macedo. “An Aqueous Extract of Valerian Influences the Transport of GABA in Synaptosomes.” Planta Medica 60, no. 03 (1994): 278–79.
- Morazzoni P, Bombardelli E. “Valeriana officinalis: traditional use and recent evaluation of activity.” Fitoterapia 66: 99-112 (1995)
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“I've never felt so ready to wake up early and own the day as I have after taking Core Sleep - I am sleeping uninterrupted from the time I get in bed until it's time to wake up. I am 0% groggy, 100% recharged.”
Gaeb C., New Jersey
Safe
Drug-free, non-habit-forming, & safe to take as part of a long-term sleep wellness routine.
Effective
PhD-designed formulas contain ingredients at dosage levels clinically proven to improve your sleep.
Minimal
Natural, vegan, gluten/dairy/sugar-free, non-GMO. Allergen-free. No artificial colors or binders.
More than Melatonin
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Clean
We third-party test every formula for purity, and verify the absence of heavy metals, microbes, pesticides.
Standard
All of our botanical ingredients are standardized extracts to guarantee consistent purity, potency, and efficacy.
Quality
High quality, natural, and unique ingredients backed by clinical evidence in human trials.
U.S. Manufactured
Produced in a FDA-approved facility that is Good Manufacturing Practices and Guidelines (CGMP) compliant.
Thoughtfully delivered natural sleep aids
- Small capsules, big impact.
- Capsules are designed for efficacy, potency, and minimalism
- Smaller capsules lead to greater adherence
- No refrigeration needed
Warning
For adults 18 and over only. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use it if the seal under the cap is broken or missing. Store at room temperature. Do not consume alcohol, drive or operate machinery after taking this product.
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